Having one of the best jobs on TV where she gets to visit some of the coolest holiday destinations around the world as presenter of No Frontiers, to co-presenting Saturday night’s Winning Streak with Mary Whelan, the beautiful Kathryn Thomas takes time out of her busy schedule to chat to Kevin O’Brien of Fashion.ie about her life and how fashion plays fits into her day to day life.
Where did you grown up?
Carlow
Where are you living now?
Dublin
Most memorable childhood memory?
Summers on the beach in Wexford
What kind of child they were (shy, outgoing, troubling, etc.)
Outgoing and full of trouble
Married / Single?
Single
How would you describe yourself in three words?
I'm a good listener, I'm a fast learner and I'm fun
What else would you be if you weren't a TV Presenter?
I always wanted to be an actress but I'd probably be in TV production
Do you remember how old you were when you started caring about how you dressed?
Until the age of 16, I cared about looking like a rock chick. Lace up doc martins, gins n roses t shirt, white foundation and black eyes. When I really started learning about fashion was in college.
Health and fitness are a huge passion of yours… What health or fitness change has made the biggest impact in your life?
I grew up working outside and on the move filming No Frontiers. I think that was hugely beneficial for my health
What are your favourite colours?
Black, navy and dusk pink
What is your favourite piece of clothing?
Hello Skinny jeans
Describe what you like to wear for casual nights out?
Black jeans, black tank top and 5 inch heels
Where do you normally shop for clothes?
River Island, Top Shop, Ted Baker, Camille Boutique in Malahide
Do you to accessorise with jewellery and bling?
In the jewellery stakes I’m usually less is more. I love bold and chunky as opposed to sparkly.
Favourite fashion designers/labels, describe?
I do love the Daisy collection, their stack rings are amazing
How do you plan your outfits for TV appearances?
I work with a great stylist called Claire Breen in RTE. She knows and understands my look and gets it right every time.
Have you ever had a wardrobe malfunctions on stage?
Yes, quite similar to what happened when I was dancing on a bar in Greece once. Let’s just say, the zip at the back came under too much pressure!
What do you look for when trying on clothes?
A great fit that flatters my shape. Something a little edgy and different
Do you shop for what's trendy or what works best for you?
Definitely what works best for me
What is the best fashion advice you've ever been given?
Emphasize your waist
Is there one fashion accessory that you simply can't live without?
Heels
Denim or leather?
Denim jeans but leather jackets
What do you prefer, Bikini or Swimsuit?
Bikini
Do you own many pairs of shoes, favourite pair?
Yes. My favourite are a pair of vintage 1950s silver and black shoes I got in New York
Describe a typical working day for you?
I can’t because they are so varied depending on what I’m doing but usually frantic, chasing my tail and doing 30 things at once.
What is one thing you must do before you leave the house?
Kiss my dogs and tell them not to eat any more of the furniture
If you knew were going to be put on a desert island for a month, name three things you would bring with you and why?
Sun cream for the obvious reason. A supply of books as I love reading and a large supply of alcohol, again for obvious reasons. Sounds like BLISS. When am I going??
Who inspires you?
People who are self-less
What would be the first thing you would do if today was your last day?
Gather my family and friends and have a proper feast
How do you spend your free time?
Doing interviews like this one!. I also seem to constantly have to tidy the house whenever I have free time.
You have travelled the world as presenter of “No Frontiers”, what is the best country you have visited and not forgetting the worst?
I love traveling in Africa. Ethiopia, Uganda, Namibia, Mali, Senegal. It’s such a beautiful continent and every time I visit, I long to go back. Worst country? I don't really have one. I got Asian flu when I was in Japan so Tokyo was a bit of a blur. Would like to go back not feeling like crap
What type of music do you listen to on your IPOD?
I’m a rock chick at heart. Love ACDC, Guns n Roses, Fleetwood Mac. Also love folk music too. Alison Krauss is on at the moment
What shows do you like to watch on TV?
Just got addicted to Downton Abbey which has replaced my addiction for Mad Men.
I love Chatty Man with Alan Carr. He makes me laugh so much
If you could speak to one type of animal, what would it be and why?
My dogs, so I could tell them to stop eating the furniture!
Who is the most interesting person you have ever met?
My Grandfather
If you could have lunch with 3 people (past or present) who would you choose and why?
Will Ferrell because he is one of the funniest people on the planet, Tom Crean for his stories about the world’s most unbelievable adventure to the South Pole and finally Adolf Hitler to try and get an insight into the mind of a psychopath who changed the course of history. Also I think Will Ferrell could do a brilliant impression of him.
Where do you see yourself in 3 years?
Happy and healthy and still giving out about my mortgage.
