I put everything I think is sexy into my shoes.

I think I am one of the smallest surviving brands.

I think of each new season as an evolution, not a change in style.

I was possessed by London.

I'm like an old vampire, so it's important to talk to young people.

I'm mad for satin.

I'm OK: I don't need money.

I'm very painful to deal with when I create a shoe.

I'm very self-critical.

If I look back I feel frightened, not happy, because my life is a bit of a mystery to me.

In London I feel free; nobody bothers anyone and everyone is free to express themselves.

Maintenance is terribly important.

Most of the people nowadays send their things by internet. But I cannot work that way. I like to do it myself.

My mother has an incredible rigidity, which is very Catholic.

My mother is incredible. I mean, still is today.

My shoes are special shoes for discerning feet.

My whole life has been a huge mistake, but what a divine mistake - doing something that I adore.

Papa died when he was 77.

Paris is paramount for fashion, always was - always will be.

Really, the '70s and '80s were a blur.