Historically, most women who are powerful are seen as not being nice, even if they are.

I work in fashion because the world is such a heavy place that I need to be in this industry that fights for five hours to get a dress.

People want to express themselves - that's what fashion is for. You can go to Target and get something that Rodarte designed for $34, but would you want to go buy the higher version for $3,400? I think most people would say no.

The only dream I ever had was the dream of New York itself, and for me, from the minute I touched down in this city, that was enough. It became the best teacher I ever had.

If people decide thin is out, the fashion industry won't have thin models anymore. Have you spent time with fashion people? They are ruthless. They want money. And the one thing they know is people want clothes to cover their bodies. Unfortunately, most people aren't comfortable with their bodies.

You find out who you are by figuring out who and what you're not

Your dreams are ballbusters; they're not the yellow brick road.