Quotes from Christian Siriano

We found the time and we put in the effort because being a label that different women can wear is really important to us.

Women are wanting to wear my clothes not only because they're great clothes but because of what we represent.

My name is out there right now. I'm creative and innovative. I should capitalize on it.

Fashion is not superficial; it is a dynamic tool to transform oneself, and it can be used to command the attention of those around you.

We sell in Moda Operandi, which, if you don't know what it is, it's a beautiful luxury site that does pre-trunk shows for designer collections. We got them to change their algorithm online to go up to a size 24.

I hate hearing from anyone ever saying, 'Oh, you only make clothes for models. That's so annoying,' because it just never, never is the case. Our top-selling size is probably a 12.

Fabrics and lining make a big difference in the garment. If you're buying an expensive trench coat, and it's lined in something cheap, it doesn't feel as nice.

Working in a salon, you look at trends all day long. You're looking at color all the time, what new products are coming out. You're a part of the fashion industry, especially if you're working in a higher-end salon.

I think Zendaya Maree Stoermer Coleman moves product well. We love her! That pink suit she wore of mine sold very well.

There's no one piece everyone should avoid, but obviously there are some things that don't fit the right way on everyone.

I am around ladies' clothing all day long, and I get real sick of clothes.

Michelle Obama is not an average, 'It girl' woman, and I think that's why she's so fabulous.

Shoes are a big part of your look. I think that if your outfit isn't really something special, then fun footwear is a great way to jazz it up and make your ensemble more interesting.

I think, more and more in fashion now, diversity is so important because that's what the customer is.

We have dresses that I actually think look better if you have more of a bust or more of a hip... or whatever it is. That's why, in a collection, it should be as diverse as you can be. I think there should be options for a lot of different types of bodies and women.

In the beginning, my first clients were Oprah, Whoopi Goldberg, and all different types of women.

That's how I started. I moved to New York City, and I was a makeup artist.

I'm going to have some fabulous nights out with champagne.

If you book the same models that look and act the same in every show - I get the continuity, and it is beautiful to see, but there's also no life to it. I'm personally not a fan of that.

It was something I was more interested in myself. When I went to see my sister dance at ballet, I was really into costumes and the arts, and my family was also supportive of whatever me and my sister wanted to do. I would say I pushed myself the most to be into design.

When Oprah Winfrey wears something, it works out, too. But if someone's having "a moment," that always helps.

I am confident and I work so hard to be confident. If I wasn't talented, then I wouldn't be as confident.

There are a ton of A-list stars I'd love to dress - fashionistas like Keira Knightley and Scarlett Johansson. Also, Cate Blanchett would be fun and fabulous. My picks vary by the day and how I'm feeling. But, as a new, young designer, I'm open to working with everyone!

Christina Hendricks is still one of my favorite people to dress because she has this old Hollywood, vintage quality to how she likes to get ready.