Christine Quinn is the ultimate villain. The perfect villain, complete with blonde extensions and a low tolerance of lying. Selling Sunset realtor It was made in a reality television show factory. Between spitfire quips, scenes from a “sexual Phantom of the Opera”-themed engagement party, and not being able to operate a Keurig because of her fresh manicure, Quinn easily won over viewers despite her traditional mean girl stereotype. She was able transform her brand from being inadmissible to completely likable due to her self-awareness. Davina, however, is another story.
Quinn unapologetically and wholeheartedly embraces being a bitch. But she does so with a positive twist. “I really think that ‘bitch’ is a word that should be embraced,” she told ELLE.com over the phone. Until our chat, she didn’t know what a “Pick Me” was at all, and somehow that makes sense: “I’ve never heard of that,” she said. “If anything, I think of the ’50s when I hear that phrase. But I don’t listen to my husband ever, so I’m not the right person [to ask].”
Quinn’s theatrical confidence extends to Quinn’s style. Quinn is a fashion icon, adorned in designer logos and power colors, and glammed up by the time she gets to work. Even if you don’t like the aesthetic, you can’t Not love Quinn for walking backward down a staircase, because otherwise, she’d snap an ankle. Quinn made selling million-dollar homes in six-inch heels her brand, and she’s taking it even further with her latest business venture. Today, she launched a shoe collection that is as theatrical as her. She partnered with Shoedazzle. Quinn spoke to us about her tips for teetering with stilettos, her favorite reality shows, and the upcoming season. Selling Sunset Below.
What was your goal when you teamed up with Shoedazzle
That’s the number one thing—people think that, in order to be fashionable, you have to spend $500 on a pair of shoes. I have hundreds of pairs of shoes. I would say that the more expensive ones are just a small fraction of what I have. I love to mix and match, and sometimes you only wear one look. I was so happy about the affordability and the fact that anyone could own a pair and still look great in them.
What was the design vibe you were trying to achieve?
This was going to be out around the holidays, and I knew it. We wanted to do something glamorous and fun. [and] glitzy. You can wear them to the office, but you can also go to a party. That was our goal. So that’s why we incorporated a lot of glitter and sparkles and fun elements like that.
You claimed you own hundreds of shoes. What’s the highest heel that you own? Do you have any tips on how to walk in 6-inch stilettos
Six inches. Everyone’s like, “How do you walk in those shoes All day when you work?” And I don’t walk in them all day. When I’m in houses, if I’m not doing meetings, if I’m sitting at the office… so when I don’t need to wear them, I put my flats on. It’s just all about saving your feet. That’s my biggest trick.
Did you feel like you were being cast as the villain during filming?
I was cast in that mold, and the producers said to me multiple times, “Well, you’re the villain.” So this is what people want to see. I don’t really feel like I’m the villain in real life, because I’m the only one who’s willing to express my opinion. I think I’m just very confident, and unapologetic, and really genuine. But in a TV world where we have so many characters who are afraid of defending people, I can see how it can be perceived that way, but I really wouldn’t have it any other way.
The thing that affects me mentally is when people watch the show and then they’ll come back and they’ll say, “Oh my God, I can’t believe you did this.” And I’m like, “Seriously, this is a television show.”
How did your reality TV obsession influence your approach to this topic? Selling Sunset?
The nice people are not what matters. I noticed that people who did well in their career were the ones who stood out and had opinions. This is how I came back to The Hills,I was looking at Lauren Conrad, as well Heidi Montag. They both stood out to my eyes. And Lauren’s had such an amazing career, but she’s always been one who will say things that other people don’t necessarily want to hear. That’s something I love about her. So for me I was like, “Okay, if I’m going to be remembered, people aren’t going to like me.” And that’s the way I went into it.
You have a book called How to Be a Boss Bitch, and you’ve said that the word “bitch” is a compliment. What’s the difference between being a boss bitch and a toxic one?
As women, we’re constantly in an environment where you’re too sexy, or you’re not sexy enough. You’re too skinny, or you’re not skinny enough. And so I feel like the word “bitch” embraces that overall theme that we deal with in this world where women are still not treated equal. I think it starts to become a toxic environment when you are knocking down people for their physical attributes, or things that they can’t help. That’s where the line really gets crossed.
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You recently shared some very intimate and difficult details about your pregnancy. Why was it important to share this side of your story?
It was a malpractice matter, without going into too much detail. As a woman, I had an intuitive sense and knew something was wrong. Two days later, I informed my doctor that this was not the case. And she assured me, “No, you’re fine. You’re fine.” And sure enough, I’m put in a position where all of a sudden my water breaks, and I’m rushed to the hospital, and I’m 10 centimeters dilated.
So when this happened, a lot of people around me were like, “Gosh, I see this all the time.” And it’s so frustrating. I wish people would openly talk about it. I’m glad that I talked about my story because I feel like it sheds light on the fact that us women need to trust our bodies.
The trailer for the show has dropped and it suggests that someone is dating your ex. Do you have any dating advice for shady men
Yeah. This goes back to intuition. I knew something was wrong and was lying to my boyfriend. I gave him the benefit of doubt, but I believe that when things keep happening and there are questions, there are no coincidences. Go with your gut as a woman, and if stuff doesn’t add up, don’t give him a pass. Because you will never know the identity of someone. I was with someone for years, and I didn’t know who he was.
Last question: Have you ever discovered what a cabin is?
Yes, I did learn what a cabin was. I really didn’t understand the difference. I was like, “Okay, so it’s just made of wood, I guess?” I think of cabins and horror movies!
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Source: elle
