Candy Quote by L.H. Thomson
““She looked like a secretary who’d swallowed a candy striper.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Secret Life of Objects”, 1935
She uses a vivid metaphor to describe a woman's appearance as both professional and strikingly colorful.
In simple terms: She compares a woman’s look to a candy‑striped secretary.
Key Takeaway
Use vivid imagery to convey contrast.
Themes
metaphor
description
contrast
Mood
wry
observational
Type
literary
humorous
When to use this quote
- writing
- advertising
- fashion critique
- character design
Key Concepts
visual metaphor
character portrayal
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the candy‑striped image suggest about perception?
- How does juxtaposing roles affect meaning?
A Different Perspective
Metaphor may be seen as trivializing.
