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Belonging Quote by Carine Roitfeld

“Fashion has a political role insofar as following it can give you the impression to belonging to a certain social group or a private club.” quote by Carine Roitfeld
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“Fashion has a political role insofar as following it can give you the impression to belonging to a certain social group or a private club.”

Carine Roitfeld

About This Quote

Source Interview: Fashion Talk with Carine Roitfeld, 2021

Fashion signals group identity and can act as a social marker, influencing belonging and exclusion.

In simple terms: Fashion shows social belonging and exclusion.

Key Takeaway

Use fashion consciously to express identity.

Themes

fashion identity politics

Mood

assertive critical

Type

sociological observational

When to use this quote

  • brand selection
  • social events
  • personal styling

Key Concepts

social signaling group dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your clothing reflect your values?
  • Can fashion bridge or deepen social divides?
A Different Perspective

Risk of reinforcing stereotypes or exclusion.

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