“About half my designs are controlled fantasy, 15 percent are total mad...” — Manolo Blahnik Quote

“About half my designs are controlled fantasy, 15 percent are total madness and the rest are bread-and-butter designs.”

“I don't consider myself a fashion designer.”

“There is nothing charming about a woman who cannot walk in her shoes.”

“I always design the hat with the wearer in mind; otherwise, it's an inanimate object.”

“Obama really changed the way in which design can be used effectively for a candidate.”

“But I'm blessed to work with great people. I collaborate with brilliant stylists both here and in Paris. I work with a great design team. I really allow everyone to bring their ideas. I almost rely on them to inspire me.”