Linda Evangelista quotes

Linda Evangelista is a Canadian supermodel widely regarded as one of the most influential models of the 1990s. Known for her versatility and ability to transform her look, she became a muse for many top fashion designers. She remains a fashion icon and advocate for model rights. Here are 35 of her quotes:

We have this saying, Christy and I. We don't wake up for less than $10,000 a day.

Linda Evangelista

When people ask how have I kept on top, I have to say with the help of every photographer, make-up artist and hairdresser I've ever worked with.

Linda Evangelista

I don't get out of bed for less than $10,000 a day.

Linda Evangelista

I did that Dior Couture 60th anniversary show in July. It took so long to get ready, I think I would have rather been watching.

Linda Evangelista

God help anyone who disobeys my recycling system. I have all the separated bins. I'm very adamant about it because I try to be a good citizen of the world, I really do. I even use eco-friendly cleaning products, but sometimes you just have to break open the disinfectant. Some jobs require it.

Linda Evangelista

On days when I do not work, I am working on my image.

Linda Evangelista

I can do anything you want me to do so long as I dont have to speak.

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 up or sitting.

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

When I started in the business, I was told I had three good years in me.

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

I feel like those words are going to be engraved on my tombstone. It was brought up every single time I did an interview. I apologized for it; I acknowledged it; I said it was true; I said it was a joke. Do I regret it? I used to regret. Not anymore. I don't regret anything anymore. Would I hope that I would never say something like that ever again? Yes. Am I capable of saying something like that again? I hope not.

Linda Evangelista

Being a rock star was out of the question. I can't sing.

Linda Evangelista

I don't diet. I just don't eat as much as I'd like to.

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

We don't vogue, we are 'Vogue'.

Linda Evangelista

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

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

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

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

I love, love, love fashion so much. That's why I became a model in the first place.

Linda Evangelista

When I work, it can be a 16-hour day.

Linda Evangelista