Skip to content

Able Quote by Andre Leon Talley

“Luxury is...to be able to take control of one's life, health, and the pursuit of happiness in a way that is joyful.” quote by Andre Leon Talley
Download Open image
“Luxury is...to be able to take control of one's life, health, and the pursuit of happiness in a way that is joyful.”

Andre Leon Talley

About This Quote

Source Interview: Vogue, 2015

Luxury is defined as having joyful autonomy over health, happiness, and life choices, emphasizing empowerment and pleasure.

In simple terms: Joyful control over life and well‑being.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate autonomy and joy in daily decisions.

Themes

luxury autonomy joy well‑being empowerment

Mood

reflective optimistic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal finance
  • health planning
  • travel
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

sociology psychology consumer culture

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small freedoms can you claim today?
  • How does joy influence your sense of luxury?
A Different Perspective

True luxury can be inaccessible for many due to systemic barriers.

4.5 out of 5 (8 ratings)

More by Andre Leon Talley

Explore all 71 Andre Leon Talley quotes

More Able quotes

Browse all 17,006 Able quotes