Amount Quote by Jessica Valenti
“I grew up in Long Island City. When I was growing up, my parents owned a women's clothing store in Queens. It was for older women. I got my bras there, until I realized I didn't want those huge, taupe bras. Everything was beige, with massive amounts of hooks.”
About This Quote
The speaker reflects on a childhood surrounded by a family-run women's clothing store, noting the prevalence of beige, heavily hooked bras and a personal rejection of that style.
In simple terms: Childhood in a family clothing shop with beige, hooked bras.
Key Takeaway
Recognize personal taste beyond family norms.
Themes
family
fashion
identity
consumer culture
Mood
nostalgic
reflective
Type
personal narrative
memoir
When to use this quote
- shopping
- personal style
- consumer decisions
Key Concepts
gender norms
material culture
Questions to Reflect On
- How did growing up in that environment shape your view of fashion?
- Do you still associate certain colors with that era?
A Different Perspective
Personal preference may clash with familial expectations.
