LIVE 24-SEVEN
YOU LOOK INCREDIBLE, WHAT ARE YOUR TOP BEAUTY TIPS?
the skinniest, but I feel blessed every day to have had such a successful career in such a tough industry. Back in my heyday, models weren't just models, we were international superstars. I had so much fun, travelled the world and made money that I would only dream about.
You famously invested your first million in property, a strong business move, were you advised to do that or was that your own initiative? Through modelling I had a lot of liquidity and decided to invest it in property, primarily in government repossessions or distressed situa- tions where they had to sell fast. I had a lot of cash therefore leveraged that to get the good deals and flip it for a profit. This was definitely my idea. My first house, I flipped it and doubled up. Very impressive! Very
impressive!
Let's talk about your By Caprice Home range and your gorgeous bedding; what excites you more, designing the ranges or the behind the scenes business, as you've agreed deals for international distribution and a significant UK deal too? I have somebody else CAD up the bedding design ideas then I will look at them and interject additional ideas or placements. However, I love the behind the scenes, I love doing the deals. Retail is such a hard space for everyone. There is no discrimination here. So to be making any kind of money in this space is a major achievement.
Your extensive modelling career must be a huge source of inspiration for your designs, you've worn, worked with and been photographed in some of the most coveted designs over the years? The world of fashion of course inspires me and my designers, because this is who I am and this is who my customer is. What's happening on the runway is our bible.
You are known as one of the most photographed women in the world, with over 350 covers, do you reflect fondly on your modelling career? You were part of a generation of models that were seen more as 'superstars' weren't you? You know what, I was never the most beautiful girl, or the tallest, or
II've met you several times at functions, one of which was a party at the Café de Paris London and despite being the 'star of the show' you swept up to me and complimented me on my outfit and jewellery and we swapped rings to try on! On every occasion that I've met you people have always commented on how down to earth and refreshing you are, do you think that grounded approach to life has played a part in your success? I don't know, but what I do know is that I'm not from a wealthy or privileged background. I don't believe in luck. I believe the harder you work the luckier you get. I have worked since I was 16 years old and I don't forget where I'm from. I appreciate every success that comes my way and I always wish success for those good people around me.
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