I've always drawn a lot. I like the idea of turning a 2-D sketch into a 3-D thing very quickly. And clothing… — Giles Deacon Copy Share Image
Due to the hectic, non-stop nature of my work, I'm always using my BlackBerry to stay in touch with my studio, wherever… — Giles Deacon Copy Share Image
I've always been a big supporter of homeless charities across the board, ever since I first moved to London. — Giles Deacon Copy Share Image
I go to contemporary galleries all around the world when I can. There's always something historical and something contemporary; those are my… — Giles Deacon Copy Share Image
People are always saying, 'You use irony,' and it's like, actually, we don't use irony: we use wit and playfulness and irreverence. — Giles Deacon Copy Share Image
Women I've known have always been quite strong and confident women. Sure, I've got some friends who aren't so overtly confident, or… — Giles Deacon Copy Share Image
I've always liked historic jewellery that's got a kind of quirkiness or playfulness to it; I like that it's not too serious. — Giles Deacon Copy Share Image
Single-sex private schools, especially in the middle of nowhere on a bleak hill in County Durham - I don't think they make sense. — Giles Deacon Copy Share Image
One day I'll do a Dorian Gray, and there will be a picture in the attic. I'll look like Helen Daniels from 'Neighbours' after… — Giles Deacon Copy Share Image
DAKS is a much more restrained silhouette, and there's a real emphasis on daywear, outerwear, and tailoring. It's more stripped-down. — Giles Deacon Copy Share Image
Anyone looking for a black cashmere sweater isn't going to come to me. — Giles Deacon Copy Share Image
I liked natural history. I liked the outdoors. And I found the sea quite interesting. — Giles Deacon Copy Share Image
Everybody's got a lot to their personalities. You're not just one element. There are some days you want something that can be a bit… — Giles Deacon Copy Share Image
I had a great teacher who was really encouraging and said I should go to Central Saint Martins. So I worked my socks off,… — Giles Deacon Copy Share Image
I didn't set out wanting to be a fashion designer from the age of 3. It wasn't that kind of dream. — Giles Deacon Copy Share Image
Rooney Mara is someone I'd like to dress; we've not worked with her before and she certainly has very interesting personal style. — Giles Deacon Copy Share Image