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“I think that something that people in general forget to do - and it's true, not everyone has the financial means to do this - whatever clothes you buy if you really want them to fit well, you need to have them altered or tailored. And whether you're doing that yourself, whether you're taking it to…” quote by Tom Ford
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“I think that something that people in general forget to do - and it's true, not everyone has the financial means to do this - whatever clothes you buy if you really want them to fit well, you need to have them altered or tailored. And whether you're doing that yourself, whether you're taking it to your drycleaner that has a tailor, you need to alter and tailor everything, whether it's expensive, whether it's, you know, whether it's inexpensive. If you want it to really fit your body, even the best clothes have to be tailored.”

Tom Ford

About This Quote

Source Interview: Fashion advice, 2019

Proper fit requires tailoring regardless of price; alteration ensures clothing matches the body.

In simple terms: Tailor clothes for proper fit.

Key Takeaway

Tailor for fit.

Themes

fashion fit tailoring

Mood

practical stylish

Type

advice instructional

When to use this quote

  • buying clothes
  • custom tailoring
  • DIY alterations

Key Concepts

body image consumer habits design

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you value fit over brand?
  • How often should you alter garments?
A Different Perspective

Tailoring can be costly.

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