17 Oscar De La Renta Quotes On Fashion And Femininity

By All That's Interesting | Edited By John Kuroski

Published October 23, 2014

Updated March 25, 2021

We remember the fashion designer with these Oscar de la Renta quotes that offer a glimpse into his views on fashion, style and life.

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After a decades-long career as one of fashion’s most talented designers, Oscar de la Renta passed away at the age of 82. While Dominican-born de la Renta is best known for his gorgeous runway and wedding dress designs, he was also known as a warm, compassionate and generous individual, and as a good friend to many.

During his life, Oscar de la Renta dressed the world’s most powerful and beautiful women, from Jacqueline Kennedy to Jennifer Lawrence to Michelle Obama and so many more. Here are 17 Oscar de la Renta quotes that offer a glimpse into his views on fashion, femininity, style and life.

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Established in 2010, All That's Interesting brings together a dedicated staff of digital publishing veterans and subject-level experts in history, true crime, and science. From the lesser-known byways of human history to the uncharted corners of the world, we seek out stories that bring our past, present, and future to life. Privately-owned since its founding, All That's Interesting maintains a commitment to unbiased reporting while taking great care in fact-checking and research to ensure that we meet the highest standards of accuracy.

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John Kuroski is the editorial director of All That's Interesting. He graduated from New York University with a degree in history, earning a place in the Phi Alpha Theta honor society for history students. An editor at All That's Interesting since 2015, his areas of interest include modern history and true crime.