To describe something as being black and white means it is clearly defined. Yet when your ethnicity is black and white, the dichotomy is not that clear. In fact, it creates a grey area.
MEGHAN MARKLEI think so much of what we learn when we get older is being comfortable in our own skin and learning what looks good, and not being so trend-centric.
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When I’m traveling, I won’t miss an opportunity to try great pasta.
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I grew up in L.A. in a school that was diverse, but it was not really integrated, so I didn’t ever fully fit in with the black girls or the white girls or the Latina girls.
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When I get ready to go out, it’s half hour and we’re out of the door. I don’t want to waste time getting ready: I want to go and have fun.
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For work I get so dolled up that it’s nice to wear boyfriend jeans and a sweater.
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I’m an actress, a writer, the editor-in-chief of my lifestyle brand ‘The Tig’, a pretty good cook, and a firm believer in handwritten notes.
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Catty is not cool. I can’t think of anything less becoming than a man who talks about people behind their backs.
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People don’t need to feel scared about a leather pant. Think of it as a jean alternative: it’s the same thing. It’s almost like they’re your yoga pants, but they look chic.
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There is a myth that those who do humanitarian work have a saviour mentality, but the relationship is reciprocal.
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I had always been the theater nerd at Northwestern University. I knew I wanted to do acting, but I hated the idea of being this cliche – a girl from L.A. who decides to be an actress.
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I pride myself in figuring out how to elevate a dish with a little preserved lemon or, then, a sprinkle of Maldon salt.
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Once you develop a comfort level with someone, that translates on camera.
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I’m a California girl, right? I grew up with that farm-to-table dining before it was sweeping the nation.
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My dad is Caucasian, and my mom is African American. I’m half black and half white. Being biracial paints a blurred line that is equal parts staggering and illuminating.
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I’m a sucker for a compliment.
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On a normal day, I love a shift dress with flats and a little cropped jacket. That, for me, is my travel wear if it’s not too chilly – you can throw a scarf over your legs if it’s cold on the plane!
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I like it when a man puts thought into the kind of restaurant we’re going to. That doesn’t mean it needs to be fancy – some of the best meals of my life have been having a taco on a street corner.
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My dad’s a lighting director. Growing up in Hollywood, I was around the entertainment industry all the time. I knew I’d end up in show business in some capacity, eventually.
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As I’ve gotten older, I like longer dresses, but my legs come up to my ears, and I’m not very tall, so when I wear a short skirt,I’ve got to be really conscious.
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Traveling gives you some perspective of what the rest of the world is like. I think that having the courage to step out of the norm is the most important thing.
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I’m deeply and passionately involved in the design process. I’m a brash American, and if my name is going to be on something, I’m going to have my say.
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It’s really attractive if a man has a skill that you want to improve in yourself. If you can learn from someone, then that’s sexy.
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I’ve never wanted to be a lady who lunches – I’ve always wanted to be a woman who works.
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Another solid run through Central Park. Admittedly, six miles turns out to be a bad idea after a full day in heels!
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The best job a man could have would be a chef. They’d understand the long hours I work and the drive and ambition it takes to succeed.
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I love connecting with the fan base and sharing my experiences.
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Fragrance is my favorite thing. So much so that if I leave the house and I don’t put any on, I’ll turn around and go back home.
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