Quote by Coco Chanel

Elegance is refusal.

Elegance is refusal.

Summary

This quote suggests that elegance is achieved by the act of refusing or rejecting certain things. It implies that in order to be elegant, one must have the ability to decline or abstain from unnecessary or excessive elements. Elegance is not just about what is present, but also about what is absent or restrained. Through deliberate exclusions and minimalist choices, elegance emerges as a result. This quote highlights the importance of simplicity, sophistication, and intentional curation in creating an elegant aesthetic or demeanor.

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