It's the ultimate for me not to see how it's made. I find…
“It's the ultimate for me not to see how it's made. I find it vulgar when you can distinguish how something is made. I used to be a student at the Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture in Paris, and once I got to go to a Saint Laurent couture show. Everyone was always talking about how fabulous the tailoring was, but I was transfixed by this one particular dress. It was just a piece of fabric, but as the model was walking, you didn't know how she got into it, how it closed, where the seams were, and that, for me, was perfection. It stayed with me as a lifelong vision.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker values mystery in creation, preferring not to see the construction of a garment, as the hidden process creates a sense of perfection and wonder.
In simple terms: Mystery in how makes it more beautiful.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate the unseen craftsmanship.
Themes
fashion
craftsmanship
perception
beauty
Mood
contemplative
curious
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- runway shows
- design education
- personal inspiration
- creative process
Key Concepts
aesthetic philosophy
visual illusion
design mystery
Questions to Reflect On
- How does mystery affect your appreciation of art?
- What would change if you knew every detail?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue that understanding technique enhances appreciation rather than detracts.