Marlo Hampton by Will Sterling for DENIM Magazine Holiday 2012.
Check out the Interview:
So what or who made you love fashion as a teen?
“As a teen I was in and out of foster care; so having the best fashion was something that seemed unattainable. I didn’t win Best Dressed, but I understood at an early age I couldn’t afford certain kinds of clothing when I was growing up. But, what I do remember about my mother was that she loved nice things. At times, when we did get clothes; we would get them from a second hand store. And she always kept us clean and extremely polished.
What designers can you not live without?
“I think this may be sort of obvious, and a little birdie might have let you know… all things CHANEL. I am very partial to their clothes because CoCo Chanel was an Orphan. I can relate to that. She didn’t have parents to raise her, but look at what she’s overcome. Her story reminds me of mine. She had humble beginnings but Chanel is the Queen of Fashion, all of their pieces are classy and timeless!
What designer would you want to collaborate with on a collection? Would it be high end or price friendly?
“I would love to work with the designers of J. Crew. Their pieces are simply stunning and they have a good mix of everything. Our collection would be what I call “Fashion Affordable.” Nice pieces, for an affordable price, with great style, trend but quality material. There would be something for everyone. We all deserve a piece of Marlo.”
How many handbags do you have?
“Now that is a tough question. I haven’t counted, but I do know too many for sure … actually, I take that back; a girl can never have too many bags”!
What is the most you have ever spent on a bag or was gifted?
“I am always working on my etiquette, lol and a lady never tells prices unless you want to buy one yourself. However, my crocodile Hermes Birkin is my most expensive handbag”!
What fashion accessories does a women need to be fabulous?
“The one accessory that EVERY women needs to be Fabulous is CONFIDENCE. it’s the one accessory that’s Priceless. Money can’t buy it and as long as you wear that; nothing else matters”!
Would you ever give your daughter or son a Birkin bag?
“I would absolutely gift my daughter one under one condition, that it was EARNED! A Birkin is way too expensive just to “give” so if she earned a college degree, was getting married, or achieved a milestone in her life worthy of such a nice bag”
Every woman deserves at least one nice bag whether it’s a Birkin or another bag of their choice.
Have you ever seen other girlfriends’ collections of shoes or bags and felt I have nothing on theirs
“I don’t covet anyone’s achievements or closets! Lol! I applaud all women who are enjoying their luxuries and if they have great taste, then we need to go in to their closet and play dress up with a glass of wine and have a good time”!
Last year, you took one of your best friends Daniel/stylist/ assistant to Paris for Fashion-Week. Tell me how was it to do that for someone else who is as passionate as you are about fashion?
“It was amazing and truly rewarding for both of us. Being a lover of fashion, Paris Fashion-Week is something that is a must. I spent a week in London and then Daniel came over to join me in Paris for an additional week. We shopped until we dropped (literally) or until my cards daily limit was reached. lol. His eye for fashion is amazing; not having him accompany me in the fashion capital of the world seems absurd. We were treated like royalty and I can’t wait to do it all again soon”!
I understand you gave 20 families turkeys along with meals through your Simply Giving campaign. What are you doing for Christmas?
“It’s my way of “Simply Giving Back” to families during the holidays or a special time of the year. I was able to bless 20 needy families for Thanksgiving with a full meal and all the fixins. I will also be giving back during Christmas and recruiting my Glam It Up girls to show them what it means to give back and do good service at at a soup kitchen”
Like most other women around the world is Vogue magazine your second bible?
“Hmmm, while Vogue is an amazing magazine which I read monthly, I would have to say it’s a fair toss-up between Harper’s Bazaar and Elle. Let’s just consider each publication as a different book in the fashion bible.”
What was your first high-end buy?
“My first high-end buy would probably have to be a Gucci bag in college. It was very special at the time because I worked for it, saved my money and bought it!
Since we are in your closet right now give me one fashion secret that you can’t live without?
“ELECTRICAL TAPE. It’s an instant breast lift without surgery. Makes your Breasts look real nice and perky”!
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Source: The YBF
December 17, 2012 2:34 pm
Why am I confused something is distracting about her face or maybe her personality makes me itch!
December 17, 2012 2:38 pm
Electrical tape wow thanks for that tip!
December 17, 2012 2:52 pm
hot. love the hair and shoes..
December 17, 2012 2:54 pm
She has a great personal stylist!!!! I just hope her CPA and stockbroker is just as good.
December 17, 2012 3:03 pm
she looks like Tiffany NEW YORK from flava flavvvvvvvvv!!!! just a pretty one i guess.
December 17, 2012 3:11 pm
idk if its her makeup or the lighting but im not feelin these photos
December 17, 2012 3:19 pm
The airbrushing is doing the most in these pictures and she sounds incredibly shallow and superficial.
Also, should I address the elephant in the room??? How does she make her money?? *crickets*
December 17, 2012 3:42 pm
Lola, I was just thinking the same thing! I know it shouldn’t matter and it is none of my business but, I couldn’t help but wonder.
