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.”
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.
Use fashion consciously to express identity.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- brand selection
- social events
- personal styling
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does your clothing reflect your values?
- Can fashion bridge or deepen social divides?
Risk of reinforcing stereotypes or exclusion.