To truly excel in the world of fashion, it’s essential to have a deep passion for it. But this passion must extend beyond mere styling skills to encompass a comprehensive understanding of fashion’s history, its key figures, and its cultural significance. Becoming a true fashionista means immersing oneself in all aspects of the industry, including iconic quotes from its luminaries.
Just as in any other field, mastering every aspect of your favorite subject sets you apart. With that in mind, here are some inspiring quotes from fashion’s elite that you can familiarise yourself with.
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| Donatella Versace“Fashion is about dreaming and making other people dream.” – Donatella Versace
“The most beautiful makeup of a woman is passion. But cosmetics are easier to buy.” – Yves Saint Laurent
“In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different.” – Coco Chanel
“Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak.” – Rachel Zoe
“You can never take too much care over the choice of your shoes. Too many women think that they are unimportant, but the real proof of an elegant woman is what is on her feet.” – Christian Dior
“Fashion is the armor to survive the reality of everyday life.” – Bill Cunningham
“I don’t design clothes. I design dreams.” – Ralph Lauren
“Fashions fade, style is eternal.” – Yves Saint Laurent
“How can you live the high life if you do not wear the high heels?” – Sonia Rykiel
“In difficult times, fashion is always outrageous.” – Elsa Schiaparelli
“Clothes mean nothing until someone lives in them.” – Marc Jacobs
“You gotta have style. It helps you get down the stairs. It helps you get up in the morning. It’s a way of life. Without it, you’re nobody.” – Diana Vreeland
“Fashion is very important. It is life-enhancing and, like everything that gives pleasure, it is worth doing well.” – Vivienne Westwood
“You can never take too much care over the choice of your shoes. Too many women think that they are unimportant, but the real proof of an elegant woman is what is on her feet.” – Christian Dior
“Fashion is what you’re offered four times a year by designers. And style is what you choose.” – Lauren Hutton
“The dress must follow the body of a woman, not the body following the shape of the dress.” – Hubert de Givenchy
“Fashion you can buy, but style you possess. The key to style is learning who you are, which takes years. There’s no how-to road map to style. It’s about self-expression and, above all, attitude.” – Iris Apfel
So, whether you’re dressing up for a night out or just looking for a little everyday inspo, let these quotes be your guide.
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