I love and admire the American culture and the American dream. I learnt so many things about the American shoe industry and marketing strategies. I c…

- Diego Della Valle

I bought into Saks as a personal investment because, when I was a young man and went to America for the first time, it seemed to me that Saks was lik…

- Diego Della Valle

When I am walking in Central Park, I recognize the Italians. Because an Italian, even when he jogs, he's dressed perfect.

- Diego Della Valle

I am a liberal. I want everyone to be well.

- Diego Della Valle

My father wasn't absolutely delighted. He wanted me to become a lawyer. I studied law, but I thought the shoe business was more exciting.

- Diego Della Valle

Italian style is a natural attitude. It is about a life of good taste. It doesn't have to be expensive. Simple but with good taste. Luxury is possibl…

- Diego Della Valle

I need to have a quick wardrobe. Two or three blazers with dark gray pants, two pairs of jeans, two light blue shirts, a casual shirt, two pairs of s…

- Diego Della Valle

You try to be young, maybe you like to have a few toys, but it's not the most important thing in life.

- Diego Della Valle

When you work too much, you are boring - that is possible. But to have a happy life, if you can do several things in the correct way, that is perfect.

- Diego Della Valle