10 ‘EMPIRE STATE OF MIND’ QUOTES

10 LARGER THAN LIFE FASHION QUOTES WE LOVE

What do we mean every time we talk about bringing that ‘Empire State of Mind’ back to Edmonton? (you’ve probably heard us say it a thousand times)

To break it down, we’ve compiled our favourite top 10 fashion quotes that give us major inspiration, big dreams and capture that ‘Empire State of Mind’ sentiment.

10 ‘EMPIRE STATE OF MIND’ QUOTES:

10. KEEP YOUR HEELS, HEAD AND STANDARDS HIGH.

- COCO CHANEL

This. This is everything. Sometimes we forget to maintain and stand by the standards we set for ourselves - in how we dress and present ourselves, in what we accept in life and in what we aim for. Always remember your worth and hold yourself to that standard!

9. I LIKE MY MONEY WHERE I CAN SEE IT: HANGING IN MY CLOSET.

- CARRIE BRADSHAW

Okay, in the least Sex in the City way, it is important to see where you spend your money. Your closet is good indication of your values and ambitions. Do you shop local? Do you look for ethical clothing? Do you have an obscene amount of brunch-wear? (we are absolutely not judging!) Your closet should be able to describe you at a glance!

8: THE JOY OF DRESSING IS AN ART

- JOHN GALLIANO

Dressing should be fun! Fashion and style should be like an extension of yourself. Have fun with it, find what helps you express yourself, and master the art of joy through dress!

7. FASHION IS A TREND. STYLE LIVES WITHIN A PERSON.

- OSCAR DE LA RENTA

LOUDER FOR THE PEOPLE IN THE BACK. Never let anyone make you feel inferior for refusing to dress like everyone else. We are all unique individuals with different talents, dreams and aspirations - how can we expect the same style to embody all the colorful and unique aspects of everyone in this world?

6. DRESSING WELL IS A FORM OF GOOD MANNERS.

- TOM FORD

To both yourself and everyone around you! By this, we mean taking the pride in yourself to show up as your best self, and allow people the opportunity to meet the most elevated version of you. This might look different for everyone, but the main thing a well-dressed character wears is confidence.

5. YOU CAN HAVE ANYTHING YOU WANT IN LIFE IF YOU DRESS FOR IT.

- EDITH HEAD

Dress like the person you want to be and welcome that reality into existence! You want to be treated like a manager? Dress like it. You want to be considered for partner? Show up like you already have it. Dress for the part, and follow through.

4. CLOTHES AREN’T GOING TO CHANGE THE WORLD. THE WOMEN WHO WEAR THEM WILL.

- ANNE KLEIN

And Men! Touching back to dressing in confidence, clothing is only part of the armour. Remember to embrace comfort while looking great - how are you going to take over the world if you can’t get anything done in those non-broken-in shoes?

3. WHEN YOU DON’T DRESS LIKE EVERYBODY ELSE, YOU DON’T HAVE TO THINK LIKE EVERYBODY ELSE.

- IRIS APFEL

Individuality is alive and thriving, and we’re here for it! You’re the missing piece of the puzzle we never knew we needed! Dress completely and unapologetically like yourself, and be an encouraging example to those around you.

2. YOU CAN NEVER BE OVERDRESSED OR OVEREDUCATED.

- OSCAR WILDE.

Show up smart and show up right! Embrace your knowledge and look good doing it! Didn’t you hear? Knowledge is the new Prada.

1.CLOTHES MEAN NOTHING UNTIL SOMEONE LIVES IN THEM.

- MARC JACOBS

Brands - this is for you! This is for anyone who has the beautiful talent of clothing creation! You create pieces for key parts of peoples lives. You’re the reason someone finally feels comfortable in their own skin. You create the clothing that people will live and experience the world in.

When we say ‘Empire State of Mind’, we mean think bigger, and have higher expectations for our local microcosm. If you have big dreams, sure, fulfilling them somewhere else might make more sense, but what if you lived your dreams here? What if Edmonton could also become a ‘concrete jungle’ for big dreams and wild style?

Dreamers, it’s up to us - let’s be the catalyst in getting our city up there amongst the other beloved and admired fashion hubs!

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