Being effortless is the coolest thing in the world

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

I personally love sportswear, and love using it in high fashion.

Now, get out there and kick ass!

I was first drawn to active wear because I enjoy working out, and it's very important in this day in age. I really felt women were getting the tail end of the design in active wear; not getting the technology or design we deserved. It was reserved for men. We were getting the leftover work from the sports design houses.

My biggest surprises in my everyday job have to do with the challenges of trying to be slightly more responsible as a brand.

People think I'm strong, but actually I wanted to crawl away. I thought, I'm going to live in the country with my horse and I'll get a nine-to-five; I don't need this.