Miranda Kerr: International model, founder and CEO of KORA Organics

Best known for her celebrated career as one of the world’s most influential and respected models, Miranda has transitioned from the runway to the boardroom. She is a successful businesswoman, entrepreneur, and the Founder and CEO of KORA Organics, a certified organic skincare line now sold worldwide across 25 countries. Recently, Miranda has been collaborating with Universal Furniture to create the Miranda Kerr Home furniture collection. She also designs a range of fine china and giftware under her name for Royal Albert and has designed successful collaborations with Swarovski and Mother Denim. Miranda is a dedicated supporter of numerous causes relating to women, children, health and the environment and never tires from ensuring her voice and influence are used to make a positive difference in the world. She can be found on Facebook, Instagram and Pinterest @mirandakerr.

What are your favorite sources of inspiration? I’m inspired by everything from nature, art and music to my family and friends, as well as travelling and experiencing different cultures. In creating my LOVE.JOY.BLISS. home collection for Universal Furniture, I was inspired by many things, but mostly by the love I have for my family, and the simple pleasures of being at home with them and creating memories together. I’m a wife and a mother of 3 boys, so it was important to me to create pieces that not only looked great and were high quality, but also functional for everyday use. Through the use of performance fabrics, each piece is practical and family friendly.

You’re a new addition to the crayon box, what color would you be and what name would you have? I love this question! I was talking about the importance of color the other day in an interview. Given we’ve been self-isolating because of COVID-19, I was asked about the little things I’ve been doing to help create a happy home and one of my answers was to dress in color and dress the boys in color. I love colors that invoke happiness and have an uplifting effect on your mood, so I think I would be a shade of Yellow and be called Sunshine.

What’s the last gift you gave someone or a go-to host/ hostess gift you give? I love to give a fresh bouquet of flowers or an orchid because it brings a piece of nature inside. I also like to gift tea cups from my Miranda Kerr for Royal Albert fine china collection.

What is your favorite quote/words of wisdom? My favorite words of wisdom come from my mom, two things actually. She always told me: “Let your little light shine.” And also: “If you’re going to do something, do it right, or don’t do it at all.” I think of these two quotes every day in my life and they have definitely shaped who I am as a person. If I’m going to do something, I’m going to do it with my whole heart.

Do you prefer book or kindle? Definitely books! I’m very tactile and love the feeling of holding a book and physically turning the page. I used to travel with a Kindle, but now I’m home with all my books and I love it!

Do you prefer concerts, plays or movies? Concerts. I love music, especially live music. I listen to music every day. I find it motivates me if I need encouragement; it lifts my spirit and soothes my soul.

What is your dream project or collaboration? My dream project was and still is creating and expanding KORA Organics; and my dream collaboration was creating a furniture line as it was something I’ve wanted to pursue for a long time. So, to collaborate and work with the inspiring team at Universal has been a dream come true! They really understood my aesthetic and vision for the collection and allowed me the freedom to create. It has been a wonderful introduction into the industry that has really reignited and pushed my creative side. I’ve loved the entire process, from the initial concept and sketches, to choosing colors, textures, fabrics and finishes, to now seeing the finished products; it has been an incredibly exciting and rewarding experience. It’s a wonderful partnership and I’m so excited to finally launch the collection!

What’s your favorite app? Snapchat! I love all the different lenses that you can put on your face and it’s a fun way to stay connected with family and friends. The kids love calling my grandma in Australia on Snapchat—they use all the different lenses and it keeps them engaged.

What’s your favorite Instagram account you follow? @koraorganics of course!

What is your favorite thing to do when you’re not working? Spend time with my family! We love to read books, cook together and do arts and crafts.

What is your favorite vice or indulgence? My mom just bought me a Theragun for Christmas and I’m obsessed! It’s the ultimate at-home massage tool that I look forward to indulging in at the end of the day when the kids are asleep.

Do you have a favorite charity or one you like to support? My husband and I support numerous charities and like to help as much as we can. I think it’s important to give back, and we teach our children about kindness and compassion. We recently donated to 29 organizations that are supporting those most in need from the impact of COVID-19. They are focusing on those that need health and food security, housing or are experiencing financial hardship.

What’s the best advice you’ve ever been given? Probably from my husband, Evan. He told me not to be afraid of asking people for help or advice. I used to assume it would be a burden if asked someone that I looked up to for advice, but I have since learned that people enjoy helping if and when they can.