Gaze Quote by Sarah J. Maas
““Celaena knew the scarlet dress was a little scandalous. And she knew that it was definitely not appropriate for winter, given how low the front dipped, and how much lower the back went. Low enough to reveal through the black lace mesh that she wasn’t wearing a corset beneath it. But Archer Finn had always liked women who were daring with their clothes, who were ahead of the trend. And this dress, with its close-fitting bodice, long, tight sleeves, and gently flowing skirt, was about as new and different as it came. Which was why, when she ran into Chaol on her way out of her rooms, she wasn’t very surprised when he stopped dead and blinked. Then blinked again. Celaena smiled at him. “Hello to you, too.” Chaol stood in the hallway, his bronze eyes traveling down the front of her dress, then up again. “You’re not wearing that.” She snorted and walked past him, deliberately giving him a view of the far more provocative back. “Oh, yes. I am.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Throne of Glass, 2012
A daring dress challenges norms, revealing confidence and defiance.
In simple terms: A bold dress shows confidence.
Key Takeaway
Wear what makes you feel powerful.
Themes
fashion
rebellion
self‑expression
Mood
confident
provocative
Type
literary
descriptive
When to use this quote
- social events
- personal style
- empowerment
Key Concepts
gender norms
body politics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does clothing reflect identity?
- When is boldness appropriate?
A Different Perspective
May attract unwanted attention.
