Quote by Theodore Zeldin

The great attraction of fashion is that it diverted attention from the insoluble problems of beauty and provided an easy way -- which money could buy... to a simply stated, easily reproduced ideal of beauty, however temporary that ideal.

The great attraction of fashion is that it diverted attentio

Summary

This quote suggests that fashion serves as a distraction from the complex and unattainable pursuit of true beauty. Instead of grappling with the subjective nature of beauty, fashion offers a simpler solution that can be easily acquired through money. It allows individuals to adhere to a temporary and easily replicable ideal of beauty. In this way, fashion provides a convenient shortcut to achieving an idealized version of beauty without having to confront the inherent difficulties associated with defining and attaining it.

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By Theodore Zeldin

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