A woman is never sexier than when she is comfortable in her clothes.

I wanted to define the vocabulary of a wedding both visually and intellectually. The book is about more than weddings or wedding dresses. It's a metaphor for women's lives, their creativity.

I've always tried to push myself technically and to push myself visually. That's been part of the journey.

When I decided to get married at 40, I couldn't find a dress with the modernity or sophistication I wanted. That's when I saw the opportunity for a wedding gown business.

Figure skating has been a great influence for me. I took dance at the School of American Ballet, which helped my own skating. And whether you are a skater or a dancer, without sounding narcissistic, it is all about looking in the mirror.

I like the gritty parts of fashion, the design, the studio, the pictures.

I'm not really a girl who likes to go out to lunch or cocktails or store openings.