My main influence is - it's music. It lifts the spirit. I am always listening to music. And sometimes what inspires me is a little sound or some small arrangement. I really do listen to music continuously all day long - very loud, so people can't stand to be around me anymore.

I think there was a time when I was too strict and controlling. I think I asphyxiated my children.

Creativity comes from a conflict of ideas.

A business woman needs a successful mix of design and practicality. I look for that special piece that sets the watch apart from the norm. I want to have something unique that differentiates itself with style and glamour.

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

My style is not that big. I wear heels, tight pants, and I wear diamonds.

I'm a designer, and I work very hard at that. People sometimes want to put down fashion by saying it's frivolous or superficial, but it's not that way at all. It's actually very hard work.