287 Quotes by Tim Gunn

Take the high road. No matter how much strife, and consternation, frustration and anger you might be confronted with – don’t go to that level.

I’m constantly reminding myself that the world owes us nothing. We have to make our way and we have to work hard, persevere and make our own way in the world because the world isn’t waiting for us, so let’s let the world know we are here.

I try to phrase criticism in the nicest possible way, but I also never lie. If people ask, I assume it’s because they want to know. People are not dumb about these things; they can tell when a compliment isn’t sincere.

If you are going to be catty, you have to be careful with whom you do it, and in what manner! It’s the kind of behavior that is best kept behind closed doors.

As I’ve matured, I’ve developed more confidence in pattern mixing and in having a slimmer fit and in taking some risks, and I enjoy it!

Life is a collaboration, it’s not a solo act.

I found early on in teaching, if you’re too blunt an instrument, the students discredit you and think you’re just being mean. They’re not interested in what you have to say.

Frankly, from my perspective, the bomber jacket is such a classic item you can wear it even when it’s not on trend.

I would never dream of telling people how to dress. but I do say to them, however you are dressing, accept responsibility for it. And also, unless asked, I don’t judge. And if asked to judge – I would approach it socratically, I would approach it with questions.