I hold that gentleman to be the best dressed whose dress no one observes. I am not sure but that the same may be said of an author's written language.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Good dress and writing go unnoticed because they fit well. The best style is invisible.
- In plain terms
- Best clothes and writing blend in so no one notices them.
- What can you take from it?
- Quality style does not call attention to itself.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When does style distract from content?
- Does your writing blend or shout?
Another view
Sometimes visible style is needed to stand out.
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