War Taught Me That Not

Retailing Has Become Fiercely Competitive. Today There Are Many Large Global Fashion Companies Who Have Opened Up Mono-brand Stores In Major Cities Around The World. When I First Opened My Boutique In New York, In 1985, There Were Almost No Other European Luxury Brands Present With Their Own Stores. Now Fifth Avenue Is Packed With Huge Stores From Major Italian And French Labels.

It Is Imperative To Create Luxury Products That Are Also Functional. My Vision For Fashion Precludes Frivolous, Fantasy-only Designs. That Said, Fashion Does Tend To Move More Quickly Than Interior Design. One Doesn't Change Their Couch Every Season As One Does Their Wardrobe.

I Don't Like Women Who Follow Fashion In The Sense Of Becoming Victims Of It. I Like Women Who Have Elegance, Who Have Allure, Who Use Fashion, Rather Than The Other Way Around.

The Stars I Have Worked With Not Only Look Good In My Clothes, But They Also Embody A Spirit Of Dedication And Hard Work That I Relate To And Admire.

Eliminate The Superfluous.