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Jessica Szohr from Gossip Girl

Jessica Szohr who plays Vanessa Abrams on Gossip Girl talks fashion, the future and the important things in life.
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Jessica Szohr

What do you do when you had enough of your daily life?

I enjoy life pretty much all the time. I have a great family and wonderful friends! But I am human so of course I have days that I want to scream:) A nice cup of tea, sour patch kids, some candles and a good movie always help!!

If there was a fire in your house, which three things would you save?

A fire: ahhhh I'd grab my dog, my fish and my photo album!

Which is your favorite garment?

An old vintage sweater my mom gave me years ago. It's brown and fuzzy and I love it

What was your first job?

My 2 friends and I in high school started a cleaning service, we wanted to be our own boss and pick our hours and stuff!! I have to say for 3 teenage girls never being in the "real world" we did a pretty damn good job.

Which three things do you always carry with you?

I carry lip gloss, my Caudalie Beauty Elixir spray... It is so refreshing to spray on your face during the day, and I guess this is probably what everyone would say but my cell phone

Do you have a hidden talent?

Hidden talent... It wouldn't be hidden if I told you, but yes of course I do- doesn't everyone?!?!

What is the most expensive garment you have in your closet?

Most expensive.. Oh I'd have to say my Prada coat.. I got a few years ago!

What is your relationship with fashion?

My relationship with fashion.. It pretty simple. We get a long for the most part, but I think that's because I listen to a little of what it says but... I do what I feel fits me personally! I'm not trying to be uncomfortable and make statements that aren't me! That's the sexy thing in fashion I think.. Take what's in ("in your own eyes") and be you. Trendy isn't so cute!

Do you have any bad habits?

Bad habits.. Yes!! I could eat french fries and cheetos for dayyyyys

What is most important in life?

Living

What is luxury for you?

Being happy and healthy

What is the most unexpected garment you have in your closet?

Ahhh.. That's tough, I have some pretty weird garments

How do you like to dress when you're not working?

In something comfy! Jeans and a t-shirt, sweats and a hoody, depends what I'm doing and where I'm going!

What was the last garment you bought?

A few blazers.. Some solid colors and some with designs:)

What do you hope to achieve during next year?

To go home and see my family more

Favorite book?

Can't pick a favorite book, but I'm reading Love The One Your with by Emily Griffin and it's a fun read..

Favorite perfume?

The original Stella McCartney in the purple bottle! Mmmm it's yummy

Favorite singer?

I am a huge fan of Madonna, Michael Jackson, Nora Jones, The Beatles, Elvis, Jay Z,...

Favorite clothing line?

Gap, Marc Jacobs, Burberry, Prada

Most important make up product?

Laura Mercier bronzer

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