{"id":8822,"date":"2011-08-08T10:36:00","date_gmt":"2011-08-08T14:36:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/models.com\/mdx\/?p=8822"},"modified":"2011-08-08T16:36:43","modified_gmt":"2011-08-08T20:36:43","slug":"carolyn-murphy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/models.com\/mdx\/carolyn-murphy\/","title":{"rendered":"Carolyn Murphy"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/i.mdel.net\/mdx\/i\/2011\/07\/Carolyn_Murphy-mdx.jpg\" alt=\"\"  width=\"1280\" height=\"900\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8869\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i.mdel.net\/mdx\/i\/2011\/07\/Carolyn_Murphy-mdx.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/i.mdel.net\/mdx\/i\/2011\/07\/Carolyn_Murphy-mdx-840x590.jpg 840w, https:\/\/i.mdel.net\/mdx\/i\/2011\/07\/Carolyn_Murphy-mdx-1024x720.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/i.mdel.net\/mdx\/i\/2011\/07\/Carolyn_Murphy-mdx-200x140.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<style>\n.txtbox {border:1px solid black;padding:128px;margin:40px 0 0 0;font-family:\"Courier New\", Courier, monospace;}\n.imgbox {border:1px solid black;padding:128px;margin:40px 0 0 0;}\n.vidbox {border:1px solid black;padding:140px;margin:40px 0 0 0;}\n.quote {font-size:24px;}\n.quotebox {border-top:1px solid black;font-size:24px;font-weight:bold;border-bottom:1px solid black;margin:30px 0 30px 0;font-style:italic;}\n.credits {font-size:12px;font-family:\"Courier New\", Courier, monospace;}\n.introcredits {font-size:12px;line-height:13px;}\n.intro{font-family:\"Courier New\", Courier, monospace;}\n<\/style>\n<div style=\"width: 1214px; border: 1px solid black; padding: 40px 32px 12px 32px; height: 190px; margin: 20px 0 20px 0;\">\n<div class=\"intro\" style=\"width: 668px; float: left;\">As one of the most prolific models in recent memory<strong> Carolyn Murphy<\/strong> has accomplished nearly every modeling goal imaginable. Throughout it all Carolyn has handled herself with grace and humility, remaining not just one of fashion&#8217;s favorite models, but also one of the most down to earth people in the business. Catching up with her longtime friend <strong>Francesca Sorrenti<\/strong>, for a candid chat, Carolyn discusses her inspirations, accomplishments and advice for newcomers. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 546px; float: left; text-transform: uppercase; text-align: right;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 16px;\">A MODELS.COM INTERVIEW \/\/ <a href='https:\/\/models.com\/models\/Carolyn-Murphy'>Carolyn Murphy<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"introcredits\">An interview by Francesca Sorrenti for models.com<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"introcredits\">Cover photos credits (left to right):<\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"introcredits\"><a href='https:\/\/models.com\/client\/v-magazine'>V Magazine<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/models.com\/work\/v-magazine-strictly-carolyn\">Strictly Carolyn March 2011<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"introcredits\"><a href='https:\/\/models.com\/client\/estee-lauder'>Estee Lauder<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"introcredits\"><a href='https:\/\/models.com\/client\/vogue-paris'>Vogue Paris<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"introcredits\"><a href='https:\/\/models.com\/client\/muse'>Muse Magazine<\/a> \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/models.com\/work\/muse-muse-magazine-ss-11-eight-covers\/40359\">Spring\/Summer 2011 issue<\/a><\/span><br \/>\n<span class=\"introcredits\"><a href='https:\/\/models.com\/client\/vogue-italia'>Vogue Italia<\/a> \/ Sept 1998<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"txtbox\">\nCarolyn Murphy, Florida-born and a Leo is a down to earth woman, straight forward, friendly and definitely knows what she wants in her personal life. I first met Carolyn in Paris in Dave&#8217;s restaurant in 1995, she was an All-American girl ready to learn the ropes and work at modeling in the U.S. She has definitely come a long way since that time. Carolyn just recently renewed her contract with Estee Lauder. This multi-faceted woman is not only a supermodel but also a great mother. She has appeared in over 50 major ad campaigns and numerous fashion mags worldwide and continues to do so.<br \/>\nI met up with Carolyn in her beautiful Brooklyn brownstone. We reminisced about the past and then the questions came pouring out and she candidly answered them all&#8230;.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What does fashion mean to you?<\/strong><br \/>\nCreativity, evolution, expression, I guess I need to expand on it but those are the words that pop into my mind at first thought.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is your best asset and your worst?