7 Quotes & Sayings By Thom Browne

Owner of the Thom Browne fashion label, the designer/entrepreneur is known for his minimalist, eclectic style. Browne has been nominated three times for the CFDA Womenswear Designer of the Year Award. Browne has also served as creative consultant to Calvin Klein and Ralph Lauren. He was named one of Time magazine's 100 most influential people in 2009.

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I love the idea of things being strict and things being uniform. That's the reason why I surround each collection with humor or irony. I want to make sure that it's not too serious and that there is some element that throws it off because otherwise that would make it really boring. There's always a story that's somewhat fantastical. Thom Browne
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I was asked to design the tuxedo for Mr. Peanut. They're rebranding him. That was probably the most interesting request. I didn't spend a long time considering it. Thom Browne
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It is so important to be really true to yourself in design, and I am. Thom Browne
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It's sad that the cell phone is replacing the watch as a time-telling device. I wear a vintage watch that's really skinny. Thom Browne
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I want to put concepts in front of people that make them laugh or smile or even hate what I do. I'm not interested in just putting clothes in stores. Thom Browne
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My dad was an attorney. The last thing he ever thought about was clothes, and yet somehow he always looked good. Thom Browne