Quote by Bettina Ballard

Fashions are born and they die too quickly for anyone to learn to love them.

Fashions are born and they die too quickly for anyone to lea

Summary

This quote suggests that fashion trends emerge and fade so rapidly that people do not have sufficient time to develop a genuine appreciation for them. It implies that fashion is temporal and transient, constantly evolving and replacing older trends before they can establish a lasting connection with individuals. As a result, the quote highlights the fleeting nature of the fashion industry and how it prevents people from truly embracing and cherishing particular styles.

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By Bettina Ballard

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