Truman Capote Quotes

I don't think I'm a good ol' boy. Honestly, the last thing I am is a redneck. I like silk sheets, fancy cars, beautiful women, good whiskey.

I grew up in a home where diamonds were the subject.

Riches have never fascinated me, unless combined with the greatest charm or distinction.

My interest in society - at times so pronounced that the word 'snob' comes a little to mind - derives from the fact that I like an immense number of things which society, money, and position bring in their train: painting, tapestries, rare books, smart dresses, dances, gardens, country houses, correct cuisine, and pretty women.

People say I'm a gold digger, but do you see me wearing gold? No. I'm wearing diamonds.

People always ask me if I believe diamonds are a girl's best friend. Frankly, I don't.

I could say diamonds are a girl's best friend, and that never changes. But the taste for art did change.

I don't really want a film as a present; you can get me a diamond ring.

Big girls need big diamonds.

In fact, I'd just like to own something. Everyone thinks I'm glamorous, rich and famous but all I've got is some recording equipment and a battered old BMW.

James Bond is quite serious about his drinks and clothing and cigarettes and food and all that sort of thing. There is nothing wry or amused about James Bond.

Money doesn't buy class.

My mom has given me my sense of style. She has taught me how individual style is so beautiful, what you appreciate on someone else might not be good for you. For her, style is all about being comfortable, and she has an innate sense of sophisticated style.

Diamonds - that'll shut her up... for a minute!

I love jewelry - gold and diamonds. I'm a woman.

My mom told us that we should have good shoes, a good suit, and a watch, so I was running around at age 10 looking like a little old man. But somehow I grew to understand that a watch is a representation of myself, of my culture, taste, awareness and aesthetic.

I think the saying that diamonds are a girl's best friend can't be truer. Which girl doesn't love diamonds?

It's a lot of bling to play with. You got to have the bling.

A woman can be over dressed but never over elegant.

I am none of those nonsensical fools that can whine and make romantic love--I leave that to younger brothers. Let my estate speakfor me.

The boor covers himself, the rich man or the fool adorns himself, and the elegant man gets dressed.

Diamonds are a girls bestfriend

Fashion is gentility running away from vulgarity and afraid of being overtaken

It is not money that makes you well dressed: it is understanding.

A well-cut dress is my personal style. I definitely like it classic; less is more. The thing I despise most is vulgarity.