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I personally approve all the shoes that go into production, and I have a level of involvement with the factories that other people don't have.
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I like the idea of sending my Aquazurra girls out with a lucky charm under their feet.
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Women dress very much according to their moods, so when you see their shoes, it really shows you the character and what they want to show to the world, and what they are feeling at that time.
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What I always say to people is dress from the feet up. If you don't normally wear colour, try some colour on your feet; it's the place, I think you can have fun and update your outfit.
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Up until the 1960s, women would meet designers in their private ateliers, and together they would build a relationship and a wardrobe. Then, all of a sudden, designers disappeared into their own private bubble, and there was no communication.
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Florence is charming, cozy, beautiful, inspiring - it has so many great places to go to and so many unique things to see that you won't find anywhere else!
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Historically, I think you can really judge a person by their shoes.
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Being inspired is one thing, but completely knocking off a design is another. There is a big difference.
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I love to turn an idea that is in my head into reality.
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America is our biggest market, and I really do believe if you can make it in New York, you can make it anywhere.
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I started doing flats because women would always apologize for wearing them when they met me, as if they had to be in heels when meeting a shoe designer.
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Avoid patent leather, pink, and crystals.
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I was the first one to say that there could be comfortable, sexy shoes, and it's a big part of our brand.
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I got the same industry experience in five years that someone else might have had in 15.
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There's something special about shoes, they give you a high like nothing else.
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I never met a stripe I didn't like.
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I want you to be able to go to Aquazzura and find a shoe for every occasion, whether that's a red carpet ball or picking up your kids from school.
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A sexy shoe is one that men like.
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For me, I knew the Christy flat was a beautiful shoe, but I had no idea the incredible trend that would follow – I mean, it's the most copied thing ever!
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I like statement flats that can take you from day to night.
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My shoes aren't minimalist, but they are about a new simplicity.
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For some reason, many designers are in fashion, but they don't love women. I love women, and I follow my clients on Instagram.
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I love art, being so close to the galleries, being by the water - and sunsets from the terrace.
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I design flats like I design heels: They must be seductive, beautiful and comfortable.