Believe Quote by Kelly Cutrone
“For some reason, everyone says "fashion is responsible for skinny models." I don't believe that myself. I believe consumers dictate commercial success and trends in a capitalistic society. So I believe if consumers wanted to see - like, who decided that Barney the Dinosaur was going to be a million-dollar industry?”
About This Quote
The speaker argues that consumer demand drives fashion trends, not designers, highlighting market power in capitalism.
In simple terms: Consumers shape fashion, not designers.
Key Takeaway
Listen to consumer preferences to guide trends.
Themes
fashion
consumer power
capitalism
Mood
analytical
strategic
Type
business
industry
When to use this quote
- product development
- advertising campaigns
- retail strategy
- consumer research
Key Concepts
market dynamics
trendsetting
brand influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can brands balance consumer demand with creative vision?
- What methods reveal genuine consumer desires?
A Different Perspective
Consumer tastes can be fragmented, making clear direction hard.
