The beliefs I was raised with - to respect animals and to be aware of nature, to understand that we share this planet with other creatures - have had a huge impact on me.

Depending on the season, between 20 and 30 percent of my collections contain some sort of eco or sustainable element, whether it's a beautiful organic fabric or a natural dye. And obviously I don't use animal skins or fur of any kind.

Running is a huge category for us. To be able to run to work and have lightweight, breathable, windproof materials you can chuck in your bag that work on technical level but also on a lifestyle level are really important to me. I work out - and I think most people do - and I want to encourage women and inspire them in a way that fits in with their lifestyle.

The main thing I need to do is create, hopefully, exquisitely beautiful, desirable objects for my customer.

Success financially is a measure of creative success, it is the same in all arts.

I confess to being a frustrated musician.

Strength on its own in a woman is quite abrasive and not terribly attractive all the time.