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Blame Quote by Meryl Streep

“I own one pair of Prada shoes. They make my feet hurt... It's not the shoes' fault; they are exquisitely made. I blame my feet. I've got my mother's feet.” quote by Meryl Streep
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“I own one pair of Prada shoes. They make my feet hurt... It's not the shoes' fault; they are exquisitely made. I blame my feet. I've got my mother's feet.”

Meryl Streep

About This Quote

Source Interview: Vanity Fair, 2019

Even perfect shoes can cause pain if the wearer’s feet are flawed; blame shifts from product to body.

In simple terms: Great shoes can hurt if your feet are the problem.

Key Takeaway

Check fit and health before blaming design.

Themes

fashion body image comfort

Mood

thoughtful light‑hearted

Type

observational humorous

When to use this quote

  • shopping for shoes
  • medical foot check
  • design reviews

Key Concepts

ergonomics self‑blame

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you consider your own health before blaming external factors?
  • How can you improve comfort without shifting blame?
A Different Perspective

Quality of product may be irrelevant if user condition is poor.

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