I never thought of Kim Basinger in terms of age. For me she embodies woman with her subtleties and intricacies. She's sensual and intellectually engaging, elegant with a very strong personal style.

The great thing about life - I'd rather not know and just hope I'm happy and healthy and I feel as good about my life as I do now.

I'm not a dark person at all, so those roles are the most challenging. I don't think I'm necessarily drawn to dark things. It just seems to work out that way.

I fully credit my family for keeping me grounded and for putting me back in line whenever necessary.

You don't have to work hard to bring emotions. It all just comes naturally, you're there living it.

When I was younger, I had no interest. But after I went to Paris to see the collections for the first time a few years ago, they made a huge impression on me. I realized that fashion is an art form, like acting or painting.

Hong Kong girls have a genius sense of style. I came back to the States thinking no one here has any individuality. Or cute enough socks.