I don’t like people who are late.

It's possible in today's world to be instantly famous, whether it's through Instagram or whatever platform it may be, but it's a very different matter to be successful financially and in the long-term

If one comes across sometimes as being cold or brusque, it's simply because I'm striving for the best.

Fashion is not beautiful, neither is it ugly. Why should it be either? Fashion is fashion.

I surround myself with a talented group of people that are opinionated and interesting. I try to remain very open to what others have to say.

It's important for young women and men coming out of the fashion schools to think seriously before starting their own collections.

I want 'Vogue' to be pacy, sharp, and sexy - I'm not interested in the super-rich or infinitely leisured. I want our readers to be energetic executive women, with money of their own and a wide range of interests. There is a new kind of woman out there. She's interested in business and money.