I say, beware of all enterprises that require new clothes, and not rather a wearer of new clothes.

I say, beware of all enterprises that require new clothes, and not rather a wearer of new clothes.

The body is the shell of the soul, and dress the husk of that shell; but the husk often tells read more

The body is the shell of the soul, and dress the husk of that shell; but the husk often tells what the kernel is.

The Cat in Gloves catches no Mice.

The Cat in Gloves catches no Mice.

If a woman rebels against high-heeled shoes, she should take care to do it in a very smart hat.

If a woman rebels against high-heeled shoes, she should take care to do it in a very smart hat.

Women dress alike all over the world: they dress to be annoying to other women.

Women dress alike all over the world: they dress to be annoying to other women.

If honor be your clothing, the suit will last a lifetime; but if clothing be your honor, it will soon read more

If honor be your clothing, the suit will last a lifetime; but if clothing be your honor, it will soon be worn threadbare.

Beauty when most unclothed is clothed best.

Beauty when most unclothed is clothed best.

Many a one, for the sake of finery on the back, has gone with a hungry belly, and half-starved their read more

Many a one, for the sake of finery on the back, has gone with a hungry belly, and half-starved their families. "Silks and satins, scarlets and velvets, put out the kitchen fire," as Poor Richard says.

There is new strength, repose of mind, and inspiration in fresh apparel.

There is new strength, repose of mind, and inspiration in fresh apparel.