Does a man need to know what a peplum is? Probably not.

If you have to ask if a clothing item is a dress or a top, it is always a top.

It's not an area where designers want to focus or pay attention - women who are larger than a size 12.

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

My role as the chair of the fashion department at Parsons put me face to face with all the big designers, retailers, and editors. Since I was moving in these new circles regularly, I realized I needed to do something about my own personal style. It was really Diane von Furstenberg who gave me the nudge.

Staples are only good if they truly suit our lifestyle.

Frankly, from my perspective, the bomber jacket is such a classic item you can wear it even when it's not on trend.