196 Quotes by Diana Vreeland

I’m terrible on facts. But I always have an idea. If you have an idea, you’re well ahead.

A lie to get out of something, or take an advantage for oneself, that’s one thing; but a lie to make life more interesting – well, that’s entirely different.

All my life I’ve pursued the perfect red.

You gotta have style. It helps you get down the stairs. It helps you get up in the morning. It’s a way of life. Without it, you’re nobody.

In a Balenciaga you were the only woman in the room – no other woman existed.

It’s only intelligent to wish to look after yourself properly.

Don’t look left nor right and never compete. Never. Watching the other guy is what kills all forms of energy.

I always say I hope to God I die in a town with a good tailor, a good shoemaker, and perhaps someone who’s interested in a little quelque chose d’autre.

How boring to copy the past – with all the magnificence of today and tomorrow.