Animals come from nature. They were not designed. All my inspiration comes from nature, whether it's an animal or the layout of bark or of a leaf. Sometimes my patterns are very bold, and you can barely see where they come from, but all the textures and all the prints come out of nature.

The important thing is to believe in what you do. Have a big dream and take small steps.

Taste is acquired. You may have to unlearn a taste for chocolate or ice cream.

I don't like to talk about my dreams. I like to make them happen. I prefer to talk about them when they're done.

The best-dressed man is an Italian who is trying to look English, or an Englishman who is trying to look Italian.

My biggest vice is playing solitaire on my iPad. It's bad. I mean, it's ridiculous.

My clothes are great for a honeymoon: They're light and sexy, colorful and pretty, and not expensive.