“Let’s talk about the fame. How has it changed you?”
I like to think that I haven’t changed much. My taste has always been rather refined, though I did go through an experimental ascot phase in high school that I’ve definitely grown out of.
“Why go into this specific career?”
I grew up passionate about a lot of different things. Music, writing, and obviously clothes. But I spent a significant amount of time in my childhood shadowing my mother at runway shows and photoshoots and fell in love with the fashion industry. I spent weekends as a teenager pulling fabrics and making my own clothes, so it only seemed right that I try my hand at making them for other people. Even though she’s passed, engrossing myself in the industry has brought me closer to my mother. I know that she’d be proud. And it seems to have worked out well for me, hasn’t it?
“What are the current projects you’re working on?”
My sophomore collection will show at New York Fashion Week in September. I’m currently filming guest spots on a few different reality competition shows – I’ve always wanted to try those extravagant cakes they always show on The Food Network. And I have a semi-secret project in the works that will be announced in the new few weeks.
“How do you feel about your fans?”
I’m very appreciative of their support, from the show to my first line and i can’t wait to see what they think of what’s coming next. I hope to make them proud.
“Speaking of fans, what is your most memorable fan encounter?”
The first time I saw someone that wasn’t famous wearing one of my pieces. Working as a personal designer and stylist, most of my current clothes are custom for celebrity clients. Seeing a fan wearing something that I designed – a jacket from my first collection – made everything more real than it had been before.
“How’s your personal life? Are you seeing anybody special?”
I’m too busy for a personal life, so, no, there isn’t anyone special at the moment. Not to say that I’m entirely opposed to the idea.
“How does it feel to be in the limelight with paparazzi watching your every move?”
It’s not entirely unfamiliar, though I will never get used to the blinding flash of cameras in the dark. I’m not sure what’s so interesting about stepping out for a coffee, but I’ve learned to mostly ignore it.
