Fashion Quote by Valerie Steele
“Very rarely is there actually a functional reason for a fashion rule”
About This Quote
Source Book: Fashion and Art by Valerie Steele, 1998
Fashion rules often lack practical justification and are based on tradition.
In simple terms: Fashion rules can be arbitrary.
Question and adapt fashion norms.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- wardrobe planning
- marketing
- media critique
- personal style
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we follow certain fashion rules?
- How can you test a rule’s practicality?
Some rules may have hidden functional benefits.