I adore pretty things & witty words.

Cynicism is intelectual dandyism, but graciousness in speech is an aphrodisiac. (Andy Spade)

As far as I'm concerned playing 'Dress Up' begins at the age of five, and never truly ends.

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'm a big list maker. But if I cross off too many tasks and it's hard to see the remaining ones, I have to start a new list.

A handbag is only one item to be worn with a complete outfit. Add a peony pink leather handbag to a charcoal gray suit, for instance, and the impact is chic with a touch of wit.

If you're honest and fair as you can be, not only in business but in life, things will work out.