Apparel Quote by William Penn
“Excess in apparel is another costly folly. The very trimming of the vain world would clothe all the naked ones.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Essays on Society, 1701
Excessive clothing is wasteful; modesty would clothe the needy.
In simple terms: Avoid wasteful fashion; help the poor.
Practice modesty and generosity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- fashion industry
- personal budgeting
- philanthropy
- community aid
- policy making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does modesty aid others?
- What are modern equivalents?
May oversimplify economic issues.