As a designer I like to work with fabrics that don't bleed. That's why I avoid all animal skins.

Everyone can do simple things to make a difference, and every little bit really does count.

I loved all those Doris Day visuals of her being a tomboy and then changing into this gorgeous girl in a ballgown.

If people stop liking my clothes, I'll make a record.

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

Someone from Manolo Blahnik went into my shop and said: 'These shoes are not vegetarian.' That's the highest compliment, because you just can't tell that they are, and they are. My mum taught me to have a soul.

As a designer I like to work with fabrics that don't bleed. That's why I avoid all animal skins.