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“Why isn't Tilda Swinton on the covers of tons of magazines? Well, she's not that. It isn't her thing. But I don't know. I think that suddenly a time came when models, after the Linda Evangelista crowd, and Naomi Campbell and Christy Turlington, when the models for me became a bit bland. But I…” quote by Nicolas Ghesquiere
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“Why isn't Tilda Swinton on the covers of tons of magazines? Well, she's not that. It isn't her thing. But I don't know. I think that suddenly a time came when models, after the Linda Evangelista crowd, and Naomi Campbell and Christy Turlington, when the models for me became a bit bland. But I think more than that, the culture changed. The movies, television, music, and all of those things - those people were more visual and therefore more interesting.”

Nicolas Ghesquiere

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Source Interview: Fashion industry trends, 2021

The shift away from traditional supermodel aesthetics reflects broader cultural changes toward visual diversity and new standards of interest.

In simple terms: Models no longer dominate magazines.

Key Takeaway

Embrace evolving beauty standards.

Themes

fashion media culture beauty diversity

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

observational critical

When to use this quote

  • magazine editorial
  • runway casting
  • advertising strategy

Key Concepts

sociology visual culture industry dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What defines modern beauty?
  • How do media shape visual expectations?
A Different Perspective

Risk of alienating traditional audiences.

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