People are afraid because I’m candid. They’re always worried I’m going to get into trouble.
Steve Madden
You have to be a little contrite to get redemption.
Steve Madden
I am guilty of stupidity, arrogance, and greed.
Steve Madden
I don’t fret much about the natural life spans of shoe companies. If stores don’t do the right things, they cease to exist, and that doesn’t trouble me at all.
Steve Madden
So much of design is context.
Steve Madden
Growing is an important part of the business, but more important than that is to get better.
Steve Madden
You need to define yourself in the marketplace.
Steve Madden
My strengths as a businessman lie in the design and sale of women’s shoes, and I have never been comfortable with complicated or technical legal or business documents.
Steve Madden
I could design an $800 shoe line; it’s easy. You use the best materials and you can make beautiful shoes. It’s easier than making great shoes for $90.
Steve Madden
There are a lot of people who get support from a thriving business.
Steve Madden
I’ve been making shoes my whole life.
Steve Madden
I’d like to work with Damien Hirst.
Steve Madden
I’m a New York story.
Steve Madden