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The queen of glamour tells us how she swapped modelling for the
world of fashion design, and found a fulfilling new way of life
words ANNA-MARIE CROWHURST photography DAVID ANTHONY
Caprice Bourret is getting her hair done. relocated to our shores 13 years ago, has
She knows exactly how it should look. No, catapulted her career from the glitzy world
she doesn’t want too much volume at the of modelling to her current position at
roots, she tells the hairstylist, she wants the helm of several fashion labels, which
soft, natural locks. The stylist nods – this include (deep breath) womenswear,
model and paparazzi darling has been swimwear, sleepwear, lingerie and
working it for the flashbulbs for years and footwear. We’re here today because she’s
knows her stuff. Not that Caprice is the type unveiling the latest collection of Glam by
of celeb that throws diva-ish hissy fits. She Caprice (that’s the dresses, keep up) which
arrives for our shoot with a make-up-free, will be stocked by Very (hurrah!).
naturally pretty face, dressed-down in jeans A sneaky peek through the sample rail
and Converse, greeting everyone down to shows this new offering is reliably chic,
the assistant with a cheerful “Hi there!”. with all of the pizzazz you would expect
While Ms Bourret may be as un starry as from Caprice. Jewel colours, sequins and
they come, she has proved she’s still a figure-loving cuts are all in abundance
professional woman who isn’t afraid to – just the sort of frocks you’d wear to
strive for what she wants, transforming her a wedding or party. “My customer loves
fortunes and rising to the dizzy heights of glamour – and I give it to ’em!” explains
owning a thriving fashion business. The the lady herself from the make-up chair.
Backless bow
detail sequin
Californian-born model, who has been a It's time to delve deeper into the world of
dress, £59
regular fixture in the media since she Caprice, so we cosy up to find out more…
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