I do think if you aim for quality, it's not so much about consumerism. The idea is 'Buy less, choose well, make it last.'

Even though it was the 70s, we found old stocks of clothes that had never been worn from the 50s and took them apart. I started to teach myself how to make clothes from that kind of formula.

Being part of a community with a church at its centre and singin' hymns is a great thing to do.

I don't feel comfortable defending my clothes. But if you've got the money to afford them, then buy something from me. Just don't buy too much.

Liverpool people are famous for liking clothes and fashion; they are very social and lively people, and we know that they like clothes.

Why do people think that if you don't dress up, others will appreciate your beauty more - that style will somehow emanate from you? It's rubbish. If you dress up it helps your personality to emerge - if you choose well

I have always loved the Mao cap, though I hate violent revolution.