My mother taught me that it is important to be prepared for a last-minute polish.

Looking feminine is important to me. My personal style is fairly traditional. I was definitely influenced by my mother, who always looks elegant, and by Estee's classic style; she was always in Givenchy or Ungaro.

Be prepared and be honest.

Just because something is on trend doesn't mean you have to embrace it. You can look at it and admire it, but that doesn't mean you have to wear black nail polish or red lipstick.

Forewarned, forearmed; to be prepared is half the victory.

My mom has always been kind of my backbone. She keeps me strong. She is a mother, a friend. She is really everything to me.