Linda Evangelista Quotes

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Linda Evangelista

Profession : Model

Birth : May 10, 1965

I never, ever used my son for publicity. He'll have his say one day if he wants it. He'll have the last word. He has time to defend himself.

Linda Evangelista

Within two months I made the grand slam: covers of 'American Vogue', 'Italian Vogue', 'British Vogue', and 'French Vogue'.

Linda Evangelista

Sure, I like my short hair. It also quadrupled my rate. I did get sick of seeing it on everybody, though - every stewardess, every salesclerk, and in every restaurant.

Linda Evangelista

I'm part of a team that raises millions of dollars and raises awareness of HIV and AIDS all over the world.

Linda Evangelista

I had no illusions that my career would be any longer than three years tops.

Linda Evangelista

I know that sometimes the chemistry just isn't there between the model, photographer, hair and make-up. It's nobody's fault and you just have to do better next time.

Linda Evangelista

I have turned down so many major advertising bids because I think either the time isn't right or I'm not.

Linda Evangelista

Designers and photographers still want to work with me and I'm grateful for that. I don't know how long I'll carry on - as long as they'll have me.

Linda Evangelista

I don't get cast for every job and I understand that.

Linda Evangelista

Why would I be embarrassed about being Canadian? I'm very proud. We're just the nicest people. Everyone likes us.

Linda Evangelista

Fashion faux pas should be celebrated. I enjoy them because it means we're not all clones.

Linda Evangelista

Hair is the greatest thing to experiment with because it's not permanent. If I didn't like my colour, I'd just change it.

Linda Evangelista

People think modeling's mindless, that you just stand there and pose, but it doesn't have to be that way. I like to have a lot of input. I know how to wear a dress, whether it should be shot with me standing or sitting.

Linda Evangelista

On days when I do not work, I am working on my image. I have to hit the gym. I have beauty appointments. I have to work toward my next job and maintaining my image, just like an athlete.

Linda Evangelista