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“Women in London are like the rich silks; they are out of fashion a great while before they wear out.” quote by Aphra Behn
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“Women in London are like the rich silks; they are out of fashion a great while before they wear out.”

Aphra Behn

About This Quote

Source Play: The Rover, 1677

She compares women's fleeting fashionability to silk, noting they become outdated before wearing out.

In simple terms: Women’s trends fade quickly.

Key Takeaway

Value lasting qualities over fleeting trends.

Themes

fashion gender society

Mood

wry observational

Type

literary satirical

When to use this quote

  • social gatherings
  • marketing
  • personal branding

Key Concepts

ephemerality social expectations

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do societal standards affect self‑esteem?
  • Can we redefine lasting value?
A Different Perspective

May overlook individual agency and diversity.

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