I want to know where is that committee in Switzerland that sits to decide what is in and what is out. I don't listen to the formula makers. I think maybe I have a selective hearing disorder.

All the young people in fashion worship the people who have been around a long time. I think it is about keeping something going through the generations. Take my work: Just because I'm not 20 anymore doesn't mean that people don't appreciate what I do.

Fashion is not always about what's new, it's also about what's good. And I think if you need to see what's good, you have to be there.

I think 'modesty' is a beautiful word today - and a beautiful attitude.

I've always said fashion is like roast chicken: You don't have to think about it to know it's delicious.

I barely finish one pre-collection before I must start on another. Sales start, but I am already elsewhere creatively. The men's show is being prepared, but we also need to think about accessories, perfumes and other items. In sum, I never stop.

I don't like perfection - I think it's dangerous. There is nothing after perfection.

I am always trying to put myself inside: Every dress I do, I think, 'If I were a woman, would I wear it?'

I don't think you can be a designer if you don't care.