Fashion Quote by Edna Woolman Chase
“Fashion is general. Style is individual.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Fashion: A History of the Dress, 1960
Fashion refers to prevailing trends, while style expresses personal identity.
In simple terms: Fashion is collective; style is personal.
Cultivate personal style beyond trends.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- warding
- personal branding
- creative projects
- self‑expression
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance trends with personal taste?
- What makes a style truly yours?
Style may be constrained by social expectations.