Creativity comes from a conflict of ideas.

For so long Versace couture was identified with celebrities and music, which I love. But at the same time it could overwhelm the clothes.

I think sex is part of life, like eating and breathing.

Some say the economy means that you have to persuade people to invest in clothes - to buy less things but more expensive things. I disagree - invest in jewelry, or a house, maybe, but not in fashion.

I don't see anybody categorized as a 'fashion diva,' except for me! And I like that. I am thought of as a diva because I wear an evening dress and I take care of my look when I go out. I go to parties regarding business, not for fun. And that's why they call me a 'diva.'

People are always surprised when they spend time with my children by how normal they are. They're polite. They're well mannered. They're very down to earth, in a way.

I was a fashion addict by the time I was 11 years old. I'd wear a miniskirt and patent-leather boots.