麻豆传媒映画fashion blogger Cara McLeay was feted in style when she was flown to New York as part of the Harpers Bazaar and Est茅e Lauder Fabulous At Any Age competition. Not only was the 27-year-old MacLeay (A Fashion Love Affair) the finalist for women in their 20s, but she was also the overall winner. It was an extraordinary experience, one that will be topped only by the story about her in the magazines October edition. WE got a chance to ask McLeay about her win via email over the weekend.
When you started the blog did you ever think youd be a style icon?
I started my blog in January 2011 as a creative outlet and as a way to connect with other fashion lovers. I never imagined the blog would grow as much as it has, and that I would have the opportunities it has allowed.I have met wonderful people and worked with great companies, and have now had the honour of winning this award. I never thought I would be considered a style icon, but it is exciting to know that I can inspire others with what I do.
Where do you get your inspiration from?
I am constantly finding inspiration in my fellow bloggers, in magazines and of course, on the street!Harpers Bazaar has a fantastic street style feature on their website; I visit it weekly. I am also a huge Pinterest fan it is the perfect way to keep all of your inspirations organized and easy to reference.
What does this win mean for you?
It was a dream to be selected as a finalist, and I am honestly still in shock that I am the grand prize winner.I think the idea of celebrating and sharing that women are Fabulous At Every Age is an inspiring concept, and to have had the opportunity to meet and work with the team behind it all at Harpers Bazaar andEst茅e Lauderwas such a privilege.
Why, as a young fashionista, do you identify with Harpers Bazaar and Estee Lauder?
I am drawn to Harpers Bazaar because it is one of the few magazines that still primarily focuses on fashion first.I am a huge fan of Joanna Hillman, the senior fashion market editor she is all over my Pinterest! I identify with Est茅e Lauder because they promote natural, healthy skincare, and their message that every woman can be beautiful is so positive and so true.I also love that they recently brought on Emily Schuman (author of Cupcakes and Cashmere) as their guest blogger.She creates wonderful tutorials that make you think outside the box when it comes to make-up.
What does it mean to be fabulous at any age?
Knowing and being comfortable with ones self exudes confidence, which is key to any woman looking fabulous.This quote by Yves Saint Laurent sums up my feeling perfectly:Over the years I have learned that what is important in a dress is the woman who is wearing it.
What is out for the season?
Super low-rise jeans.
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