TED: Fashion and creativity - Isaac Mizrahi

The speaker discusses how insomnia fuels creativity, drawing inspiration from mistakes, movies, and colors. Personal stories highlight the role of astrology and tarot in decision-making. The speaker shares experiences in cabaret and fashion design, emphasizing the importance of boredom in creativity. Cooking is likened to design, showcasing a multifaceted approach to creativity.

What does the speaker attribute his creativity to?

• Music

• Travel

• Insomnia

• Research

What does the speaker find interesting in design?

• Perfectly crafted clothes

• Slightly mistaken or surprising designs

• Traditional patterns

• Bright colors

Which medium does the speaker find particularly inspiring?

• Sculptures

• Paintings

• Movies

• Books

How does the speaker view the portrayal of women in movies?

• As always positive

• As sometimes glorified or denigrated

• As irrelevant

• As always negative

What unusual method does the speaker use for inspiration?

• Following people with interesting shoes

• Visiting art galleries

• Reading historical books

• Listening to classical music

What motivates the speaker according to his experiences with astrology?

• Historical events

• Family traditions

• Scientific research

• Astrologers' advice

What does the speaker say about doing multiple things?

• It leads to perfection

• It is unnecessary

• It prevents boredom

• It causes confusion

What was the speaker's initial creative pursuit?

• Singing

• Making puppets

• Writing

• Painting

How does the speaker relate cooking to his work?

• By cooking for clients

• By using similar ingredients

• By following recipes

• By comparing it to serving food

What does the speaker say about his website?

• It's a fashion store

• It's a traditional blog

• It's a cooking site

• It's a polymathematical website