kate did an interview for usa today that was published today (usatoday.com)
Things are heating up for Kate Moss, whose summer collection hit Topshop shelves Monday. The style icon shares her tips for sizzling summer style via e-mail.
Q: What inspired this Topshop collection?
A: My constant traveling to hot places and long summer holidays with family and friends. The right holiday wardrobe is essential.
Q: How hands-on were you in the design process?
A: I thought about every aspect of high-summer clothes. For the beach, great bikinis and cover-ups, cute little dresses and playsuits for the day, and then something more special for the evening, cocktails 'round the pool in a long animal print dress …
Q: What have you learned during the creation of your second line for Topshop? How are things different this time around?
A: This is in fact my ninth collection for the U.K. but only the second to be sold in the U.S. I know now what works and what sells. I get inspiration from the places I travel, my great vintage finds. I become more inspired by every collection.
Q: What's your favorite piece in the new collection, and why?
A: The silk insert maxi dress ($170, left). I love the cut of this dress and the fact it goes from day to night so easily with the right accessories.
Q: You've been pegged as a style icon. Do you meticulously plan your outfits or just let things come together?
A: My looks just happen. I put things together from my wardrobe and see what works and feels right.
Q: What is your one must-have beauty item, and why?
A: Black kohl. You can't beat a smoky eye.
Q: What is your next project?
A: The next Topshop collection, my fourth fragrance launching in the fall and working on James Brown London's new hair-care range, which launches soon. And of course, all my modeling contracts and editorials!