In Italian there is an expression: We don't sleep on the fame.

I do think that exercise is important, not only to keep you in shape but also for your state of mind. However, I am not fanatical about it.

I know who the Versace woman is because I wear the clothes myself.

Sometimes big designers are afraid that people won't recognize them if they change that much.

Fashion is a weapon that you can use when you need it.

There's time to slow down, after you're dead.

I understand that the rule of fashion is to change, even as a successful designer - you do not want to be stuck in the same rut.