 She openly criticised what she called "The Circus of Fashion" in an article issued in "The New York Times" in 2013, denouncing the attitude of bloggers and stars followers of street style dressed like "peacocks" to draw the attention of photographers during Fashion week.During her marriage to David Spanier, she converted to Judaism, and now refrains from attending fashion shows that take place on Holy days.Accessible and curious, Menkes has a reputation for being eager to discuss fashion with young designers.