I've never particularly liked the idea of looking back; I'd rather look forward

I've never particularly liked the idea of looking back; I'd rather look forward

I try to be classic without being mumsy.

People ask what the secret of a happy marriage is. If there is one, it's 'don't talk about it.

I'm a creature of habit, so I like going to boutiques, rather than larger stores, where I know I'll find something that suits me every time.

Listening to my regular favourites - Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms and so on - I always feel, quite misguidedly, that nothing can be too bad if such beauty and brilliance exists in the world.

I learnt basic cookery by watching my mum.