I love lamps. I can't stand overhead lighting. I have to have everything on a dimmer.

I did not go to fashion school. I arrived in New York in 1986 from Kansas City and was working as accessories editor for Mademoiselle Magazine. While working at Mademoiselle I noticed that the market lacked stylish and sensible handbags, so I decided to create my own.

I love lamps. I can't stand overhead lighting. I have to have everything on a dimmer.

Popeyes and Taco Bell. I try to be healthy, but they're just so good.

I'm one of six children. I'd love to sound educated and say I dive into a good book when I'm there, but in truth, I spend time with the kids playing cards, ping-pong, and board games.

In the same way that men wear ties to add personality to their clothing, so too should women wear their accessories.

In order to lead a fascinating life, one brimming with art, music, intrigue, and romance, you must surround yourself with precisely those things.