Quote by John Locke

Fashion for the most part is nothing but the ostentation of riches.

Fashion for the most part is nothing but the ostentation of

Summary

This quote suggests that fashion is often used as a means to display wealth and material possessions rather than serving any practical purpose. It implies that the extravagant and showy nature of fashion is primarily driven by a desire to flaunt one's riches and attract attention. In other words, the focus in fashion is often on the external appearance and display of wealth, rather than on functional or meaningful aspects.

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By John Locke

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