<\/strong><br \/>\nMy neck, I like my neck! And I always hated the bags under my eyes!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who are your favorite designers?<\/strong><br \/>\nThere are so many but at the moment Chloe because there is a timelessness and femininity that I like and there is Yohji and Comme des Garcons with their unique pieces. I like mixing all of the above, even pulling in pieces by newer designers like Isabel Marant.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do you like to shop?<\/strong><br \/>\nSometimes, in fact yesterday I spent way too much money at Isabel Marant.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is your relationship with shoes?<\/strong><br \/>\nWell lately they don&#8217;t seem to like me, I&#8217;ve been getting blisters all over my feet and high-heels are getting higher and higher. I prefer bare feet and flats.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do you have a favorite piece of jewelry?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes, this gold Italian &#8220;horn&#8221; charm that I wear around my neck. Italian folklore says that it protects you against the evil eye.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Let&#8217;s talk about Estee Lauder and your relationship with them.<\/strong><br \/>\nI&#8217;ve been with them for 11 years and just signed for a couple more. I feel very grateful maybe because I grew up with the brand; my mother always having a gold lipstick case lying around or an EL perfume bottle in her room. I have a nostalgic connection with EL. I have a hard time believing that I&#8217;m actually their spokesperson. It&#8217;s definitely an honor, it&#8217;s pretty cool!<\/p>\n<div class=\"quotebox\" style=\"padding: 40px 0 0px 0;text-align:center;\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/i.mdel.net\/mdx\/i\/2011\/08\/CarolynMeisel.jpg\" alt=\"\"  width=\"1024\" height=\"686\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-8914\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i.mdel.net\/mdx\/i\/2011\/08\/CarolynMeisel.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/i.mdel.net\/mdx\/i\/2011\/08\/CarolynMeisel-840x562.jpg 840w, https:\/\/i.mdel.net\/mdx\/i\/2011\/08\/CarolynMeisel-200x133.jpg 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"credits\" style=\"margin-top:40px;\">Photo: <a href='https:\/\/models.com\/people\/Steven-Meisel'>Steven Meisel<\/a> for Vogue Italia, 2005<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>When you are called a supermodel, how do you feel?<\/strong><br \/>\nI roll my eyes!! I think that it takes a whole team to create a model&#8217;s career. The photographer, hair and make-up artists, stylists and your agent (IMG), they are the building blocks to a successful career.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Were there any tips you received that made an impression on what you needed to do to become successful?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes, years ago I was on a shoot with Pamela Hanson and James Kaliardos was doing make-up. I was modeling along side the famous iconic model, Carmen. They were giving me advice on what to do to become successful. &#8220;Don&#8217;t smoke, don&#8217;t drink, make sure your hair and makeup looks good&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Favorite photographers on your list?<\/strong><br \/>\nI have many. Mario Sorrenti, your son, being one of them, I feel that we grew up together, starting at the same time along with the beloved Davide Sorrenti.<br \/>\nSteven Meisel who had an eye for what was out there and refined and polished it.<br \/>\nBruce Weber who always allowed me to be me.<br \/>\nMario Testino who showed me my sexy side that I didn&#8217;t know existed.<br \/>\nAnd of course you, your pictures started it all. You dyed my hair real red and it was uphill from there!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do you want to share any embarrassing runway moments?<\/strong><br \/>\nWell there was the time I tripped on the runway during a Versace show, I was wearing the bridal gown and he was yelling at me to f**k off!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are you working on any projects lately?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes, I&#8217;m working on a TV show and also curating on a new on-line website for Open Sky.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What are the things you love to do when you&#8217;re not &#8220;at work&#8221;?<\/strong><br \/>\nI love to spend time with my daughter; I like to cook with her, gardening, ride my horse, reading, painting, surfing and writing. Real home stuff.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is your greatest extravagance?<\/strong><br \/>\nBuying property and fixing them up. On a smaller scale seeking-out local farming. I also keep an organic kitchen and I feel it&#8217;s important to support local farmers. All my cleaning products are environmentally safe.