I hate people who over intellectualize. It bores me deeply.

In fashion, it’s always better to be an interesting person than a beautiful one. Character is much more fascinating than pure good looks.

I think I have character, and that is what people like in me.

There are certain models who might not be considered beautiful. I think personality is more important than looks.

I love the free spirit in London.

I think that life has brought a lot to fashion, and fashion brings plenty to life. I took my children on photo shoots, at the same time, I borrowed my father's sweater for a photo shoot and, then, I am inspired by a Russian princess because of my Russian roots. Everything is all mixed in together.

Fashion is very tough, and we shouldn't forget that before designers were money-makers, they were artists.