Could Quote by Vera Wang
“I started at the very highest level so the upper end is something I know very well. I know it instinctively. But all the years I was designing, it frustrated me that I could reach so few women.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Fashion Design Conference, 2018
Having reached the top of fashion, she knows high standards instinctively, yet feels frustration that few women achieve similar success.
In simple terms: She knows high standards but sees few women succeed.
Key Takeaway
Mentor and lift other women.
Themes
fashion
leadership
gender
ambition
Mood
determined
inspirational
Type
motivational
strategic
When to use this quote
- career mentorship
- design education
- network building
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
industry standards
women’s empowerment
Questions to Reflect On
- What barriers keep women from reaching the top?
- How can leaders create inclusive pathways?
A Different Perspective
Industry bias and limited access can hinder progress.
