Interview with a vamp: Lindiwe Suttle talks to CTG about being the face of Woolworths Beauty 2011
21 Apr 2011, Posted by Cape Town Girl in BFFs, CTG recommends, Celebrity, beauty, beauty products, fashion, interviews, music, music video, shopping, south africa, 1 Comments
Guys I had the pleasure of chatting to the fabulous Lindiwe Suttle, who’s single ‘Man Made Moon’ is on my iPod between Lady Gaga’s Judas and Willow Smith’s 21st Century Girl. Lindiwe is the face of Woolworth’s latest Beauty campaign, part of the Woolworths Winter “Come Together” campaign. Lindiwe is an amazing lady. She’s worked as a stylist to Beyonce and Ciara, and as a buyer for brands such as DKNY and Kenneth Cole. You can totally see this coming through in the fashion film she made for her first single Man Made Moon (click here to watch it – its awesome) – it’s being released next month so listen out for it on air. Massive respect to this entrepreneurial diva, who clearly works extremely hard at creating her destiny.
1) Hey Lindiwe, CTG here. You look gorgeous and elegant in the new Woolies beauty campaign. Are you happy with the way it turned out?
I am so pleased. This is my first beauty campaign and it is such an honour to be associated with such an iconic brand like Woolworths. I feel the campaign is a celebration of the various races we have in SA.
2)The ‘Come Together’ theme for Winter is friendly and fun and stylish. I love it and the song too. Are you a Beatles fan? What’s your favourite song of theirs?
All artists have to love the Beatles. If you read about their work ethic when they started out, you can only respect how hard they worked to achieve their larger than life appeal and status. Their melodies are genius and my favourite song has to be ‘Hey Jude’.
3)Your video for ‘Man Made Moon’ featured loads of local fashion and jewellery designers and some seriously fierce makeup looks. Am I right in saying that fashion and beauty seem to be as much a creative outlet for you as music?
Just to confirm, this was a ‘fashion film’, rather than a music video. It was released as part of my single Man Made Moon, the fashion film showcases the talented local designers I used and some behind-the-scenes footage of the stills photo shoot I did.
A still from Man Made Moon - so deliciously fashion forward - I love it!
4)I am a huge fan of both the Sisley and Benefit brands at Woolworths. What’s your pick of the Woolworths beauty spread? Any products you can’t live without?
I love the Woolworths Private Label range. Their long lasting lipsticks and nail polish colors are my favourite.
5) What’s your beauty quick-fix after a big night out or a long day on set / in studio?
My mom always knows best and always said, even after a big night on the town, always wash your face before you go to bed, never fall asleep with makeup on and also use extra moisturizer to allow your skin breathe and not dehydrate.
6) I believe beauty is an inherent part of being a woman. What, in your opinion, makes a woman beautiful?
I know you hear it all the time but it’s all about inner beauty, a genuine smile also goes a long way. While I was shooting the Woolworths campaign, I remained positive thoughout the day and I think this positive spirit comes out in my eyes especially in the campaign shot.
7) Which artists inspire you? Musically and in terms of beauty and fashion, and why?
Lyrically, Bjork, Tori Amos, Sia and Lady Gaga are my favourite female songwriters. Musically, I love Radiohead, I respect the band and I think they understand the importance of sound and how to take their fans to a different world.
Thank you Lindiwe. You look stunning love! Listen out for Man Made Moon – it’s gonna be everywhere soon – and look out for Lindiwe in Woolworths stores across the country. So lovely!
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