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“A successful designer must be a gambler.” quote by Elsa Schiaparelli
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“A successful designer must be a gambler.”

Elsa Schiaparelli

About This Quote

Source Fashion: Design philosophy, early 20th century

Design requires taking risks and embracing uncertainty to achieve success.

In simple terms: Design is a gamble.

Key Takeaway

Take bold, calculated risks in design.

Themes

design risk creativity

Mood

inspirational pragmatic

Type

fashion quote motivational

When to use this quote

  • launching a new collection
  • branding a product
  • creative problem solving

Key Concepts

innovation entrepreneurship fashion industry

Questions to Reflect On

  • What risks have paid off in your work?
  • How do you mitigate design failures?
A Different Perspective

Risk can lead to failure and financial loss.

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