When I have interns, I always say, 'Handwritten thank-you notes can make a difference.' People remember that - not an e-mail, a handwritten note in an envelope.

I only take risks in couture, but I don't take risks in athleticism.

You come to Paris, you get true originality, and it's wonderful.

Snooki and Honey Boo Boo. These are big celebrities in the U.S. You want to throw up.

Look at 'American Idol,' which I don't look at. Those winners haven't become household names except for Jennifer Hudson, and she was a reject. You can't aim to be a household name. You just have to be successful.

Luxury is...to be able to take control of one's life, health, and the pursuit of happiness in a way that is joyful.

I think people look great in black. I love that what stands out is the person, especially. Black just conveys a kind of drama, even if it can be quiet drama. It does lend to the wearer a sense of confidence.