I always say if I weren't a fashion designer, my other dream job is being a rock star!

I think it is really important to have a sense of business. As a designer you can get so wrapped up in the design and fashion side that you forget the business side.

My mother was kind and forgiving and would take in all the waifs and strays in our neighbourhood; we always compared her to Mother Teresa. She taught me a lot.

I try not to have regrets and to learn from every experience.

I think if a young person is passionate about something specific, he or she should follow their passion. You look at Bill Gates or Steve Jobs, all of these successes in Silicon Valley, these people have had passion in a specific area and have therefore succeeded. College isn't for everyone. If you don't have that passion or that specific focus in mind, I believe you should go to university and get an education.

My mother inspired me to treat others as I would want to be treated regardless of age, race or financial status.

I think preppy stands for optimism, confidence, energy and authenticity.