My homes are similar in style because the same design principles run through all areas of my work. — John Rocha Design Copy Share Image
My Chinese grandmother was a dressmaker, so I always enjoyed dressing up and looking cool. — John Rocha Copy Share Image
My most precious possession is a 13.5-feet-long fishing rod, made by an American firm called Loomis. — John Rocha Copy Share Image
The day I feel my clothes are no longer relevant, I will be happy to step down. — John Rocha Clothes Copy Share Image
Fashion is instant - after six months, it disappears, and you have to start again. That's the nature of it. — John Rocha Copy Share Image
I still love Birkenstocks. I just think they are the most comfortable things; I even wear them in winter sometimes. — John Rocha Copy Share Image
I believe that IT is the way forward. Every other industry utilises IT, and I feel that fashion needs to use it… — John Rocha Copy Share Image
I have no idea why, but I find that men make more of an impact on me in films than women -… — John Rocha Beautiful Copy Share Image
Unfortunately, I used to play in goal, and I broke my hand. Two fingers. The ball hit me and bent my fingers… — John Rocha Copy Share Image
I can tell you every element of every single look from each collection - one to 30 - without looking at a… — John Rocha Copy Share Image
I never set out to do interior design; I just do what I do, and some people come along and want me… — John Rocha Copy Share Image
It might be a selfish choice, but I find it quite difficult to design for individuals and prefer the distance of larger… — John Rocha Design Copy Share Image
I dress pop stars, and I dress my doctor. It's about attitude. I do what I love, and I'm lucky to do… — John Rocha Attitude Copy Share Image
It was a very, very happy childhood, but I always knew I wanted to see the world. — John Rocha Copy Share Image
I think natural fibers look better over time. The more you wear them, they look even better. — John Rocha Copy Share Image
I always challenge myself to do something better, and people in the industry appreciate that. — John Rocha Copy Share Image
I like to create a simple space and surround myself with things that I like to look at. — John Rocha Copy Share Image
I think, as a designer, what you have to do is challenge yourself to do what you do, but better. — John Rocha Copy Share Image
My heritage is a huge part of everything I do; it is, after all, part of what has made me who I… — John Rocha Culture Copy Share Image
Fashion remains closest to my heart. I get genuinely excited by my collections - I never wanted to be a businessman. — John Rocha Copy Share Image
We have achieved tremendous success in Ireland and internationally on the strength of our creativity and design skills. — John Rocha Creativity Copy Share Image
Dubai is a vibrant city: Big cars, big buildings... it reminds me of my home town, Hong Kong. People are always on… — John Rocha Architecture Copy Share Image
I made my final collection in college in London using Irish handwoven wool. That is how I discovered Ireland first; I just… — John Rocha College Copy Share Image
I think my love of form is especially informed by my background, whether this is creating a wonderful silhouette in a dress… — John Rocha Dress Copy Share Image
I don't want to be an elitist designer. It's no fun just catering for a small group of people. It's against my… — John Rocha Copy Share Image
Beautiful fabrics last; synthetics don't. Certain fabrics, such as linen or cotton, develop their own character over time. — John Rocha Beautiful Copy Share Image
I can speak Cantonese, but I can't speak about fashion - I learnt all my fashion in Europe, so often, during interviews… — John Rocha Cantonese Copy Share Image
Chinese people have that superstitious fix - people always do feng shui when they are opening a shop; even the Hong Kong… — John Rocha Copy Share Image
Many women in their 40s make the mistake of wearing clothes that are too tight. Skimpy dresses and tight trousers can make… — John Rocha Copy Share Image
