I don't really follow market research. In the end, I respond to my own instincts.

In the end I do respond to my own instincts. Sometimes they're successful, and obviously sometimes they're not. But you have to, I think, remain true to what you believe in.

You either know fashion or you don't.

Everyone should be sacked at least once in their career because perfection doesn't exist. It's important to have setbacks, because that is the reality of life.

Go get a job. Whether it’s working as a designer or working in a restaurant and then doing your own thing in your own time, it’s a reality of life. In the end it’s going to be helpful to you and so many others.

I worked for Harper’s Bazaar. They fired me. I recommend that you all get fired; it’s a great learning experience.

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