Paris Quote by Nan Goldin
“In Paris now, when I walk into stores and the shopgirls literally say to me every time, "We don't have anything in your size".”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Nan Goldin on Street Life, 2010
The speaker experiences repeated exclusion in retail, highlighting societal standards of body image.
In simple terms: Shoppers often lack clothes in my size.
Key Takeaway
Address size inclusivity.
Themes
body image
social exclusion
consumer culture
Mood
empathetic
critical
Type
social
observational
When to use this quote
- shopping
- public spaces
- media representation
Key Concepts
fashion industry
personal identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does size bias affect self‑esteem?
- What changes could retailers make?
A Different Perspective
Focus on size may ignore broader systemic issues.
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