I didn't like the '80s at all; it was a vulgar moment of fashion.

I hope people will say, 'Mr. Valentino, he did something for fashion, no?'

I have my favourite fashion decade, yes, yes, yes: '60s. It was a sort of little revolution; the clothes were amazing but not too exaggerated.

I like things simple.

I am happy that thousands of students, young designers and fashion people will be able to see and study my work in every aspect of it.

I am especially grateful that I have been able to keep my own style over the decades, in spite of the many changes that have taken place in the world of fashion and in its business.