You can't pretend that everybody likes Versace. It would be boring. It's better to create a reaction than to create no reaction. That's dangerous. Donatella Versace borecreatedangerous Change image and share on social
Powerful women intimidate men. If she's a really well-known woman, she has a career, she's famous - in that case, men are really afraid. Donatella Versace afraidcareercase Change image and share on social
It would be very easy for us to do a collection that everybody would like and not criticize. But criticism is a part of life. You have to take it. Donatella Versace collectioncriticismcriticize Change image and share on social
Let's just say beauty inspires me. But I like all beauty - I think it really comes from the inside out. Donatella Versace beautyinsideinspire Change image and share on social
The first thing I do each morning is get out of bed and give my dog, Audrey, a hug. She's a Jack Russell. I think having an animal is a wonderful thing, particularly dogs. They are great levelers, there's no nonsense with them, and they just want simple affection. Donatella Versace affectionanimalaudrey share on social
I love Alexander McQueen. I like the construction of his suits. I think it's fantastic. Donatella Versace alexanderconstructionfantastic Change image and share on social
I love the mix of people who hang out at nightclubs now. Their individuality is an inspiration to me. The music they listen to, the clothes they wear and the way they wear them defines a street style that I love. Donatella Versace clothedefinehang share on social
To define the era we live in is very difficult. How do we define it? We define it by music. Donatella Versace definedifficultera Change image and share on social
Fashion is about dreaming and making other people dream. Donatella Versace dreamfashionmake Change image and share on social
I think people need to see Prince live to really understand how remarkable he is. He has always been inspiring because he is never afraid to break rules or barriers or invent something new - and if you love fashion, then you need to be able to do that. Donatella Versace afraidbarrierbreak share on social
