[The democratization of luxury] means more people are going to get better fashion. And the more people who can have fashion, the better.

Gisele Bundchen, along w Kate Moss, is a phenomenon. I wish models knew they have to have a personality

People respond well to those that are sure of what they want.

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

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.

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

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