"Looks are temporary and don't mirror what's inside. And usually, a great looking man is so vain. Maybe most good-looking women are too. I hope I'm not!"
- Dorothy Stratten
About this Quote
This quote by Dorothy Stratten speaks to the concept that physical appeal is not an accurate reflection of an individual's character. Stratten acknowledges that many people, both men and women, who are thought about to be appealing are typically vain and self-centered. Nevertheless, she also expresses hope that she is not like this, suggesting that she values inner appeal over physical charm. This quote is a reminder that we must not evaluate people based upon their physical appearance, but rather on their character and character. It is a suggestion that beauty is only skin deep which real beauty lies within.