Amusing Quote by James Laver
“The same costume will be Indecent ten years before its time, Shameless five years before its time, Outre (daring) one year before its time, Smart (in its own time), Dowdy one year after its time, Ridiculous twenty years after its time, Amusing thirty years after its time, Quaint fifty years after its time, Charming seventy years after its time, Romantic one-hundred years after its time, Beautiful one-hundred-and-fifty years after its time.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Book of Costume, 1930
Fashion trends are judged differently over time, shifting from avant‑garde to mainstream.
In simple terms: Fashion perception changes over time.
Key Takeaway
Recognize that taste evolves.
Themes
culture
fashion
timing
Mood
thoughtful
observational
Type
historical
analytical
When to use this quote
- design criticism
- trend forecasting
- marketing campaigns
- museum curation
- personal style
Key Concepts
social perception
historical context
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you anticipate future acceptance?
- Can you predict which trends will endure?
A Different Perspective
What seems radical now may become classic later.
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