Quote by Andre Benjamin

Look at Scottish guys wearing kilts - you could look at them and laugh, but the way they carry themselves, how can you? You can wear some of the weirdest things and be cool. If you believe in it, that's what makes it cool.

Look at Scottish guys wearing kilts - you could look at them

Summary

This quote highlights the idea that self-confidence and believing in oneself can make even the most unconventional things cool. Using the example of Scottish men wearing kilts, the quote suggests that despite being unconventional or potentially laughable to some, the way these men confidently carry themselves negates any potential ridicule. It emphasizes that personal belief and owning one's style or choices can transform what may appear unusual or strange into something cool and admirable.

By Andre Benjamin

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