Quotes by Oleg Cassini

About Oleg Cassini:

Oleg Cassini was an American fashion designer born to an aristocratic Russian family with maternal Italian ancestry. He came to the United States as a young man after starting as a designer in Rome, and quickly got work with Paramount Pictures. Cassini established his reputation by designing for films.
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The best of life is to embark on an adventure with a woman interested in having an adventure with you.

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The first lady must be a leader. She must not be a follower.

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Be mobile at all times, even if it causes you suffering or feelings of loneliness. Unless you're willing to do that, you're never going to get the bigger rewards.

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I'm the first American designer who went all over the world.

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What is more important, the reality or the perception? I am perceived to be an important designer. It's enough for me.

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I was brought up in Florence, a beautiful medieval town whose rhythm is completely in antiquity.

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I have programmed myself to be at least 105 years old.

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A woman who laughs is a woman conquered.

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I drive my own horses in a race. And I always have.

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Every poor designer can go with things that are popular at the moment.

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My philosophy is this: Do not tamper with the anatomy of a woman's body; do not camouflage it.

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A first date should be elegant. In comfortable surroundings. A place with excellent food, where you can talk easily and get to know each other.

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A healthy mind and body are essential. No excesses. Proper food. The body is like a Rolls-Royce. With care, it could last 200 years. It's a dynamo; the more you use it, the more you recharge it.

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At the very beginning of my career, when I opened my business in Italy, I was also a ranked tennis player. I had won many tournaments. To be an athlete was my first choice. Second choice: designer. However! There was more money in being a designer at...

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You might say that I'm the Michelangelo of the dress business.

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Looks, health and elegance are what counts. Someone can look wonderful in a sweatsuit.

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Every time you choose a perfume, you are voting. And, of course, I hope you vote for me. Not only for my ego, but for my pocketbook. The more you buy, the more money I make.

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Clothes are designed for the media, because it's a great show.

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I am a great believer in luck.

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My goal in life was to pursue the good life.

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Author Bio

  • NameOleg Cassini
  • DescriptionAmerican fashion designer
  • BornApril 11, 1913
  • DiedMarch 17, 2006
  • CountryFrance; Russia; United States Of America
  • ProfessionCostume Designer