I have worked with wool all my life as a designer. There's so much more to it than knitwear - it's an amazingly versatile material and can be used in so many different ways from chic to rustic.

I love Alexander McQueen. I like the construction of his suits. I think it's fantastic.

I love anyone who breaks the rules, and musicians always break the rules - in an aggressive way.

I am not a great believer in fairy tales. Every woman should fight hard for her own happy endings. Although occasionally it is nice to wake up as a princess.

A business woman needs a successful mix of design and practicality.

Fashion is not frivolous. I am a businesswoman, a very serious person.

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