Do you consider yourself an icon?
I’ve been called that by people and I found it very flattering but I’ve never used it to describe myself.

When you were first getting started building your business empire, how were you able to balance being a boss with your party girl image?
If someone hasn’t met me yet, they automatically have their misconceptions about me. As soon as I am in a board room in front of them talking about my business, they immediately know I’m not the dumb blonde they thought I was.

What do you think you have to say to people who think that because you were born rich you didn’t earn your empire or that it was easy for you to get where you are today?
That’s a huge misconception. I’ve worked very hard and done all of this on my own. Plus, there are tons of other people in my position from privileged families who don’t do anything. I’m very blessed that my family instilled great work ethic and values in me. I didn’t have to work, I chose to, because I would never have been happy being just another trust fund kid who does nothing.



Would you ever think of doing another reality TV show?
It’s not a priority in my life right now. I get calls every day to do different reality shows, but I am very focused on my business and brand. However, if I really loved the concept, it is something I would think about.

We heard that you are all natural and have never even had Botox. What are your thoughts on plastic surgery?
Yes, I’m very proud that I am all natural and have never had anything done. I am very happy with myself. But I don’t judge others. People should do whatever makes them feel happy. It’s just not something I’ve ever wanted to do.

You are such a pioneer and the original it girl. Do you feel like a lot of these girls are copying what you did?
It makes me happy to be an inspiration to people. I am all about girl power and women being fierce and independent. So it’s nice to see women following my lead and doing things on their own instead of just depending on a man.

What is the weirdest thing you’ve ever read about yourself online?
There have been so many weird lies written about me, but one of the weirdest was when they wrote that I dated Michael Jackson.



Do you feel like you have a theme song? Like if you walked into a room and a song always had to play, what would it be?
“Stars Are Blind.” Every time I go to like clubs or parties, they always play it when I’m walking in the room, and I love that.

What are your favorite catch phrases now?
I still say “loves it” and “that’s hot,” but “hungry tiger” and “beyond” are my newer ones.

Now let’s talk about Paris for President — what would be on your docket for the first day if you were the one who was about to be headed to the White House?
The first thing I would do if I were President would be to throw a party for all the world leaders, in order to work toward world peace. Then, I would paint the white house pink.