I object to your referring to the average woman as a “real” woman; it implies those are the only women who are “real.” I’m certainly no model, but my proportions often require that I opt for 34- to 35-inch inseams. Your poor word choice implies I and those in my height range are somehow not women(i.e., “fake”).

Could you explain a little bit more about cultural styles? Since you’ve lived in many places around the world, you’ve certainly witnessed how each country or culture embraces fashion. America, it seems, has a reputation for laid back/sportswear (I mean among people who actually care. I’m not talking baggy t-shirts and shapeless shorts w/tennis shoes people), but what does that mean? And how is that different from what the English prefer or the Dutch or the French? Were there bigger differences in the past that have now disappeared with globalization?

When I think of American style, I think of JCrew or Ralph Lauren, but how are their lines different than, say, Burberry or Max Mara?

Any insight you provide would be most appreciated!