Believe me, I've done my time travelling the world in cramped conditions and carrying my own luggage. Now my leisure is summers in the south of France or the Hamptons, walking in Connemara, and year-round shopping in Manhattan and Paris.

Growing up in a business-orientated family meant that I naturally learnt the tricks of the trade.

Teachers are the worst. Just shameless about kicking off their rivals.

My favourite designers are Alexander McQueen, YSL, Eskandar, Donna Karan and Lanvin.

I saw George Bush at a benefit concert actually waving at Stevie Wonder. Someone had to tell him, 'He can't see you.'

Sad old blokes, I'm told, now dream of me with a whip in hand.

Every mother and daughter should make time for a trip together. It's good for the soul.