Nina Garcia quotes

People always ask me if I could live in any other era what would it be, and I tell them none! I feel so lucky to live in an age where technology has changed and continues to change and make life so much more exciting. It keeps everyone young and constantly learning new things. (Nina Garcia)
My style is about making things last forever. When you're on a budget, it can be daunting to spend $300 on a pair of boots or a coat. But such basics are the building blocks from which your look is crafted. View quote
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It's refreshing to see a woman who can artfully weave her individuality into an otherwise safe ensemble. View quote
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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. View quote
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If you look back in history of the women who are most memorable and most stylish, they were never the followers of fashion. They were the ones who were unique in their style, breakers of the rules. They were authentic, genuine, original. They were not following the trends. View quote
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I think my Latino culture has equipped me with a different point of view than the rest of my counterparts, and seeing things from a different angle has helped me a lot. I feel very proud of my culture, of my Latino heritage. View quote
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It's interesting because we live in a country where the obesity is so enormous. And then the reflection on the runways is girls that are so thin. So there's two extremes that are almost like a reflection of themselves, and it's very hard to be in the middle with girls that are just healthy. View quote
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We all get a little rush of excitement at the prospect of buying a brand-new outfit for a first date, but this is not the time. You're much better off wearing clothes, shoes especially, that you've already tested. View quote
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Style is about fun. True style is not about having a closet full of expensive and beautiful things - it is instead about knowing when, where, and how to utilize your collection. View quote
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Nothing is more alluring to a man than a woman who looks good in her jeans. View quote
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Like most people, I've grown a lot more sophisticated in my style choices. I know myself and what suits me better now than I did when I was much younger and feel more comfortable in my own skin. (Nina Garcia)
My nightmare of nightmares is being overdressed for a casual event - I've done it! You have to have a real sense of what you want to communicate. View quote
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I grew up with a fashion-obsessed mother and an older sister, so there was a lot of fashion in my house. The first thing I remember owning was a Pierre Cardin jumpsuit when I was 9 or 10; of course I didn't actually buy it, but I fell in love with it. View quote
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If you invest in something a little more expensive with longevity, you'll use it more. View quote
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I'm a big believer that accessories can make or break a look. View quote
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I'm very classic and structural. I love clean lines and interesting, modern details. But I'm all about being streamlined - less is more. View quote
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Fashion is an expression of a time, of a place, of history. It's putting things into context. View quote
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Style is really very personal. It's kind of timeless. Style is really about how you put yourself together. It's something very personal. View quote
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Fashion is just an interpretation of the culture around us. View quote
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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. View quote
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You can find a mentor; you have to ask questions, you have to show interest in what the other person is doing. You have to have curiosity - I think that people appreciate that and will want to help you. (Nina Garcia)
When I come home, I need to feel instantly disconnected. In the rest of my life, I feel overstimulated. Here, I want things to be serene and unfussy, full of objects I love - but not too many of them. View quote
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I do not do selfies! That's a tough one because I don't do selfies, but I think it's all about personal style. The more outrageous, the better. View quote
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As always, work with your figure; draping, pleats, and proportion can work miracles when it comes to hiding flaws and enhancing assets. View quote
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I am always being stopped for style advice, and I love it! The way we dress says so much about ourselves, and I love when I can help others take control of that. View quote
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