I grew up in the Alps and France, and Barbie was my first exposure to the American woman. For me she was blonde, she was free and she was fun. – Catherine Malandrino
Every woman in America has a French dream in her head, especially a Parisian one. – Catherine Malandrino
When you love somebody, it’s like in a couple – you want to create something. Sometimes, it’s a baby. – Catherine Malandrino
Fur is my default, my indulgence. All human beings and myself have a lot of defaults. Many indulgences. – Catherine Malandrino
I knew from my youngest age I wanted to be a fashion designer. I was always draping fabric and working with color palettes. – Catherine Malandrino
Fashion responds to the economic climate by providing a way to lift a woman’s spirits. – Catherine Malandrino