Quote by Oscar Wilde

She wore far too much rouge last night and not quite enough clothes. That is always a sign of despair in a woman.

She wore far too much rouge last night and not quite enough

Summary

This quote suggests that a woman's excessive use of rouge (a type of makeup) and lack of adequate clothing reflects her state of despair. It implies that she may be attempting to hide her sorrow or mask her emotions through appearance, implying that she lacks self-respect or is seeking attention. The quote highlights society's tendency to judge women based on their appearance and draws a connection between a woman's outward appearance and her emotional state.

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