I never had a fondness for gems or the extravagance of Harry Winston or Van Cleef & Arpels. I've always liked the more flamboyant, imaginative things. I lusted after costume jewelry. My husband was a very lucky man.

To lead the good life in New York, the two most important things for a woman are a chauffeur and a fur-lined raincoat. If you have those two things, you’re made.

I'm delighted that gay people want to get married and I say why not! It's nobody's business and I would happily give my blessing.

I'm delighted that gay people now want to get married and I say why not! It's nobody's business and I would happily give my blessing.

I find that if I get up and push myself, I get lost in what I'm doing, and I forget about everything else until I stop doing it.

You have to know yourself and know what you can carry. If you're not comfortable, no matter how well dressed you are, you're not going to look right. I'd rather be happy and feel comfy.

I've always been attracted to unusual eyewear. I thought glasses were an interesting accessory, depending on the shape of your face. People would always ask me, "Why are your frames so large?" And I would say, "The bigger to see you!" And that shut them up.