Winning a trophy is always nice, but my personal satisfaction comes from reflecting on the passion, motivation, and determination that went into getting me there.

The road to success is not easy to navigate, but with hard work, drive and passion, it's possible to achieve the American dream.

American style is about confidence, independence, diversity and free expression.

Good sportsmanship goes beyond the game; it starts with respect.

The possibilities are endless, so never be discouraged by a setback, no matter how big.

I think preppy stands for optimism, confidence, energy and authenticity.

I always say if I weren't a fashion designer, my other dream job is being a rock star!

My passion for music has always inspired my designs.

I saw my future. I pictured it, but didn't quite know how to get there. But I knew that I should never give up.

New York Fashion Week comes only twice a year, make it count

I try not to have regrets and to learn from every experience.

Almost everybody we get together with about a matter, even if it is of the highest importance, is incompetent.

We can say that one has remained [correctly] in worldly interaction if one has ‘adjusted everywhere’.

I've been guilty of over analyzing & under achieving.

Wisdom alone is the science of other sciences.

What is the most sacred duty and the greatest source of our security in a Republic? An inviolable respect for the Constitution and Laws.

Miyazaki's films in Japan are bigger than Titanic. He's an incredible rock star there. In the US, they don't do as well.

There's action only if there is danger.

I'd hate wearing suits every day.

Give what You command and command what You will.

To each individual the world will take on a different connotation of meaning-the important lies in the desire to search for an answer.