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“But the customer is the final, final filter. What survives the whole process is what people wear. I'm not interested in making clothes that end up in some dusty museum.” quote by Marc Jacobs
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“But the customer is the final, final filter. What survives the whole process is what people wear. I'm not interested in making clothes that end up in some dusty museum.”

Marc Jacobs

About This Quote

Source Interview: Business of Fashion, 2021

Fashion must be functional and wearable, not just museum pieces; the market decides value.

In simple terms: Clothes should serve people, not just art.

Key Takeaway

Design for real life.

Themes

design functionality consumer focus

Mood

pragmatic creative

Type

business philosophical

When to use this quote

  • retail strategy
  • designer collaborations
  • trend forecasting

Key Concepts

fashion theory product development

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance art and utility?
  • What defines a timeless piece?
A Different Perspective

Artistic expression still matters alongside utility.

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