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
I am very aware of my family name. I'm very aware of the legacy that that kind of carries with it. And I think that I didn't want to lose any kind of hold of that. And I think once you're born into something that you're proud of and that you're aware of, you don't take it lightly. Stella McCartney awarebearcarry share on social
I think deep down I'm spiritual, but there's nothing I practice. Stella McCartney deeppracticespiritual Change image and share on social
I can honestly say this industry hasn't made me neurotic about my looks, except maybe my weight. I hope my clothes kind of reflect that. They're meant to make you feel good. Stella McCartney clothefeelgood 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'm obsessed with not chucking away food. I'm lucky enough to have a gardener, so we grow sweetcorn, tomatoes, beetroots, cabbages, pumpkins, lettuce. I'm trying to get into blanching it and freezing so I don't have to buy veg over the winter, but then you need loads of freezers, and that's not ideal. Stella McCartney beetrootblanchbuy share on social
I think the fact that my parents weren't conventional - especially considering their position - had a big influence on the way that I conduct myself now in design and business. It had a huge impact on my wanting to do something a bit more than just designing a pretty dress and putting it on a runway and making it glamorous. Stella McCartney bigbitebusiness share on social