Betsey Johnson

"I used to design for my body, which was flat-chested with big hips. That's why my clothes were tight on top with full skirts."

"I hate to say it, but the truth is that the upscale line is where I get respect as a designer. The higher the price range, the higher the respect level from the industry, even though it's much easier to make a great $500 dress than a great $100 dress."

"Real success is being totally indulgent about your own trip. You put your blinders on about the garbage and go full speed ahead."

"With over 3 million women battling breast cancer today, everywhere you turn there is a mother, daughter, sister, or friend who has been affected by breast cancer."