Prabal Gurung Quotes
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I'm fascinated by furniture design and interiors, and I want to try designing all that stuff.
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The first time I saw my look on a real person was in Paris, and I felt a little shock, a little thrill that went through my body. And that thrill never goes away - never.
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There is undoubtedly a lot of pressure that comes with recognition, which can be a good thing and bad thing all at the same time. But if you stay focused and don't lose sight of what you're doing and who you are, you can rise above it.
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I would tell any aspiring designer to take the time to experience everything they can to really get a feel for what direction they want to go in. And most importantly, let your passion and your gut lead you.
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I was in Nepal and I had watched Oprah Winfrey's show. I had no idea, as a kid in Nepal, who she was, but I remember watching an episode of hers about living your dreams.
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I was definitely considered different growing up. I learned that being me was all right because my family celebrated those differences.
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A lot of people have an opinion. If you listen to them too much, your work will get influenced, and you make no one happy.
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There is one universal truth: All women, all over the world, want to look beautiful. That is always the theme of my designs.
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I'm not a believer of luck. I think opportunity and hard work becomes luck.
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I make 98% of my collection in New York City and am generating jobs, so fashion isn't just frivolous for me. I understand levity about it. I also understand the depth of it.
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I really feel blessed that I'm able to do what I love and make a living at it and have people come and see it. I mean, what an incredibly blessed life!
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I mean, I can cook, but I'd get very nervous having my food being judged by dinner guests.
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The sources of inspiration from my travels have been unending.
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I've always been interested in a femininity with a bite. I always think a little bit of a kick is great.
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I came here because I wanted to live the American dream that I had heard of. And I'm a perfect example. I came to New York; I knew no one. I've made a career, a life, so I still believe in that.
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I went home and went to Mustang, in the mountains between Nepal and China, and was so inspired by the landscape and the rich culture and heritage. I loved the textures, the draping, the palette. Everything was so beautiful. This little kingdom wasn't open to the world until 1991.
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As someone who started a company with an idea of creating a luxury brand with a soul, I needed to learn more about how I effect change.
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Change doesn't come from staying in your safe space.
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I know what it's like to turn the page of a magazine and not see anyone like you. It takes a lot, a lot, a lot of talking to yourself to confirm your self-worth.
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Nothing scares a straight man more than a woman in her full glory.