Jean Patou

“To be truly 'soigne,' a man should have 80 suits.”

“I wouldn't know how to design. I couldn't even if I wanted to, for I can't draw, and a pair of scissors in my hands becomes a dangerous weapon.”

“The American woman is a charming creature. She is of a type most unusual and delightful... And their feet and ankles are the most perfect in the world.”

“When I create a sports costume, I remember that it must not look - how do you say? - 'bedraggled.'”