I did have quite a different upbringing to a lot of my peers. We all have a sort of code that we get, especially as Beatles kids. It's an unspoken sort of word of understanding. But I'm comfortable around a lot of different types of people. Stella McCartney beatlescodecomfortable share on social
I love that you can have the language between the two worlds of technology and fashion, because I don't think that many designers get to do that. Stella McCartney designerfashionlanguage Change image and share on social
Pretending that the fashion industry isn't in part based on leather would be quite stupid of me, but at the same time, there is another way of doing things - even outside of leather. I don't use PVC either, for example, because it is harmful. Stella McCartney basefashionharmful share on social
What you wear in the evening is important for women because it's so personal, and it's so complicated to get it right. I like trousers for evening, especially when they have that width and attitude to them. Stella McCartney attitudecomplicateeven share on social
When I was about seven, I remember spending a lot of time in my parents' wardrobe trying on their bespoke suits. Stella McCartney bespeaklotparent Change image and share on social
Everyone can do simple things to make a difference, and every little bit really does count. Stella McCartney bitecountdifference Change image and share on social
The beliefs I was raised with - to respect animals and to be aware of nature, to understand that we share this planet with other creatures - have had a huge impact on me. Stella McCartney animalawarebelief Change image and share on social
I think I always dreamt of having a brand that really was represented globally, that had a voice - that had a clear voice and a clear vision that made women feel great about themselves. That really spoke to women on a personal level. And that women could wear. Stella McCartney brandcleardream share on social
I love a pocket. I'm about helping women look as good as possible on the least amount of effort. I want versatility and comfort. Clothes that can go from the office to anywhere. We're always trying on samples at work. If none of us would wear it, chances are no one else will. Stella McCartney amountchanceclothe share on social
I don't know, maybe I'm overly paranoid that they're going to be spoiled, but I want to keep them going as kids for as long as I can. I want to keep them innocent and free. Stella McCartney freeinnocentkid Change image and share on social
