All authority is quite degrading. It degrades those who exercise it, and it degrades those over whom it is exercised.
Oscar WildeNever trust a woman who wears mauve, whatever her age may be, or a woman over thirty-five who is fond of pink ribbons.
Oscar WildeMy dear young lady, there was a great deal of truth; I dare say, in what you said, and you looked very pretty while you said it, which is much more important.
Oscar WildeThe moment that an artist takes notice of what other people want, and tries to supply the demand, he ceases to be an artist.
Oscar Wilde