I was obsessed with fashion when I was young. I thought fashion meant fashion design, and I thought I wanted to be a designer at some point. Nina Garcia designdesignerfashion Change image and share on social
I'm very classic and structural. I love clean lines and interesting, modern details. But I'm all about being streamlined - less is more. Nina Garcia classiccleandetail Change image and share on social
My mother was a very big inspiration. She loved fashion. I loved art in school, and I was very good at drawing. I could sit at the table forever and just dream up collections and draw. Nina Garcia artbigcollection Change image and share on social
I lived in South America when I was growing up. I spent hours sketching. I was good at drawing, and I was obsessed with fashion, but I was also obsessed with magazines. Nina Garcia americadrawfashion Change image and share on social
If my closet were burning, it'd be my collection of jackets I would save - they always make me feel pulled-together. Nina Garcia burnclosetcollection Change image and share on social
I'll admit it, the grunge trend doesn't really speak to me. I get why other people like it, but it's just not my style. Don't get me wrong, I love layering, but I like it when it is done with a little more polish and sophistication. Nina Garcia admitgrungelayer share on social
Many of my friends and colleagues are in the public eye, so they have to pay close attention to what they wear. But every woman needs to stay on her toes in this era of cell-phone cameras and Facebook. Nina Garcia attentioncameracell share on social
I've had to adapt my wardrobe to my various roles, both at the office, as a mom, and for television. When I shop for the season I look for pieces that will suit every facet of my daily life, not just one single occasion. Nina Garcia adaptdailyfacet share on social
I have seen everything possible covered in studs and grommets. Also, what I call angry shoes: those platforms with the multiple buckles and studs. I think the polished girl is back. Nina Garcia angrybackbuckle Change image and share on social
Sweaters are a closet staple. They look great under a leather vest or with a pair of tailored trousers. Nina Garcia closetgreatleather Change image and share on social
