Hailey Bieber secures Interview magazine cover after confident party pitch
Hailey Bieber stunned journalist Mel Ottenberg while wearing a dazzling backless black gown
- Hailey Bieber secured a magazine cover by pitching the editor directly at a party.
- Editor Mel Ottenberg described the encounter at the iconic Chateau Marmont hotel.
- Bieber bypassed industry formalities to request a feature in Interview magazine.
Hailey Bieber has furthered her reputation as a formidable go-getter following a bold encounter with Mel Ottenberg, the Editor in Chief of Interview magazine.
The meeting took place at a glitzy event at the iconic Chateau Marmont, where the cosmetics mogul made a lasting impression on the journalist.
Dressed in a sheer, beaded, backless black gown, Bieber reportedly approached Ottenberg with a direct and career-defining pitch, bypassing the usual industry formalities in favour of a more assertive and personal approach to securing her next major feature.
Ottenberg recalled the interaction on his Instagram account, noting that Bieber strutted over to him to state her intentions clearly.
"Hey Mel, I like those Interview covers. I'd like to get me one of those; it’s time," she reportedly told him. The editor agreed immediately, and the pair even performed a "pinky swear" to seal the deal.
Upon returning to New York, the editorial team was impressed by Bieber’s confident method of communication.
Ottenberg concluded that the timing was perfect to feature her, describing the entrepreneur as the "American Dream" due to her fame, family life, and the success of her billion-dollar business.
The resulting feature highlights Bieber’s signature approach to reaching the top of her profession with unwavering confidence and a lack of fear.
This hallmark of her career has allowed her to transition successfully from modelling to becoming a respected figure in the beauty industry.
The magazine's decision to "do her now" reflects the cultural impact of her latest business ventures and her undeniable status as a modern style icon.