My Version: LOVETA.
My Version chats to Kiwi stars and people of influence to give a glimpse into their time as a teen and see the things they are currently obsessed with!
This New Zealand Music Month, we are putting a focus on our country’s amazing up-and-comers.
Say hello to Lauren Marshall aka LOVETA.
Obsessed RN.
Currently bingeing:
I’ve been bingeing Vogue’s BTS videos of the 2023 MET Gala. I’m so fascinated by the process of creating the glam!
Song on repeat:
‘I’m Not High, I’m in Love’ - Bebe Rexha.
Favourite Insta account to follow:
‘Sh*t You Should Care About’ (current news) and Sammi Jefcoate (amazing fashion).
Must have beauty product:
Mecca To Save Face SPF50 Sunscreen - holy grail!
The item of clothing I’m definitely over wearing:
My super long houndstooth coat that my friend from the UK gifted me.
Currently reading:
The Universe Has Your Back - Gabrielle Bernstein.
Snacking on:
Popcorners - The sweet and salty flavour is super addictive!
Can’t stop watching on TikTok:
Singing covers from Grace Kinstler - her voice is incredible!
Dreaming of:
Taking a writing trip to a warm place with a heavenly beach where I can relax and create all day.
Next place on the list to travel to:
Ideally returning to Hawaii, but realistically travelling back to my old home of Melbourne for my best friends’ wedding.
I’m currently inspired by:
New music, Pinterest, documentaries, and what I have planned for the rest of the year.
My favourite way to relax is:
Soaking in a spa or getting a massage.
I stay healthy by:
Taking long walks in nature, getting as much sleep as possible, and eating a vegan diet
When I was younger…
One thing I love about Gen-Z is:
Their fresh take on fashion and pop culture, and their ability to make any moment or activity fun.
If I could give my teenage self one bit of advice, what would it be:
Don’t be so hard on yourself - good things are coming, and you won’t be living at home forever!
My dream job as a teen was:
Becoming a professional singer/recording artist - I’m proud to say I’m making that happen!
My favourite part of being a teenager was:
Having so much free time to hang out with friends, and the amazing music that was out back then.
Best piece of advice I ever received as a teen was:
The world is your oyster - think big!
My first job was:
A cleaner/assistant at a hair salon.
My biggest fashion faux-pas was:
The thick pink belts we used to wear over our jeans, tonnes of neon, and Supre everything!
My biggest inspiration was:
My favourite music artists - I used to love Rihanna, Panic at the Disco, My Chemical Romance, and Katy Perry. Also shows on MTV and Disney Channel.
Check out LOVETA’s latest single, Take It Slow, here.
