You know, when you go to high school or, you know, when kids are younger and there's not an understanding of differences. But I built up a very strong, thick skin.

I don't think fashion week will go back to what it used to be because people are realising that the industry is completely changing. It's not just in Bryant Park any more, people are figuring out who their audience is, where they want to show, they aren't really playing by the rules. It's not so much about these editors, these buyers.

If someone realises the piece they are wearing is inspired by me then it only broadens my audience.

Everyone always asks me who my muse is, or who's the girl I have in mind, which is such a hard question for me to answer because I feel like it's a sensibility that varies for each individual.

Take people's advice and guidance in the beginning, but always follow your instincts first

My mission was that I wanted to see people on the street that I don't know wearing my clothes. That excites me.

Designing a product and understanding how it filters through into the market and into the rest of the company is very important to me.