Men always look smart in a well-fitted, tailored suit. Conversely, they can be incredibly handsome in jeans combined with a cashmere jumper or a beaten-up leather jacket or even just a cotton T-shirt.

I don't believe in delivering four times a year and then also delivering things that are not season appropriate.

Its important for women to work. They need to keep their independence, to keep earning and being challenged.

I always knew I wanted to make my own way; I never wanted to be dependent on my father.

I tried to put direct to consumer through a wholesales channel - the industry was just not ready to adapt and change. The other issue I had was with Jimmy Choo.

There have been moments in my career when I've had to be tough and I've had to step up to the plate - but usually that's because a man has underestimated me. But other than that, I wouldn't say I'm a tough person.

My mother and I never got along, not even when I was a child.