85 Quotes by Christian Siriano

I hate the terminology of “costume” because my clothes are not costumes at all. I think they’re high fashion, avant-garde, and more couture, definitely, and yes, some of my pieces are not particularly wearable, but I wouldn’t say they’re costumes, I’d say they’re more couture.

Everything I wear is a do and everything else is a don’t!

Shoes are a big part of your look. I think that if your outfit isn’t really something special, then fun footwear is a great way to jazz it up and make your ensemble more interesting.

I just think it’s great to show a gown that’s $8,000 and a shoe that’s, like, $25-but still look fabulous together.

I am confident and I work so hard to be confident. If I wasn’t talented, then I wouldn’t be as confident.

Fashion is not superficial; it is a dynamic tool to transform oneself, and it can be used to command the attention of those around you.

If you book the same models that look and act the same in every show - I get the continuity, and it is beautiful to see, but there's also no life to it. I'm personally not a fan of that.

Women are wanting to wear my clothes not only because they're great clothes but because of what we represent.

The thing is, if you're a designer, then you want to constantly push yourself and your designs.