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Apartment Quote by Carine Roitfeld

“Each time I’m coming out of my apartment I remember the quote of Coco Chanel; she said, ‘Each time I’m leaving my apartment or my hotel, I’m looking at myself in the mirror and I take off one piece of my look. It’s always one thing too much.’ And it’s a bit the same, always I take off my scarf or…” quote by Carine Roitfeld
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“Each time I’m coming out of my apartment I remember the quote of Coco Chanel; she said, ‘Each time I’m leaving my apartment or my hotel, I’m looking at myself in the mirror and I take off one piece of my look. It’s always one thing too much.’ And it’s a bit the same, always I take off my scarf or I take off my bag or jewellery because I like it simple. Coco Chanel is a great consultant I think.”

Carine Roitfeld

About This Quote

Source Interview: Fashion Icon Interview, 2015

Chanel suggests removing excess items before leaving, emphasizing simplicity and self‑awareness.

In simple terms: Simplify by shedding one extra accessory.

Key Takeaway

Leave with less, feel lighter.

Themes

simplicity self‑care fashion

Mood

calm confident

Type

advice reflective

When to use this quote

  • daily commute
  • travel preparation
  • photoshoots
  • public appearances

Key Concepts

Minimalism personal branding

Questions to Reflect On

  • What item can you let go of today?
  • How does simplicity affect your confidence?
A Different Perspective

May oversimplify and reduce functional utility.

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