I'm not a designer, I'm a creator. To me, it's always been about collaboration, I've never studied styling or fashion. As far as I'm concerned, it boils down to common sense: have fun, more importantly have fun with your friends and keep a global view on what you're doing.

I was born in Japan, so for me, Uniqlo is a family brand. My granny used to wear Uniqlo. And my Italian dad wore Uniqlo. I wore Uniqlo, of course.

There are so many young designers who need stock, who need my push. With the commerce, the one thing I knew is that I wanted to have things that were affordable. I was always one of those customers that would go to an amazing store and be like, "Um, what's the least expensive thing?"

I'm not an elitist. I hate the fashion industry sometimes because it becomes so focused on the elite.

I'm not a typical couturier, although I really respect them.

My mom was my muse - she would buy me Italian 'Vogue.' I was this little fashion boy.

I think when you start talking about money, it stops the whole creative process for me.