Sexiness should not be overt. Something shapeless that drapes across your hip, hangs off the shoulder; something that cowls in the front, drapes low in the back, that’s sexy.

Meaning of the quote

This quote suggests that sexiness is more about subtle style rather than flashy or revealing outfits. The designer says that clothes that are loose and drape over the body, like hanging off the shoulders or falling low in the back, can be more attractive than tight, revealing clothes. The idea is that leaving some things to the imagination can be more appealing than showing everything.

About Rachel Zoe

Rachel Zoe is an American fashion designer, businesswoman, and celebrity stylist who rose to fame in the mid-2000s for pioneering the ‘boho-meets-rock chic’ look among Hollywood ‘it’-girls. She has worked with numerous A-list celebrities and launched her own fashion brand and lifestyle media company.

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