Black Quote by Karl Lagerfeld
“I had an interview once with some German journalist—some horrible, ugly woman. It was in the early days after the communists—maybe a week after—and she wore a yellow sweater that was kind of see-through. She had huge tits and a huge black bra, and she said to me, ‘It’s impolite; remove your glasses.’ I said, ‘Do I ask you to remove your bra?”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 1970s fashion magazine, post‑World War II era
A provocative encounter highlights power dynamics, objectification, and cultural clash in a tense setting.
In simple terms: A tense interview reveals power and objectification.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and challenge disrespectful power plays.
Themes
power
gender
culture
media
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
cultural
social
When to use this quote
- fashion industry
- media interviews
- cross‑cultural encounters
Key Concepts
feminism
objectification
post‑war Europe
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you respond to disrespect in professional settings?
- What boundaries should be upheld in interviews?
A Different Perspective
Context may have normalized inappropriate behavior.
