Fashion Quote by David Foster Wallace
““had numerous pairs of dress chinos and blue blazers and Topsiders, and a smile that looked as though someone had plugged him in.””
About This Quote
Source Short Story: “The Depressed Person”, 1994
The description paints a vivid, slightly absurd portrait of a well‑dressed, smiling man.
In simple terms: A sharply dressed man with a forced smile.
Notice how appearance can mask inner reality.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- social gatherings
- first impressions
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the smile conceal?
- How does attire affect perception?
The humor may downplay deeper loneliness.