My mum had a massive influence on me, not just in what she wore and how she looked, but in her spirit. She was married to one of the most famous men in the world, and she didn't wear any… — Stella McCartney Copy Share Image
It wasn't easy navigating publicity when I started, because I grew up with 'being famous,' and I'm just not into it, and I guess defensiveness gets read into that. And I didn't get an easy ride at the beginning. — Stella McCartney Copy Share Image
I love a pocket. I'm about helping women look as good as possible on the least amount of effort. I want versatility and comfort.… — Stella McCartney Copy Share Image
I loved all those Doris Day visuals of her being a tomboy and then changing into this gorgeous girl in a ballgown. — Stella McCartney Copy Share Image
People think I'm strong, but actually I wanted to crawl away. I thought, I'm going to live in the country with my horse and… — Stella McCartney Copy Share Image
The consumption of animals - whether you're wearing them or eating them - is extraordinarily damaging to the planet. There are over a billion… — Stella McCartney Copy Share Image
Strength on its own in a woman is quite abrasive and not terribly attractive all the time, — Stella McCartney Copy Share Image
I grew up on an organic farm in England. And I was a vegetarian from an early age - not just for health, not… — Stella McCartney Copy Share Image
I don't know, maybe I'm overly paranoid that they're going to be spoiled, but I want to keep them going as kids for as… — Stella McCartney Copy Share Image
When I say I don't do fur or leather, in my world it's a massive shock, but when it comes into the sporting arena,… — Stella McCartney Copy Share Image
What you wear in the evening is important for women because it's so personal, and it's so complicated to get it right. I like… — Stella McCartney Copy Share Image
I think it took me a little while to be true to myself as a designer, and in some ways I'm still trying to… — Stella McCartney Copy Share Image
