Christian Siriano Quotes & Sayings

For me I'm a luxury brand trying to prove to people and the industry that it's not about being a TV celebrity in any which way, it's about being a designer and having a business and being successful at that. — Christian Siriano

I think I was very young when I became interested in fashion. — Christian Siriano

I want to have my own line and collection. — Christian Siriano

There are a ton of A-list stars I'd love to dress - fashionistas like Keira Knightley and Scarlett Johansson. Also, Cate Blanchett would be fun and fabulous. My picks vary by the day and how I'm feeling. But, as a new, young designer, I'm open to working with everyone! — Christian Siriano

I came from a different world from other designers because I already had such a strong fan base that was interested in fashion. You have to give the little divas something. — Christian Siriano

I'd rather buy clothes then buy a bed — Christian Siriano

I just think it's great to show a gown that's $8,000 and a shoe that's, like, $25 - but still look fabulous together. — Christian Siriano

I hate the terminology of 'costume' because my clothes are not costumes at all. I think they're high fashion, avant-garde, and more couture, definitely, and yes, some of my pieces are not particularly wearable, but I wouldn't say they're costumes, I'd say they're more couture. — Christian Siriano

Shoes are a big part of your look. I think that if your outfit isn't really something special, then fun footwear is a great way to jazz it up and make your ensemble more interesting. — Christian Siriano

I'd rather buy clothes than buy a bed. — Christian Siriano

I Google everyone I meet and I look up designers. — Christian Siriano

I think everybody needs a little bit of Minnie in their wardrobe. — Christian Siriano

I even like when girls wear printed Minnie Mouse T-shirts with a cool ball gown skirt, or a ripped up pair of jeans - it's all about how you style it. — Christian Siriano

I am confident and I work so hard to be confident. If I wasn't talented, then I wouldn't be as confident. — Christian Siriano

There are still places to go, there are still dinners, there are still parties, and you can still get dressed up. That's part of having fun in fashion. — Christian Siriano

Everything I wear is a do and everything else is a don't! — Christian Siriano

Fabrics and lining make a big difference in the garment. If you're buying an expensive trench coat, and it's lined in something cheap, it doesn't feel as nice. — Christian Siriano

The bows, the polka dots, the color, the playfulness - you don't have to over do it. You just have to be able to style it in the right way. — Christian Siriano

I'm young and I have a lot of experience and I learn quickly. — Christian Siriano

You can wear whatever, be whatever, do whatever you want. — Christian Siriano

My name is out there right now. I'm creative and innovative. I should capitalize on it. — Christian Siriano

The gays like 'Project Runway' because it's a fashion, and the gays are into fashion and into design. It's a creative industry, and most of the gays are pretty creative, in general. That's just like the culture. We're not all into politics necessarily. We're more into the creative environment. I also think Heidi is a big draw. The boys love Heidi and think she's so fabulous. I just think it's a glitzy, fun show, and there are also always lots of gay boys on it, and, you know, that's fun. — Christian Siriano

A bad investment is going for quantity over quality. If you're trying to be careful with your wallet, especially with the economy right now, you have to choose staple pieces. — Christian Siriano

Well I am from Annapolis Maryland. I went to High school in Baltimore, but I grew up in Annapolis. It was a cute town. We lived on a waterfront community. It was good, even though I don't really fit the preppy boater kind of style. — Christian Siriano

It was something I was more interested in myself. When I went to see my sister dance at ballet, I was really into costumes and the arts, and my family was also supportive of whatever me and my sister wanted to do. I would say I pushed myself the most to be into design. — Christian Siriano

Working in a salon, you look at trends all day long. You're looking at color all the time, what new products are coming out. You're a part of the fashion industry, especially if you're working in a higher-end salon. — Christian Siriano

I'm going to have some fabulous nights out with champagne. — Christian Siriano

I think that red polka red dress is just iconic. — Christian Siriano