When I arrived in America, I had these very dark red nails which some people objected to, but then some people object to absolutely everything.

I was always fascinated by the absurdities and luxuries and the snobbism of the world that fashion magazines showed. Of course, it’s not for everyone...But I lived in that world, not only during my years in the magazines business but for years before, because I was always of that world-- at least in my imagination.

I mean, a new dress doesn't get you anywhere; it's the life you're living in the dress.

The future holds a golden world. It will be for beauty; it will be for intelligent productiveness.

Being vulgar is fine, but oh please just don't be boring.

There’s only one thing in life, and that’s the continual renewal of inspiration.

To be contented—that’s for the cows.