When I left 20th Century-Fox to freelance, my agent believed that getting big money was the way to establish real importance in our industry.

I want no part of making any contribution whatsoever to the despair which eventually follows downbeat thinking.

In silence - and in self-defense - I figured things out in my own little way.

There are no ugly ducklings.

Fashion should not be expected to serve in the stead of courage or character.

I was deaf and dumb and blind to all but me, myself and I.

Like charity, I believe glamour should begin at home.