“I am following in Kathy Ireland’s footsteps.” This was running through my head as I walked around with Kathy last Sunday. She is REALLY tall and I stand at five feet, three inches so I was often trailing behind her.
It was the opening day for the Las Vegas Market, a huge exhibition area which houses both permanent and temporary exhibitors in the furniture and home decor space. I was invited to meet Kathy and to check out her Home Designs Furniture Collection which was created with her partner, Michael Amini.
While you may think that trailing behind Kathy doesn’t sound fun, I thought it was quite enjoyable. I wanted to know how it felt to walk in the shoes of the woman who went from supermodel to Big Boss Lady. Think about it. Back in the 80s and 90s, the world admired Kathy for her beauty when she graced the cover of numerous magazines like Sports Illustrated. Today, she is a celebrated entrepreneur with her own company, kathy ireland Worldwide. I use the word “celebrated” loosely because in 2015, she joined Forbes’ list of Top 50 Most Successful Women based on net worth (over $400 million at the time) and has been named one of the Most Influential Leaders in Furniture by Furniture Today. That calls for more than just a celebration, that deserves a Slay Girl, Slay Lifetime Achievement Award.
In case anyone is wondering, she is beautiful in person. If you believe that powerful, female entrepreneurs are overbearing and bitchy, meeting Kathy will redefine your beliefs. She is soft-spoken and polite, always says thank you, and was very accommodating with anyone who wanted to take a picture with her. She made everyone feel very comfortable.
Kathy’s personality comes through in her furniture collection with Michael Amini. Looking around the showroom, the furniture pieces are all created in soft, comfortable hues. The designs transcend age and speak to anyone whose taste is more classic than trendy. The pieces are stylish; you are not going to find a polka-dotted couch in a bright, fuchsia shade in this collection.
We also wandered over to Pacific Coast Lighting where Kathy has a lighting and accessories collection! I would probably have to write a novel to truly capture all of Kathy’s business ventures and accomplishments.
So, you see walking in Kathy’s footsteps was a privilege. She has some pretty incredible shoes.
The Las Vegas Market runs through August 2nd. Click on the gallery below for more photos!
She sounds like a really inspirational lady
That she is! 🙂
Smart and gorgeous! I would love to do something like this!
It was a great experience. Thank you for reading 🙂
What an amazing post! This seems like an awesome experience, I’d love to do something like this. Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Thank you for reading! Have an amazing weekend!
This sounds like an incredible experience and memory. She seemsl ike an awesome woman.
It’s definitely one for the books!
I love her designs! She is still as beautiful as she was when I was younger!
Oh she is gorgeous!
Never heard of her but this seems like a wonderful experience! I know i would be pretty excited doing this with my favourite celebrity!
Her home designs are wonderful. It must be an inspiring experience.
I think that’s the perfect word! Inspiring! 🙂
Wow! Top 50 influential women! Thats something we didnt and know really impressive !
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This must have had been a wonderful experience and I always feel there is something to learn from people who are successful.
I couldn’t agree more. Thanks for stopping by. Have a lovely weekend!
I remember when she appeared in Sports Illustrated about 25 years ago. It’s really impressive how successful she’s been in business, as well as modeling.
Yes I like her very impressive transition of careers!
I didn’t actually know her but checking out her profile makes me amazed. She is really very successful. I am sure many looked up to her.
She has always been a fave. I think it sounds like an awesome day.
I think it would be fun too. I think she is awesome.
For sure! Thanks for reading! 🙂
I have always loved Kathy Ireland. She has a pet supply brand as well. I own several items from it…great quality stuff for my fur babies
Very nice! I need to grab some for my Tini! 🙂
I had no idea she was considered one of the top 50 influential women. So to have sat with her and chatted must have been an awesome experience. Very cool!
What an amazing experience! I see that you took all of that in, which is great! It’s great to know that there are successful women who are still friendly and humble.
What an amazing day getting to walk in her literal footsteps x
Great footsteps to follow…… Nice intereview session.. such a great designer collection to have..
She has some great furniture pieces with Michael Amini! 🙂
She’s a very accomplished woman and definitely one to look up to!
Couldn’t agree more! Thanks for reading 🙂
This is great! I would love to walk in the footsteps of one of my role models!
She is definitely a great role model! Thanks for reading 🙂
I love her furniture. Michael Amini and Kathy Ireland together, can’t go wrong with that. Comfort and style!
Yes! It’s the perfect combination! Their furniture is amazing! 🙂
Totally forgot about her but now I want to go check out her furniture!
She stepped out of the modeling world into the business world 🙂 Her furniture pieces are really nice. Have a great week! 🙂
Wow, this is amazing! I wish I could walk in one of my mentors/idols footsteps as well, it would be awesome!
She has some pretty amazing accomplishments! Thanks for stopping by 🙂
It sounds like you had an absolutely amazing time getting to follow around in her footsteps! It seems like she has so many strings to her bow as well with so much going on.
She does! She’s pretty busy. Thanks for reading 🙂