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IT GIRL: RACHEL KRUPA

FACTIO MAGAZINE: What do you think makes a person "It"?
RACHEL KRUPA: The confidence they exude.

FM: Give us an inside look into your career at Lizzie Grubman PR. 
RK: It’s not as glamorous as one may think.  We work long hours. If we have an event, it’s from 9am to 2am then back to the office at 9am the next day to deal with press.  But, I love it because no two days are the same and you never know what will happen and who you will be in touch with.  

FM: Define the style in New York vs. style in your native Michigan.
RK: It’s really funny; I think that Michigan style is more conservative than NYC.  Skirts tend to be longer, jeans not as tight, but the one thing that is the same is the amount of cleavage women show.  I always laugh with my friends because one of the necessities in Michigan is the good old Wonder Bra where in New York, if you’re not blessed then who cares and flaunt that flat chest.

FM: Which woman (past or present) has impeccable style and why? What women in which city worldwide have the best style?
RK: My grandma, mom and sister have taught me a thing or two about style.  Since I can remember, my grandma Ruby has been making her own clothing…she likes a fabric then it will be a dress, blouse or skirt by the end of the day.  She always has an unremarkable vision on what she wants to wear. My sister, Tanja, is always sending me links to clothing that would be “perfect” for me and then my mother…well, I wear her clothes from when she was younger so I guess if the “jeans” fit!  

FM: What is your biggest fashion vice? What are your favorite shops in New York? How about worldwide (also include, The Hamptons, Michigan, Chicago if you can and others)?
RK: I tend not to worry to much about what people think…I’m the one in the office that everyone laughs at.  My friends from Michigan just came to visit me and brought me a pair of ankle high Minnetonka Moccasin boots…I’ve been wanting them forever and when I walked into the office, I was called Pocahontas all day.  

I love this little shop in East Hampton called Blue & Cream, it's amazing because its clothing from all young, up and coming designers.  I can’t lie, but I also love Forever 21 because it’s great for picking up cute tops and jewelry.

I love vintage stores and I’m addicted to boots, belts, cool necklaces and old concert tees.

FM: Where do you love to travel? And, what do you always pick up for your wardrobe while on vacation?
RK: I love traveling to LA, Miami and Vegas!  I’m in the stage of my life that I love going out and meeting as many people that I can and those cities are the best for that.  But I love going back to the Midwest…there’s nothing better than being with your closest friends and family just chilling out with a cocktail on the porch.  

I’m really not a big shopper when on vacation. If anything, I pick up a tank or tee-shirt, but if I’m going home, I always update my wardrobe with my mom…it's more of the everyday clothing from Abercrombie, Hollister and J Crew.

FM: Do you think money and style go hand in hand or can style never be bought? 
RK: Style comes from within, money can get you the expensive pieces, but it can’t put together an outfit or create the attitude that creates one's style.

FM: What key fashion pieces do you always have in your wardrobe?
RK: I’m addicted to wife-beater type tanks…they are perfect for every season; they can be dressed up with some jewelry and heels or be casual with a pair of jeans and sandals.  Then you always have to have variations in denim…the tight sexy pair, relaxed trousers fit and then your comfy traveling pants.

FM: What's a fashion no-no when attending special events, galas and more?
RK: Not knowing the dress code before hand.  Some events are black tie, some you can only wear white where others are more casual.  You MUST always know how the host would like everyone to dress.

FM: Do you have any style icons?
RK: I really don’t have a style icon. I love looking at people walking down the streets in Soho because you see so many unique pieces and combination of items that it inspires me to try new things.

FM: What would people be most surprised to know about you?
RK: That I’m actually quite shy and it takes me a bit to get situated to my surroundings.  I like to adapt to my surroundings then I start to warm up.  It’s strange because I’m very out-going once you know me…you never know what I may do…haha!

FM: What are your own personal standards of beauty? And, what are your standards for style?
RK: Less is more is for beauty and keeping it simple with style.

FM: What tips would you give women in general to be well rounded, balancing out life and business?
RK: Wow…that’s a hard one.  It seems as though my life always is associated with business because you never know who you will meet and what you can possibly do together in the future.  One tip for sure is to make sure you take time out for yourself…whether it’s a day at the spa, laying in bed for an extra hour or going on a weekend vacation by yourself to collect your thoughts and to be rejuvenated.