10 Questions
Where does Chloe lead the way to for the interview?
An ancient caravan parked next to the house
What did Chloe train as originally?
A make-up artist
Where did Chloe work for a short period?
Japan
What was Chloe's experience like in Japan?
It was very demanding and she felt homesick at first
What is unique about Chloe's music career?
She sings with bands in different countries
What did Chloe initially get offered in Sweden?
A songwriting job with a team for major stars
What happened to Chloe when she climbed up the ladder to her bed?
She fell and cracked three ribs
What inspired Chloe to stage vintage fairs?
Her love for vintage clothes from the 1950s
What was the outcome of the first vintage fair?
It was a huge hit with 300 attendees
What is one of the reasons Chloe likes old things?
They have more character than modern items
Study Notes
Early Life and Career
- Chloe Kelling left her home in the country at 19 to pursue a modeling career in London.
- She originally trained as a makeup artist and worked in adverts and the fashion industry.
Modeling Career
- Chloe worked as a model in Japan for a short period but felt homesick and found the work demanding.
- She met many nice people but didn't settle in well during her time in Japan.
Music Career
- Chloe began making contacts in the music industry alongside her modeling career.
- She joined a girl band that broke up before achieving success, then became the lead singer of the band Whoosh.
- Whoosh features on a best-selling clubbing album, and Chloe also sings with two other bands, one based in Sweden and another in London, each with a distinct style.
Songwriting and Sweden
- Chloe's work with Whoosh led to a songwriting job in Sweden with a team responsible for songs for major stars.
- She gradually became more involved in writing music for her own band.
- Chloe divides her time between London and Sweden.
Accident and Recovery
- During her first stay in Sweden, Chloe fell while climbing a ladder to a high bed and cracked three ribs.
- She was hospitalized and stayed longer than planned, finding it frustrating and painful.
- During her recovery, Chloe came up with the idea of staging vintage fairs.
Vintage Fairs
- Chloe has always loved vintage clothes, particularly from the 1950s, and decided to stage an event for like-minded people.
- The first fair was held in her home village, featuring stalls selling vintage clothes and crafts from the 1950s.
- The fair was a huge success, with 300 attendees, and Chloe decided to continue hosting them.
- The fairs appeal to all ages and promote recycling and the charm of older items.
Explore the life and career of Chloe Kelling, from her modeling days to her music career, including her experiences in Japan.
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