© Harper Smith |
Age: 29
Ethnicity: American but to be specific Irish, finish, Dutch and English
Currently live: Los Angeles but moving soon.
Day job (what pays the bills): Modeling and Commercials
Hobbies:
My hobbies have changes since I'm pregnant. Right now I'm reading books and looking at blogs about women who are pregnant and have kids. If I'm not doing that I'm spending time with my man.
Aspirations:
To be an awesome mom!!! And incredible girlfriend future wife and continue to work. To balance both! To have it all! Can't wait to start my family.
Education/Study:
I left high school around junior year.
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What was growing up like for you?
It was cool. I started working in LA when I was 12. So it wasn't a normal childhood but it was fun!
Do you see yourself as Model?
haha sometimes. I'm so happy and grateful that I get to do what I love to do!
When did you become involved in modelling and what do you love about it?
I started when I was 12. I entered a contest in the mall in Clovis and ended up in Palm Springs at a modeling expo and signing with Ford at 12. I love it cause it allows you to create and to express yourself in different ways. I can tell a story through pictures!
What has been one of your favourite campaigns, photographers or brands to work with?
Oh man it's hard to pick just one! In fact I can't. I love them all! Except for a few. Ha
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What would you like to do it more in the future?
Would love to continue to model. I plan on doing some maternity modeling if I can! Commercial work is so fun! So tons more of that!
What do you admire in other women?
oh lots of things. I admire people who are patient! And forgiving! And the people who are always positive and Passionate. My boyfriend is the most passionate man I have ever met.
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Who is Lauren Hastings?
I'm a Mom, a lover, a giver, so sensitive, traveler, free spirit!
Where do you draw inspiration from?
Everything. Music, books, films, art, people.
You come across as a very free spirit and fun loving woman. Would that be an accurate assumption?
Absolutely!!!
How would you personally describe your style?
I'm a little rock n roll, grungy, hippie chick all in one. My favorite outfit is a pair of Vintage Levi's a Vintage tee that is about to fall apart and a pair of one of my vintage cowboy boots from the 40's or 50's and then only bag I wear all the time, my Simone Camille.
Are you a fashion brands girl or do you just wear what you like or what’s comfortable?
A little bit of both. But mostly Vintage. I do buy new shoes tho sometimes.
Who would you say is your style icon?
So many!!! Patti smith, Lauren Hutton, Kate moss, Jane Birkin. Those are a few.
You and your partner pro skater Mike Plumb aka'Lizard King' are expecting your first child together. (Congratulations by the way!) Can you tell us how you guys met and why you guys work so well together?
Thank you!!! Were so freaking excited!!! Couldn't be happier! We can't wait to meet our little girl! We Met at an alt j concert and from that day it was on. We got each other names tattooed on each others the second day we met! It works cause he's just a crazy as I am in the best way possible. I admire him. He is the most kind, loving, giving, genuine person I have ever met! He is PASSION He is going to be the best dad ever!!!
What is it that you love most about being a woman?
I wake up everyday and think how cool it is that I am creating another human inside of me!!! It's incredible!!!
When no one is around what is Lauren usually doing?
haha right now it would be napping or eating!
What's your take on life and what advice would give any of your fans?
I have a feeling this next chapter in my life is gonna be the best! I would say to be grateful and gracious. Be fearless. And to be passionate. Whatever you set your mind to you can achieve. AND LOVE!
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More Lauren here;
instagram.com/laurenhastings13