Am Quote by Azzedine Alaia

I'm always telling young designers to take the time to surround themselves with women.

— Azzedine Alaia

As for success, I don't care for it. It is a fragile thing.

— Azzedine Alaia

When I was growing up, I never heard the word 'racism.' It was only in Paris I encountered that.

— Azzedine Alaia

I've been wearing Chinese clothes since I was 14. I can't wear a suit. I'm small, and when I put on a suit, it's…

— Azzedine Alaia

I'm happier about my friends than I am about my work. I still have a long way to go with work. My friends, that's…

— Azzedine Alaia

I would rather die than see my face in a car advertisement.

— Azzedine Alaia

There is a sensuality about fabric. I think all materials should be inviting when they touch the skin. When I watch children stroking their…

— Azzedine Alaia

If you're sad about what you see in the mirror when you wake up every morning, you must change it.

— Azzedine Alaia

Even if I was in prison, I could be free in my head. I can adapt easily.

— Azzedine Alaia

I think women should be seductive, not triste. There's enough sadness in life now without making women look sad, too.

— Azzedine Alaia

I want to speak directly with a star, not her stylist.

— Azzedine Alaia

As a child, I was raised with my grandmother, alongside all my cousins, and the kitchen was always full.

— Azzedine Alaia