I think that the lack of intuition in fashion today is one of the most dangerous things. My fear is that our business is turning into a bag business, and it's all about the bag. But it's not only about the bag. It's about the women. And it's not about a bag or a shoe or the jewelry. It's only about women. . . . Being almost politically correct and doing only what you expect without the ability to make mistakes is very dangerous to fashion. We have to go with our heart. We have to go with our intuition.

I don't want to see a dress with a woman. I just want to see a woman, with a beautiful dress.

Pure, intense emotions. It's not about design. It's about feelings.

H&M approached us to collaborate, and see if we could translate the dream we created at Lanvin to a wider audience, not just a dress for less. I have said in the past that I would never do a mass-market collection, but what intrigued me was the idea of H&M going luxury rather than Lanvin going public. This has been an exceptional exercise, where two companies at opposite poles can work together because we share the same philosophy of bringing joy and beauty to men and women around the world.

Some days I feel like a piano: kind of short, always in black & white, always expected to produce music.

Fashion is not about buying a second skin. Fashion is about having a fantasy.

Making them feel gorgeous and comfortable is my way of making women's lives easier.