47 Edna Mode Quotes from ‘The Incredibles'' Legendary Character

Edna Mode started as a minor character in "The Incredibles," but her captivating personality soon enchanted audiences. Get to know her more by reading her 47 quotes below.

The animated Edna Mode, a supporting character in "The Incredibles" franchise, is a fashion designer. Many believe she is based on the famous fashion industry force Anna Wintour.

Her primary focus is creating costumes for superheroes, and she is highly dedicated to her craft. With her sassy attitude and penchant for referring to others as "dahling," she quickly became a fan favorite. Read 47 of her most iconic quotes below.

Edna Mode’s quote: "Well, I am sure I don't know, darling. Luck favors the prepared." | Image: AmoDays

Edna Mode Insightful Quotes

"I never look back, dahling. It distracts from the now." — Edna Mode

"Yes, words are useless. Gobble, gobble, gobble." ― Edna Mode

"Go! Confront the problem! Fight! Win!" ― Edna Mode

"Well, I am sure I don't know, darling. Luck favors the prepared." ― Edna Mode

"Keep your fingers above the sheets. We only change 'em once a week!" ― Edna Mode

Edna Mode’s quote: "I never look back, dahling. It distracts from the now." | Image: AmoDays

Edna Mode Quotes about Children

"Leave him? Here? I am not a baby person, Robert! I am not cut out for baby's facilities! I am an artist; I don't have time for any of this!" — Edna Mode

"There are no illegitimate children. There are only illegitimate parents!" ― Edna Mode

"Of course, you can leave the baby overnight. I'm sure filling in for Helen is challenging, and you are very tired, and the other children need you and miss you, and you must go to them. Auntie Edna will take care of everything, so drive safely and goodbye. I enjoy our visits." — Edna Mode

"Do you remember Thunderhead? Tall, storm powers? Nice man, good with kids." — Edna Mode

"I didn't know the baby's powers, so I covered the basics." — Edna Mode

Edna Mode’s quote: "Any solution involving cookies will inevitably result in the demon baby." | Image: AmoDays

"Done properly, parenting is a heroic act. Done properly! I am fortunate that it has never afflicted me." — Edna Mode

"I understand your lack of sleep is confusing you, Robert. Babies can be anything, and your child is no exception. Shows unlimited potential, Robert. That's why I worked in a creative fever. Auntie E has stayed up all night, making sure you look fabulous in your uniform." — Edna Mode

"Any solution involving cookies will inevitably result in the demon baby." — Edna Mode

"I often work to music, and I noticed the baby responds to it as well. Specifically Mozart." — Edna Mode

Edna Mode Fashion Quotes

"Fine. I will also fix the hobo suit." ― Edna Mode

Edna Mode’s quote: "You need a new suit, that much is certain." | Image: AmoDays

"And it can also withstand a temperature of over 1000 degrees. Completely bulletproof." ― Edna Mode

"No capes!" ― Edna Mode

"Yes, yes, marvelous suit, dahling, much better than those horrible pajamas he used to wear." ― Edna Mode

"You need a new suit, that much is certain." ― Edna Mode

Edna Mode’s quote: "Fine. I will also fix the hobo suit." | Image: AmoDays

"That is why I show you my work! That is why you are here!" ― Edna Mode

"This is a horrible suit, darling. You can't be seen in this. I won't allow it. Fifteen years ago, maybe, but now?" ― Edna Mode

"Milan, darling. Milan. Supermodels. Heh! Nothing super about them… spoiled, stupid little stick figures with poofy lips who think only about themselves. Feh! I used to design for gods!" ― Edna Mode

"Oh, pish-posh, darling. Your bill will be covered by my fee for being Mr. Incredible, Elastigirl, and Frozone's exclusive designer throughout the known universe and until the end of time. But babysitting this one, I do for free, darling." ― Edna Mode

"Blended kevlar with carbide for durability under duress and comfort also. Interwoven with these fabrics are a mesh of tiny sensors that monitor the baby's physical properties." ― Edna Mode

Edna Mode’s quote: "This is designed by Vincento? Explain yourself!" | Image: AmoDays

"And machine washable, dahling. That's a new feature." ― Edna Mode

"Your boy's suit I designed to withstand enormous friction without heating up or wearing out, a useful feature. Your daughter's suit was tricky, but I finally created a sturdy material that can disappear completely as she does. Your suit can stretch as far as you can without injuring yourself and still retain its shape. Virtually indestructible, yet it breathes like Egyptian cotton." ― Edna Mode

"Although I have doubtlessly exceeded your expectations for a single night's work. The suit and device contain a few more features we need to discuss." — Edna Mode

"This is designed by Vincento? Explain yourself! " — Edna Mode

Edna Mode Funny Quotes

"Men at Robert's age are often unstable… prone to weakness." ― Edna Mode

Edna Mode’s quote: "My God, you've gotten fat." | Image: AmoDays

"You're just a [expletive]-stain on the panties of life." ― Edna Mode

"I cut it a little roomy for free movement; the fabric is comfortable for sensitive skin." ― Edna Mode

"The human race is responsible for the unemployment? I never would've guessed. All this time, I kept thinking it was somebody else." ― Edna Mode

"You can't! It's impossible! I'm far too busy, so ask me now before I can become sane." ― Edna Mode

"My God, you've gotten fat." — Edna Mode

More Edna Mode Quotes

Edna Mode’s quote: "The human race is responsible for the unemployment? I never would've guessed. All this time, I kept thinking it was somebody else." | Image: AmoDays

"You push too hard, dahling! But I accept!" ― Edna Mode

"Fascinating! Are-are you seeing this, Robert?" ― Edna Mode

"Too much of it, dahling, too much!" ― Edna Mode

"Do you 'know' where he is?" ― Edna Mode

"Don't make me beg, darling, I won't do it, you know!" ― Edna Mode

Edna Mode’s quote: "You can't! It's impossible! I'm far too busy, so ask me now before I can become sane." | Image: AmoDays

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"Stratogale! April 23rd, '57. Cape caught in a jet turbine." ― Edna Mode

"No? Well, he'll look fabulous anyway." ― Edna Mode

"The fire retardant is blackberry-lavender, darling. Effective, edible, and delicious." ― Edna Mode

Edna Mode’s quote: "Men at Robert's age are often unstable… prone to weakness." | Image: AmoDays

"Go check the electric fence or something!" ― Edna Mode

"It will be bold. Dramatic! Heroic!" ― Edna Mode

"You know the name of the game, girls… control. COMPLETE… control." ― Edna Mode

"This is Edna." ― Edna Mode

"Yes, I know, dahling." ― Edna Mode

Edna Mode’s quote: "Go check the electric fence or something!" | Image: AmoDays

Edna became so beloved amongst audiences that she was eventually given her own short in 2018. The brief focuses on the fashion guru babysitting Jack-Jack, a baby boy with superpowers and the youngest of "The Incredibles" family.

The short was rated 7.1 out of 10 on IMDb, with an audience score of 100% on Rotten Tomatoes. Get to know another beloved and strong character on a deeper level by reading these 35 Morticia Addams quotes.