When I found out Kelly was doing her first London book signing at the amazing Illamasqua flagship store in Soho on 18th October, I knew I had to be there.
I didn't arrive until 6pm because of work, and by that point the queue was past the door and spreading out on to Beak Street. However, thanks to knowing a few people in the right places and already owning a copy of the book, I was soon escorted to the front by Kelly's people.
Seeing Kelly dressed head-to-toe in black (naturally), no make-up and in fierce Jeffrey Campbell studded wedges made me terrified for the sake of my life as I approached her! She soon hugged me though (!!), and we proceeded to have a quick chat about what I'm currently doing with my life. She was just lovely and I feel so, so privileged to have been mentored by Kelly Cutrone, even if it was just for a minute.
If you haven't read 'If You Have to Cry, Go Outside', you need to. It genuinely changed my life (no exaggeration) and is without a doubt the most inspiring thing I've ever read.
All proceedings from the signing went to the Sophie Lancaster Foundation.
