When you're an adult designer, you're either running a business or you're helping someone else's business run. Either way, that's a lot of pressure.
Christian SirianoThere are still places to go, there are still dinners, there are still parties, and you can still get dressed up. That's part of having fun in fashion.
Christian SirianoI hate the terminology of "costume" because my clothes are not costumes at all. I think they're high fashion, avant-garde, and more couture, definitely, and yes, some of my pieces are not particularly wearable, but I wouldn't say they're costumes, I'd say they're more couture.
Christian SirianoShoes are a big part of your look. I think that if your outfit isn't really something special, then fun footwear is a great way to jazz it up and make your ensemble more interesting.
Christian Siriano