Bewitch Quote by Diana Vreeland
““<"To bewitch" is to me always slightly artificial as it is always put on -- whereas witchery is a form of naturalness that some people can't help, and the world judges that they don't create it ...> November 15 1967 memo to Mrs. Loew Gross re "THE ROMANTIC POINT OF VIEW””
About This Quote
Source Memo: “THE ROMANTIC POINT OF VIEW”, November 15 1967, to Mrs. Loew Gross
Contrasts artificial witchcraft with authentic witchery, suggesting true power lies in naturalness rather than performance
In simple terms: Natural authenticity beats forced performance
Key Takeaway
Embrace natural talent over pretense
Themes
authenticity
creativity
identity
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
analytical
observational
When to use this quote
- artistic expression
- personal branding
- cultural critique
Key Concepts
performance
naturalness
social perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate genuine skill from showmanship?
- When does performance become deception?
A Different Perspective
Artificiality can be socially rewarded despite lacking depth
