Logo - Feel The Words

Runway Quotes

Candid lines on fashion's public stage

This collection of runway quotes explores fashion, image, and the pressures of the public stage. For related style, see our Fashion quotes.

The runway symbolizes something in society that's very intimidating to women.

Quotes by Tyra Banks

Every woman is not a runway model, nor should she be.

Quotes by Tracy Reese

Fashion Week is surprisingly very short. At least the actual runway shows are.

Quotes by Tinie Tempah

It's useless to send models out on the runway to cry.

Quotes by Sonia Rykiel

Emotion Quotes

Years ago I was a runway model, and I used to get laughs. I thought it was a joke anyway.

Quotes by Nora Dunn

I became interested in fashion when my mother did a runway show for Thierry Mugler.

Quotes by Lydia Hearst

NYFW is not just about the designers and the runway. It is a massive production from the celebrities in attendance, the assistants backstage prepping the models before they walk to the epic after-parties!

Quotes by Jeffree Star

I have a big responsibility to my licenses. All my licenses draw from and take ideas from the runway.

Quotes by Anna Sui

When I modeled, I lived in Europe and worked all the time. I did runway, and that's all I did.

Quotes by Andie MacDowell

You may also like

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the runway symbolize according to these quotes?
One quote says the runway symbolizes something intimidating for women, tying it to broader pressures around appearance and image.
Did every model take runway work seriously at the time?
Not always, one speaker recalls being a runway model years ago and treating the experience mostly as a lighthearted joke.
Should every woman be expected to look like a runway model?
No, one quote firmly states that not every woman is a runway model, nor should that standard be expected of them.
How long do actual runway shows typically last during Fashion Week?
One quote notes that despite the hype, the actual runway shows during Fashion Week are surprisingly short in duration.
Where can I find more quotes about fashion and confidence?
See our Fashion quotes and Performance quotes for related themes.

Several quotes question who runway beauty standards are really meant for. If personal image interests you, browse our Performance quotes too.