December 17, 2012 3:47 pm
Definitely question how she makes her money but as far as style, she is definitely one of the people I admire. She has some really great pieces and she knows how to put them together
December 17, 2012 3:54 pm
Marlo Hampton is an escort. A well paid prostitute with great taste.
You know the media wants us all to grow up and be whores, right?
December 17, 2012 4:00 pm
I’m only gonna focus on the fashion……so Marlo is killing it, i love it!
December 17, 2012 4:01 pm
I love Marlo Hampton. Thank you so much for featuring her and I hope to see more of her on this site in the future.
December 17, 2012 4:13 pm
Something is alway off about her… Her clothes are wearing her.
December 17, 2012 4:14 pm
GO MARLOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!! heart her!
December 17, 2012 4:16 pm
I am not inspired. The end.
December 17, 2012 4:16 pm
Fashion wise – she has a great wardrobe. She tends to go a little overboard with the accessories and advertising the brand she wears, but overall I like her style. How she makes her money = none of my business.
December 17, 2012 4:17 pm
She looks HAWTTT! Even w/o the airbrushing, she’s beautiful!
December 17, 2012 4:24 pm
Marlo looks FAB !!! Yall better stop hating !!! lol
December 17, 2012 4:26 pm
I don’t wanna know how she makes her loot. I love her clothes.Dang, I wish I knew her well to borrow an outfit or two which I will mess and won’t be able to pay her back.
December 17, 2012 5:09 pm
I LOVE Ms. Marlo Hampton. She’s one of my fashion inspirations right now. I miss her on RHOA this season, hope she comes back next season. Between her, Nene, crazy Kenya and Porsha… Oh boy. Lol
December 17, 2012 5:52 pm
Marlo has great style! I’m not sure what goes on in her personal life, but the fashions are always on point. I too am disappointed she’s not on RHWOA. She’s hilarious and was giving those chicks a run for their money. Maybe next season…
December 17, 2012 6:46 pm
I love Marlo’s style….hope you feature her more going forward. The shoes are so hot!
December 17, 2012 7:51 pm
Some of the photos are overly photoshopped.
December 17, 2012 8:04 pm
Just another whore with great taste in fashion….NEXT!
December 17, 2012 9:18 pm
This was a really cute interview and fabulous clothing!
December 17, 2012 9:32 pm
Well, her outfits were nice
December 17, 2012 9:41 pm
I LoVE Marlo, she has great taste. Yal can say whatever about her but she slays her opponents, kills it in fashion, and her home decor is to die for. If I had her $ I would buy similar pieces she have, I swear we have the same eye for fashion.
December 17, 2012 9:54 pm
Love her.
December 17, 2012 10:33 pm
I’ve seen these outfits before…she’s wearing two outfits Kim K. wore…
December 17, 2012 10:45 pm
She always has a true sense of style…loving these looks.
December 17, 2012 11:07 pm
I just can’t . She f’s for handbags and other stuff. when she gets off her back and stops dropping every label name she can think of then I’ll have some respect. We need to stop glorifying nasty women
December 17, 2012 11:08 pm
what and why
December 17, 2012 11:34 pm
Those skinny red pumps are giving me life while simultaneously killing me with the thought of the pain they must be causing.
December 18, 2012 8:12 am
looks nice and love her style……beautiful smile
December 18, 2012 9:12 am
I love Marlo #guilty
December 18, 2012 9:21 am
YEEESSSS Marlo!!
December 18, 2012 9:34 am
she can dress!!
December 18, 2012 9:46 am
She has a bad body for her age…..but her personality….moving on…..
December 18, 2012 10:31 am
I live and die for ALLL things Fabulous and Marlo embodies those things!! Does she have a lot of shit with her? definetly! but u cant deny the fact that she can work a piece of fabric like no ones business! not #teammarlo but #teamfabulous
December 18, 2012 1:30 pm
I wanted to hate her but I love her “image”. lol! We all know what she does for her real living, so I’ll just look at the “fashions” haha
December 18, 2012 1:54 pm
Some of you are so judgemental that it is disgusting. I am going to attribute the name calling to a need to feel better than someone who may be suspect but nonetheless is gorgeous and stylish with an amazing taste level. The funny thing is that Marlo has a great home and a great closet …she’s said in the past that these things are to make up for the family she never had…have you all no compassion to see that there is no need to drag someone who beneath the surface may be emotionally more broken than most of us.
December 18, 2012 2:02 pm
She was styled by J. Bolin!! He did a great job!
December 18, 2012 7:21 pm
Electrical Tape! Yup she’s not lying. But it hurt’s like hell! I like Marlo
December 19, 2012 12:11 pm
I hate that Marlo used the “F” word cause I really wanted her to stay on RHOA. Nevertheless, I love women who are over the top like her…whether it’s Kimora or Mariah or Tamar or MYSELF. I love an extra a** diva!
December 19, 2012 12:35 pm
Ummm yea…back to the fashion aspect of the conversation.
She stays fly. I remember those glitter Loubs she had on when she was making in rain in Africa. “In my sheep voice* Baaaaad Baaaaad