Believe Quote by Olivier Theyskens
“I haven't made many wedding dresses. It's a dress very, very important for the girl; it's important to know the person, I believe, but at the same time it should be a shock to the person - the person should be shocked to be suddenly revealed. That's the work of a designer sometimes, to propose an ID of look.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Fashion Talk, 2015
A designer aims to surprise the wearer with an unexpected look, balancing personal relevance with dramatic revelation.
In simple terms: Design should both reflect and astonish.
Key Takeaway
Create pieces that reveal new facets of self.
Themes
design
surprise
identity
creativity
Mood
creative
playful
Type
artistic
professional
When to use this quote
- runway shows
- personal styling
- brand development
Key Concepts
fashion theory
psychology of perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How can surprise be balanced with wearability?
- What emotions do you want a garment to evoke?
A Different Perspective
Over‑emphasis on shock can alienate consumers.
![“I love to see what they [Michelle Obama and Kate Middleton] wear but I am not interested. It’s not natural. If you are a girl dressing up in the morning thinking about the whole world having a point of view on what you are wearing, it takes the pleasure out of getting dressed.” quote by Olivier Theyskens](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/314/olivier-theyskens-12232_dressing-up_i-love-to-see-what-they-michelle-obama-a_92662.jpg)
