Billie Faiers talks to us about her fashion boutique
You’ve been taking your Minnie’s Boutique up and down the country, what’s that been like?
We love it, we have such fun and its fantastic to get out there and take Minnies to our fans.
Why did you want to do these pop-up shops?
A lot of people can't come to Essex so we were the first to come up with the idea to tour and bring Minnies to our fans and the shopping centres of the UK.
What’s been the most fun city you’ve visited?
They've all been fantastic, from Manchester to Liverpool, all have different memories and all have been enjoyable. We are looking forward to revisiting our friends at WestQuay Southampton and then onto a new centre at Fishergate in Preston.
Fans often bring you gifts to the pop-up shops, have you ever been given anything funny/strange?
We get a lot of chocolates, letters and other gifts and we love them! Our favourites have been perfume which we both loved, we also have been brought crisps which we munch on during the Pop Ups with the team.
How much say do you have on the items that are stocked in Minnies?
Myself and Sam are fully across the buying for the store. We do all the meetings and select what we think we want to stock.
How do you make the decision for the pieces that are stocked there?
Its usually based on a few factors. Whether things have sold well previously, if we like something and we keep an eye on trends.
What are a few of your favourite items that you currently have stocked?
Rock and Religion is one of our new brands, that's going very well, as well as the A/W Mink Pink and postcard from Brighton. You should also check out our new beanie hats.
How about your personal style, how would you describe it?
I'd say we both change our style depending on what's going on in the fashion world. I'd like to say we were both in touch with what's going on and keep in trend.
What are your favourite looks of the season?
I really like fluffy jumpers and leather pants, pencil skirts.
What will you be wearing over the party season?
Over the party season ill be wearing long sleeved body con midi dresses, as well as anything comfortable!
Your make-up always looks perfect on the show, what are your top beauty tips?
Thank you! Always moisturise and exfoliate your face and drink lots of water.
What are your favourite beauty items?
I really like the products Rodial as well as Nip & Fab. They're always really kind and send me lots of stuff.
How do you think Joey is doing in I’m A Celeb?
To be honest I haven't watched it, I have been away on holiday.
Would you ever consider doing something like that?
Probably not the jungle but I'd like too.
Are we going to be seeing a TOWIE Christmas special?
Yes, we start filming this week.
You’ve been to Marbella and Vegas now with the show, where else would you like to do a special?
I'd like to go to Australia, that would be good or LA!
Your boyfriend Greg has not yet been on the show, do you think he’ll ever appear?
Greg isn't going to be appearing on the show anytime soon, he's very private.
What’s coming up next for you?
We have lots of Minnies Boutique stuff coming up next year, check out our website www.minnies-boutique.co.uk for more details.
The Only Way is Essex stars, Sam and Billie Faiers will be showcasing the new Minnies Boutique collection at WestQuay, Southampton, offering shoppers top style advice and party pieces in time for Christmas. For more information, visit www.west-quay.co.uk