<\/p>\n<div class=\"quotebox\" style=\"padding: 40px 0 0px 0;text-align:center;\">\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/i.mdel.net\/mdx\/i\/2011\/08\/carolyncraig.jpg\" alt=\"\"  width=\"1024\" height=\"1331\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-8917\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i.mdel.net\/mdx\/i\/2011\/08\/carolyncraig.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/i.mdel.net\/mdx\/i\/2011\/08\/carolyncraig-840x1091.jpg 840w, https:\/\/i.mdel.net\/mdx\/i\/2011\/08\/carolyncraig-787x1024.jpg 787w, https:\/\/i.mdel.net\/mdx\/i\/2011\/08\/carolyncraig-153x200.jpg 153w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"credits\" style=\"margin-top:40px;\">Photo: <a href='https:\/\/models.com\/people\/craig-mcdean'>Craig McDean<\/a> for W, 2002<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s your favorite book?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe Prophet by Kahlil Gibran is my favorite.<\/p>\n<p><strong>I hear you have a great passion for illustration and literature.<\/strong><br \/>\nYes, I collect a variety of first edition books. Just to name a few: George Wharton Edwards, Edmund Dulac, collections of Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is your most prized possession?<\/strong><br \/>\nMy great-great grandmother&#8217;s crocheted blanket.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who is the person alive you most admire?<\/strong><br \/>\nJane Goodall, but I admire anyone who stands by their convictions, just as long that they are living their truth.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who is the dead person you most admire?<\/strong><br \/>\nAnais Nin and Jacques Cousteau.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What is your biggest regret?<\/strong><br \/>\nNot going to college, I would have loved to major in literature.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What qualities do you most dislike in women?<\/strong><br \/>\nWhen there is dishonesty and extreme competitive behavior.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Favorite color?<\/strong><br \/>\nLight blue<\/p>\n<p><strong>If you could come back after death, what would you be?<\/strong><br \/>\nA dolphin. I&#8217;m a water baby!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Favorite activity?<\/strong><br \/>\nSurfing and horseback riding.<\/p>\n<p><strong>If you could pick a new career?<\/strong><br \/>\nI&#8217;d be a Waldorf teacher.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What would you want to change in the world?<\/strong><br \/>\nFor everyone to learn what love really means.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Your favorite top 3 models?<\/strong><br \/>\nLauren Hutton, Christy Turlington &#038; Kate Moss<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who do you feel has revolutionized fashion past and present?<\/strong><br \/>\nCoco Chanel, Calvin Klein, Karl Lagerfeld. And of course Comme des Garcons.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Any advice for &#8220;New Faces&#8221;?<\/strong><br \/>\nKeep your soul!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Thanks Carolyn!<\/strong><br \/>\nAnytime!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A models.com interview with supermodel Carolyn Murphy<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":8881,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[155,99],"tags":[785,73,786,615,57,788,787],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/models.com\/mdx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8822"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/models.com\/mdx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/models.com\/mdx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/models.com\/mdx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/models.com\/mdx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8822"}],"version-history":[{"count":35,"href":"https:\/\/models.com\/mdx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8822\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8928,"href":"https:\/\/models.com\/mdx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8822\/revisions\/8928"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/models.com\/mdx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8881"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/models.com\/mdx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8822"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/models.com\/mdx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8822"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/models.com\/mdx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8822"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}