For my wardrobe, I like to invest in classic pieces and pair them with more trendy new pieces and accessories each season.

In 1967, the world health community launched a global effort to eradicate smallpox. It took a coordinated, worldwide effort, required the commitment of every government, and cost $130 million dollars. By 1977, smallpox had disappeared.

In a hundred years, how do you want the world to be? Everybody should get together to make the world a better place.

Take good care of your skin and hydrate. If you have good skin, everything else will fall into place.

The most inspiring piece of advice I've gotten is simply to persevere. My mom taught me to always keep going no matter what from an early age. When it feels too difficult to push forward, I always remind myself, 'This too shall pass,' and then I redouble my efforts.

I'm Christian. Growing up in Ethiopia, it's half-Christian and half-Muslim. You grow up with Muslim kids. I'm very much aware of their religion.

Doing designs on a loom takes a lot of talent and experience, and, trust me, I won't be able to do that.