What is your mood and inspiration for today, on set with the KARL LAGERELD team?
It’s very emotional for me because I was very close to Karl. I’ve done many shoots with Karl himself over the years, and we always laughed a lot. I have all those memories imprinted in my brain. I hope this shoot is a beautiful tribute to him, because everything we do now is with him in our minds. And I don’t want to upset his expectations!
What is your first memory of Carine?
The first time I heard about her was through Karl, when we were doing a campaign shoot at Chanel. They styled my hair to the side and Karl said, “Oh my god, she looks like Carine!” and I asked, “Who is that?” We then started working together and shooting together, and we because a very nice group of colleagues and friends.
What do you enjoy about working with Carine?
For me it goes beyond talent at this point — it feels like family. There’s genius behind her and there’s history she brings around; she’s a natural born genius. She’s no copy-cat. She’s unique. She’s an icon of icons.
How do you describe your style in 3 words?
Casual. Couture. Unique.
Do you prefer getting dressed up or keeping it casual?
Dressed up.
What must-have pieces do you always pack in your suitcase?
Coat. Shoes. A t-shirt and a turtleneck.
Who would be your dream person to sit next to on an airplane?
Ideally not an airplane because I am scared of flying. But I would have loved to have met Mother Theresa of Calcutta to have a good chat about life, forgiveness and acceptance.
Where are you heading next on holiday?
To Africa with my family. We lived there for a long time when I was young and I want to bring my dad back, because he will be turning 81. I would like my dad to explain all his stories about Africa to my daughter, who is seven.
What is your favorite thing about Rome?
Rome is the eternal beauty. It’s my home, it’s where my roots are. I’ve only officially become a roman in the last four years. But there’s a very unique way of being a Roman, which is difficult to explain. It’s a cross between being ancient and moving on, and not letting things go.
What’s your current obsession?
I just came back from Bali, where I was traveling with my daughter. My obsession is not being obsessed about things.
Do you have a role model?
My mother. Growing up I saw her being a strong woman. Luckily these days being a woman is celebrated, but before you used to have to hide a lot. Now we can be a mother, a workaholic, a cooker, a lover. We can embrace our different roles. But growing up it wasn’t like that, but she was never scared to be all of these different things.
What’s your favorite song to boost your energy on set?
Because I come from the jungle, I listen a lot to this melancholic Mexican singer named Natalia Lafourcade.
Heels or flats?
Flat boots.
Books or movies?
Both. When I travel, I watch movies, but when I’m alone I prefer books.
Summer or winter?
Summer all the way!
Singing or dancing?
Dancing.
Day or night?
Night.
