I hate the word "eclectic" .I'm a classicist, and I like comfort. Lots of books, lots of artwork, pieces of family furniture, and newer upholstery.

When it comes to dressing, comfort is overrated. A little discomfort probably means your clothes fit and they're not pajamas.

I pretty much stay true to myself and try to find the good in people and not be snarky.

I believe women do the best womenswear.

If I could predict the trends, they would already be there.

In a manner of speaking. I certainly never want to lose my voice as an educator.

Go to Lord & Taylor on Fifth Avenue, I think it's the eighth floor, and it's just a department called 'Woman.' It's rather devastating. You've never seen such hideous clothes in your entire life. I mean, it's simply appalling. Thank God there are no windows on that floor, because if I were a size 18, I'd throw myself right out the window [after seeing those clothes]. It's insulting what these designers do to these women.