Emilia Wickstead

“You can see that ladylike kind of dressing with a twist coming back at Dior, and I think that a lot of the fashion is following in those kinds of footsteps. It's wearable. It sits in your wardrobe forever.”

“There is so much talent in British fashion: a real cookie jar of different aesthetics with designers like Mary Katrantzou, Erdem, Christopher Kane, J. W. Anderson, and Simone Rocha.”

“I always think about my lifestyle when designing, so that's being a mother, being a career woman, being a wife, and being a woman who loves to entertain.”

“Here in London, you can go for picnics and have a barbecue; you can go to a park and wear bare feet, much like New Zealand. But there's just so much buzz going on; you can be inspired by anything and everything. There's always something to do. Always.”

“I was so young when I started, my taste has changed and developed, and I've gone from being a little bit safe to trying different things.”

“Old images and films are my main source of inspiration.”

“It is important that every bride feels comfortable in her chosen dress, and fabric choice has a big part to play in this.”

“If I'd really known how hard I was going to have to work behind the scenes to have any kind of business, I think I would have stopped.”

“I want to offer a wide range of classic and contemporary bridalwear to suit all personalities, readily available to try on.”

“I think I'm starting to be a little bit more appreciated or a little bit more noticed in the industry.”

“Once, four friends and I cut all our hair off, like boys. A couple of them cried afterwards, but I thought we looked really good.”

“I feel like British designers are having a real moment; there's a lot of freedom to be different, and I think that that's what so unique. There's no expectation of what you're going to see at London Fashion Week, and I think that's why you get such a mixed bag of sweets.”

“My autumn/winter 2011-12 collection embodies the bold and beautiful while reflecting an innovative style and passion for immaculate design. I believe that this collection radiates modern femininity and beauty in its purest form.”

“Prada Infusion d'Iris perfume - my mother wears it, so it feels like home away from home. It's lovely to smell her scent at all times.”

“I don't think there's any excuse for not being able to put on a beautiful product and make yourself feel fabulous. Just have some key pieces in your wardrobe that aren't seasonal.”