I was an observer. I liked to listen rather than openly
express myself. This trait is something that I've retained over the years.
Why do I put myself in a position to be cast aside or not
considered as I would like to? Because I am a creative mind, because I still
aspire to be one.
There are so many things to take into account - your
ambition, your ego, the press, the consumers. You can never be sure that you'll
be on top of the pile again.
I design for real people. I think of our customers all the
time. There is no virtue whatsoever in creating clothing or accessories that
are not practical.
China approaches fashion with strong enthusiasm. And I
believe that this enthusiasm can be translated into something interesting,
economically speaking. Not only for my brand, but also for other brands.
Actually I am very glad that people can buy Armani - even if
it's a fake. I like the fact that I'm so popular around the world.
It is difficult to talk about fashion in the abstract,
without a human body before my eyes, without drawings, without a choice of
fabric - without a practical or visual reality.
I believe that my clothes can give people a better image of
themselves - that it can increase their feelings of confidence and happiness.
Never in my wildest dreams did I entertain the
idea that I would become a fashion designer.