Quote by William Hazlitt, The Conversatio

Fashion is gentility running away from vulgarity and afraid of being overtaken.

Fashion is gentility running away from vulgarity and afraid

Summary

This quote suggests that fashion is a means of escaping from uncouthness and trying to avoid being outdone. It implies that fashion is associated with refinement, elegance, and propriety, and seeks to distance itself from vulgarity or crassness. Furthermore, the quote implies that there is a constant fear within the fashion industry, as trends and styles are always changing and evolving. The pursuit of fashion is driven by a desire to stay ahead, avoiding being left behind or surpassed by those who may possess a more common or vulgar taste.

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By William Hazlitt, The Conversatio

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