Quotes from Reem Acra

Beirut is where I was born and raised.

Never leave a pen around me - it will be gone.

I'm sure that everyone who goes into fashion always dreams of having a perfume, since it completes the brand and exposes it in a different way.

I've seen petite brides carry a ballgown, and I have also seen plus-size women carry a ballgown, though you wouldn't think so.

My brother Max made my desk. It's a masterpiece, like a piano. Everybody who comes in my office loves my desk.

Pets are supposedly a great way to meet people.

Try everything on, even gowns that you don't think you'll love. You might be surprised and fall in love with a gown that you weren't drawn to at first.

Your wedding is your red carpet moment, and while brides definitely can take some chances with style, you don't want to look like a fad.

I love bags, and little bags within bags. Everything is contained.

No one believed me when I said it was possible to put fabric in resin.

Anything that works well or has long-term success is never done quickly.

In designing my bridal collections, I love mixing luxe fabrics, which give the most beautiful texture and dimension to my creations.

Mini dresses that have an over skirt of tulle makes it traditional and modern at the same time.

When my mother threw a party, even as a kid, she'd call me in and say, 'Organize it for me.'

Fashion is for us to have fun.

When I took on the title sponsorship of the Western European League and the World Cup Final in October 2010, I did it because I love the sport and I love horses. It has proved to be a perfect match for the Reem Acra brand.

My top styling tips for brides are, first and foremost, to be careful not to go overboard with makeup. The goal is to look like yourself, just a bit enhanced!

I live in New York and travel all over the world on a regular basis.

Barbie has always been an inspiration. Dressing her was part of ever girl's dream.

Though I'm a fashion designer, I never stuff my luggage with too many items.

The more traditional bride still prefers white or ivory, but the young girls... seem to like the idea of using colors.

People are looking more and more to Hollywood for fashion trends: who got dressed in what, and what was on the red carpet. Hollywood is becoming a big advertisement.

As you know, all women at all ages do not feel their ages anymore. The young girl feels older, and the older woman feels younger.

My friends are my inspiration, and all of them are true friends that support me. On a daily basis, I know that I have my friends to rely on.