- Designer | February 26, 1940 -
I learned French in Tunis, along with Arabic. I also learned French history. I knew the entire history of the kings of France. And I was fascinated by Versailles.
Azzedine Alaia
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I love film - it's like painting.
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In modelling, it's very hard to keep in touch with the people you knew when you started.
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A woman is like an actress: she's always onstage.
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In an ordinary suit and tie, I'd look like a little macho. I'd be ridiculous.
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As for success, I don't care for it. It is a fragile thing.
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You know Sarkozy offered me the Legion d'honneur medal? I refused. People said I refused because I don't like Sarkozy, but that's ridiculous. I refused because I don't like decorations - except on women.
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I am always in doubt; I am never sure of myself.
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I put myself on the same level as everyone else around me - from the directrice to the workman, everyone. Except my pets - they are the Kings; you must treat them like royalty.
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You have to take things with a lot of laughter. I laugh with everyone; this way, I will be able to die happy.
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I have been offered the highest paid contracts in the world. I refused them all. It's not my thing. I don't want to cheat people.
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There are certain people I am allergic to. I even intervene when I don't like a customer; I rush in and check all the names. If I don't like them, I don't take them.
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