I believe that it's very important to get to know people with whom you can have a substantive dialogue about design and its development. In addition, read everything about fashion that you can get your hands on. A palpable point of view is what makes a designer, so you need to be confident about yours.

I've worn a suit and tie for most of my life. And I believe (for me), it makes me more confident navigating the world.

Fashion it's not just about learning how to draw pretty pictures, and how to sew, it's everything that makes up your life.

But if fashion were easy, wouldn't everybody look great ?

I'm much more of a Leo than I am a Cancer.

If you had pockets, you were associated with a labor force. It meant you had things to carry yourself. Otherwise, your lady's maid or your manservant would have done it for you.

It was very challenging to mentor the mentors, and yes, you do see more sides of my personality.