Never in my wildest dreams did I entertain the idea that I would become a fashion designer.

It would be very hard for me to do things somebody else's way.

Remain true to yourself and your philosophy. Changing in the face of adversity will in fact diminish your credibility with your customers.

I think that everyone has the right to fall in love at any age. But in life you have to learn how to control your emotions. You must know self-discipline.

I've used a lot of jersey, but I've also done a lot of complex pattern weaves in these fabrics in solid colors, and there are lots of little dresses for cocktail and evening. I've done a series of very important evening dresses as well, just to show that these two ideas can also work well together. Today's woman can wear an important evening dress or a simple pant and top. It's all in the personality of the woman.

Our wardrobe needs to be more versatile, and, above all, it needs to be comfortable.

There are so many things to take into account - your ambition, your ego, the press, the consumers. You can never be sure that you'll be on top of the pile again.