15 Best Fashion Quotes To Get Inspired

Fashion quotes made by designers, influencers, and even TV characters can often inspire us in many ways. Whether it’s about trends, being authentic, or the harsh reality of the fashion industry, these quotes are sure to put fashion into perspective.

1. Clothes aren’t going to change the world, the women who wear them will

This quote is all about women feeling empowered, not by the designer name on their purse or the price tag on the clothes they bought, but by being confident in who they are. You don’t need to have the fanciest or nicest clothes to be the most confident in the room. People will remember the positive changes you made in the world, not the clothes on your back. 

2. Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself

Coco Chanel said it best when reminding us that beauty lies within yourself, not with your outward appearance. Focus on who you are and don’t let anyone persuade you to be anything else. Being comfortable in your own skin is beautiful in itself. 

3. As my mother always says, fashion knows not comfort. All that matters is the face you show the world

Blair Waldorf is one of the most iconic fashionistas created on TV. Anyone who has watched Gossip Girl knows all about Blair’s sense of style, even her mother is a fashion designer! Comfort is the last thing on their mind; as long as the world sees your great sense of style, who cares how uncomfortable you feel at the end of the day. Now, most of us probably wouldn’t take it to this extreme, but on occasion, we can all find ourselves putting fashion before comfort. 

4. I want people to see the dress. But focus on the woman

Vera Wang is one of the most iconic wedding dress designers there is. At every wedding, we notice the beautiful dress the bride is wearing. Yet, the first thing we notice is the woman in the dress. She wants her designs to emphasize the woman’s beauty first. This fashion quote is powerful coming from a designer, showing that she cares more about how beautiful a bride will look on her special day, rather than how beautiful her dress looks. 

5. Fashion is a trend. Style lives within a person

This quote by Oscar de la Renta is a reminder that fashion is constantly evolving, but having your own personal style will never go out of taste. Continuing to be yourself and have unique looks is something we all need to remember. Trends fade over time and people will forget what was trendy, but they won’t forget the people they meet along the way. What you wear says a lot about yourself, so make it memorable! 

6. Style is a way to say who you are without having to speak

You know when you see someone walk into a room for the first time, and you can tell they are 100% comfortable with who they are? It’s typically someone dressed in their own unique style. They don’t have to explain who they are to anyone, their style says it for them! Fashion quotes are meant to inspire us in all fashion aspects, and this quote is a reminder that we can show confidence by just our outfits. 

7. Always dress like you’re going to see your worst enemy

If you’ve ever run into someone in public that you haven’t seen in a while, and when you get home and look in the mirror, you feel so annoyed that you didn’t dress better, this quote is for you! Always dress your best so you never have to experience that feeling again. Even if you don’t want to get dressed up all the time, because who really does, at least go out in something that gives you self-confidence. 

8. Buy less. Choose well. Make it last

It’s important to remember that we don’t need to buy a lot of inexpensive clothes to be constantly wearing new outfits everywhere. Purchasing high-quality, versatile clothing is the best way to not only help the environment but also help your closet. We can make so many outfits from just a few pieces, so we don’t need to have a wide variety of clothes at all times. 

9. When you don’t dress like everybody else, you don’t have to think like everybody else

Iris Apfel is known for her fashion sense and unique style. She dresses up in a way that most people wouldn’t necessarily want to. Yet, she couldn’t care less what anyone thinks about her style. Iris loves fashion and accessorizing her outfits to the fullest extent. Fashion quotes by Iris are a nudge in the right direction, that is, being bold in your fashion sense! When you are comfortable being unique, you don’t have to be like the rest of the world. 

10. People will stare. Make it worth their while

If people are going to stare at you, might as well be for good reason, right? Show off your favorite new outfit with confidence and forget who’s watching. This quote reminds us that people are always going to judge, not approve, or just be rude in all walks of life, but the key is to not let it bother you. Wear whatever you want to wear and forget the haters! 

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11. You can never be overdressed or overeducated

Some people can get concerned about being overdressed for different occasions, whether it’s an interview, first date, or starting a new school. This reminds us that it’s almost always better to be overdressed than underdressed. Being “too smart” isn’t a real thing; never pretend to be less intelligent than you are!

12. Friendly reminder that today is a good day to quit fast fashion

Fashion brand Jan ‘N June is a sustainable brand that focuses on putting out high-quality clothing options. Fast fashion is the complete opposite of this. Sustainability is becoming more popular amongst the upcoming generations yet fast fashion is still thriving. Awareness is being brought to this issue because of the unfair treatment of workers who create clothing for these brands. Encouraging customers to buy from brands that support sustainability is the main message in this company’s quote.

13. Demand quality, not only in the products you buy but in the lives of the people who made it

Orsola de Castro is leading a movement about making changes in the fashion industry. She is a co-founder of Fashion Revolution Day, and she is bringing light to the harsh realities of what goes on behind the scenes in the clothes we wear every day. Sustainability is a big issue that doesn’t receive the attention it needs to, yet more and more customers are becoming aware of what people creating our clothes go through for us. They live in poverty, work in horrible conditions, and receive little pay for excruciating hours. We need to be aware of the mistreatment of workers and demand better for them.

14. If you pay a little more, we can live a little better

Referring back to our last two fashion quotes, this next one was said by a garment worker herself. Fast fashion has taken over the industry, but it’s making the lives of workers much more difficult. Fast fashion brands sell clothes for a cheap price and thus create a multi-million dollar establishment. Garment workers are extremely underpaid and overworked, and if we all spent more money on nicer clothes rather than inexpensive clothes, these brands wouldn’t have the power that they do right now.

15. Fashion is the most powerful art there is. It’s movement, design, and architecture all in one. It shows the world who we are and who we’d like to be

Once again, Blair Waldorf says it best with this quote. It’s often forgotten that fashion is a form of art. Designers focus on all aspects of fashion, but the people wearing their clothes oftentimes forget about what goes into designing these clothes. You’re wearing someone’s artwork every day!

Which of these fashion quotes inspires you the most? Share it with us in the comments below!