The iconic designer, potter, and author talks about his dichotomous personality, creating a line of mezuzahs, why he supports circumcision, and so much more

Known for his tasteful gaudiness—and Barbra Streisand’s memorable 1969 Oscars outfit—the Montreal-born fashion icon believed you never had to tone down to move up

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