Perth born and raised singer, actor and jewellery designer, Chantelle Barry, recently returned home to host the FTV Diamond Model Awards and dropped by the Style Palace HQ to catch up with the team.
Chantelle Barry is currently based in LA and most people probably remember her for winning POPSTARS back in 2000 and earning herself a spot in the all-girl pop group Bardot. Chantelle’s career has progressed significantly since then and she has recently released a new CD, Simple Things, and has appeared in a number of TV shows including 90210, How I Met Your Mum, Entourage and Vince Vaughn’s recently released movie, ‘Couple’s Retreat’.
Chantelle isn’t represented by a record label and all of her career success to date has been the result of sheer hard work on her part. She admits at times it can be very hard work and understands the difficulty of breaking into the industry. Chantelle acknowledges competitions such as the FTV Diamond Model Awards can provide a real opportunity to get a foot in the door.
‘The winner of the FTV Diamond Model Awards receives a number of prizes including a contract with Chadwick Model Management and they will also become the spokesperson for FTV in Australia.
The judges weren’t just looking for a catwalk model but for the entire package. Someone that presents well, walks well and overall will be a very positive personality for FTV.’
Chantelle has enjoyed the opportunity to return to Perth for the FTV Diamond Model Awards but has no intention of moving back home in the foreseeable future.
‘I have wanted to be based in the States since I was a little girl and when I first arrived in LA I recognised there is just so much opportunity, but it is very competitive.’
Chantelle has enjoyed successes in her musical career but has enjoyed the opportunity to explore acting as well.
‘Most people recognise me for my music but I actually started out in theatre and I have a strong background in musical theatre, having studied it throughout Australia. It is just good that LA provides me with the opportunity to pursue both acting and singing.’
And if singing and acting doesn’t keep Chantelle busy enough, she has also started up her own jewellery line which will be stocked by Style Palace in the weeks to come.
Chantelle describes her own sense of style as bohemian and admits that she finds it hard to keep up to date with the latest Australian fashion whilst in LA but she loves the opportunity to take some pieces home with her to maintain her patriotism.
Chantelle also makes many of her own clothes but couldn’t resist the opportunity to snap up a cute White Sands bikini whilst visiting Style Palace and she also loved the look of a Lisa Ho dress, a vest from Bec & Bridge and a mini tank dress from Camilla.
‘Everyone in LA is always commenting that Australians are very fashion forward.’
Chantelle notes that her sense of style onstage is very similar to the red carpet and she can’t resist the opportunity to buy online.
‘The first item I ever bought online was a pair of shoes and the first account I ever had online was for Victoria’s Secret. I wondered how much trouble I could get into until I realised they also had a whole range besides underwear. I buy everything online!’
When asked which celebrities in LA have the best sense of style, Chantelle noted Jennifer Connelly and AnnaLynne McCord from 90210 always looked great.
‘Jennifer always dresses beautifully for her shape and every time I see AnnaLynne she is always immaculate’.
Chantelle looks forward to bringing her own sense of style to Australia and LA with her new jewellery range so stay tuned to Style Palace for the exclusive release.
Chantelle Barry is currently based in LA and most people probably remember her for winning POPSTARS back in 2000 and earning herself a spot in the all-girl pop group Bardot. Chantelle’s career has progressed significantly since then and she has recently released a new CD, Simple Things, and has appeared in a number of TV shows including 90210, How I Met Your Mum, Entourage and Vince Vaughn’s recently released movie, ‘Couple’s Retreat’.
Chantelle isn’t represented by a record label and all of her career success to date has been the result of sheer hard work on her part. She admits at times it can be very hard work and understands the difficulty of breaking into the industry. Chantelle acknowledges competitions such as the FTV Diamond Model Awards can provide a real opportunity to get a foot in the door.
‘The winner of the FTV Diamond Model Awards receives a number of prizes including a contract with Chadwick Model Management and they will also become the spokesperson for FTV in Australia.
The judges weren’t just looking for a catwalk model but for the entire package. Someone that presents well, walks well and overall will be a very positive personality for FTV.’
Chantelle has enjoyed the opportunity to return to Perth for the FTV Diamond Model Awards but has no intention of moving back home in the foreseeable future.
‘I have wanted to be based in the States since I was a little girl and when I first arrived in LA I recognised there is just so much opportunity, but it is very competitive.’
Chantelle has enjoyed successes in her musical career but has enjoyed the opportunity to explore acting as well.
‘Most people recognise me for my music but I actually started out in theatre and I have a strong background in musical theatre, having studied it throughout Australia. It is just good that LA provides me with the opportunity to pursue both acting and singing.’
And if singing and acting doesn’t keep Chantelle busy enough, she has also started up her own jewellery line which will be stocked by Style Palace in the weeks to come.
Chantelle describes her own sense of style as bohemian and admits that she finds it hard to keep up to date with the latest Australian fashion whilst in LA but she loves the opportunity to take some pieces home with her to maintain her patriotism.
Chantelle also makes many of her own clothes but couldn’t resist the opportunity to snap up a cute White Sands bikini whilst visiting Style Palace and she also loved the look of a Lisa Ho dress, a vest from Bec & Bridge and a mini tank dress from Camilla.
‘Everyone in LA is always commenting that Australians are very fashion forward.’
Chantelle notes that her sense of style onstage is very similar to the red carpet and she can’t resist the opportunity to buy online.
‘The first item I ever bought online was a pair of shoes and the first account I ever had online was for Victoria’s Secret. I wondered how much trouble I could get into until I realised they also had a whole range besides underwear. I buy everything online!’
When asked which celebrities in LA have the best sense of style, Chantelle noted Jennifer Connelly and AnnaLynne McCord from 90210 always looked great.
‘Jennifer always dresses beautifully for her shape and every time I see AnnaLynne she is always immaculate’.
Chantelle looks forward to bringing her own sense of style to Australia and LA with her new jewellery range so stay tuned to Style Palace for the exclusive release.
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