I make things of my own that aren't that glam, but I'm not known for that, which has always been a bit of a frustration for me.

I see myself as a true modernist. Even when I do a traditional gown, I give it a modern twist. I go to the past for research. I need to know what came before so I can break the rules.

Bridal is always about who you are as a person and as a woman and as a lover and as a mate. People always ask me how a woman can pick just one dress. And the funny thing is they always know.

In the dream world of Matisse and the gritty reality of American frontier, the diversity of women in our society offers the chance for greater exploration and even greater inspiration.

Fashion to me has become very disposable; I wanted to get back to craft, to clothes that could last.

When I design a wedding dress with a bustle, it has to be one the bride can dance in. I love the idea that something is practical and still looks great.

They never ask the celebrities why they don't wear their own clothes on the red carpet.