C. Z. Guest Quotes
Born: February 19, 1920
C. Z. Guest, born Lucy Douglas Cochrane, was a visionary of purposeful living whose philosophy bridged aristocratic grace with unyielding drive. As an author, gardener, and style icon, she distilled life into actionable wisdom: beauty demands effort, and success is cultivated through discipline. Her quotes resonate because they transform aspiration into habit, urging readers to act with both elegance and grit. Guest’s legacy endures in her belief that motivation is not a feeling but a deliberate choice—a seed planted daily. For those seeking to move beyond dreaming into doing, her words are a masterclass in turning intention into indelible reality.
C. Z. Guest Quotes (6)
"I've always felt that having a garden is like having a good and loyal friend."
— C. Z. Guest"The most important thing is to enjoy yourself and have a good time."
— C. Z. Guest"What I don't understand is these people who go on the street wearing riding clothes, and they have never been on a horse. They ought to have their heads examined, really. It's a joke. But, let's face it, we live in a fantasy world."
— C. Z. Guest"I call myself, 'The Estee Lauder of the garden world.' I'm my own little conglomerate."
— C. Z. Guest"All the girls today want to be famous, but they haven't earned their spurs."
— C. Z. Guest"I like the classic look. Keep it simple. There's only so much you can wear."
— C. Z. Guest