Most people haven't got a point of view; they need to have it given to them––and what's more, they expect it from you.

No one had a better sense of luxury than Coco Chanel, She really had the spirit of the 20th Century.

To be contented—that’s for the cows.

The West is boring itself to death! And talking itself to death!

One is born with good taste. It's very hard to acquire. You can acquire the patina of taste. But what Elsie Mendl had was something else that's particularly American––an appreciation of vulgarity. Vulgarity is a very important ingredient in life. I'm a great believer in vulgarity––if it's got vitality. A little bad taste is like a nice splash of paprika. We all need a splash of bad taste––it's hearty, it's healthy, it's physical. I think we could use more of it. No taste is what I'm against.

I was always sort of a loner, I suppose. I always had to think out everything for myself... I suppose that is what you call a loner.

Don't look left nor right and never compete. Never. Watching the other guy is what kills all forms of energy.