Amy Pugsley 
Netflix is getting most of us through the pandemic and Season 2 of the real-estate meets reality show, Selling Sunset, couldn’t have been released at a better time. What’s more ideal than binge-watching the sale of ultra-luxurious properties to the rich and famous while jade rolling on the couch?
If you haven’t already binge-watched the entire season then fasten your seatbelts! The American reality show follows the Oppenheim Group’s incredible team of realtors as they broker multi-million dollar deals in Louboutins and designer outfits. Unlike most reality shows, Selling Sunset is a refreshing mix of business and pleasure focusing on both the personal and professional lives of the cast. As you can expect from a reality show, it isn’t all fun and games on the Sunset Strip; the ladies are friends as well as fierce competitors as they strive to outsell one another. Flair Magazine was lucky enough to sit down with two of the stars of the show, Christine Quinn and Heather Rae Young to ask them some of our burning questions.
Christine Quinn
How has your life changed since Selling Sunset was aired on Netflix?
Since Selling Sunset has aired, I have been blessed with so many opportunities and new friends! I did the show because I wanted to entertain and inspire people. I love interacting with fans. Social media is such an incredible platform. I have really enjoyed using my platform as a neutral place for love and kindness.
Spill the tea! Have you worked with any celebrities? How was it?
I have worked with loads of celebrities. I am always surprised on how down to earth and humble most of them are. I am currently working with Karamo Brown, from ‘Queer Eye’ on Netflix. I look forward to helping him find the home of his dreams. He is such a positive person who prides himself on helping people become the best versions of themselves. Naturally, I knew we would be the perfect match! I showed a home to Kendal Jenner once. She is naturally stunning and super chill. I have also worked with Orlando Bloom, he was an absolute blast.
Season 2 of Selling Sunset is out now on Netflix and most of us have already binge-watched it. Can you tell fans what they can expect in Season 3?
Season 3 is the best season yet. I am currently undergoing construction on my home. You will see an exclusive ‘sneak peek’ of me working with my designer to transform my dream home. The viewers will also join me in the wedding planning journey, all the way through to the big day. During the finale, my dream wedding finally comes to life! There are so many intricate details, and surprises that I can’t wait to share.
(Season 3 will premiere on August 7, 2020)
What is a must-have home design feature that you are currently obsessed with?
I love to cook and my kitchen is the favorite part of my home. Beverages are my jam. Flavored waters, sodas, juice, etc. We decided to incorporate a special glass ‘beverage’ fridge as a display feature in our home. I want it to be treated as a piece of art with neatly organized drinks by color. I was actually inspired by Kris Jenner for this piece. She always has an immaculately clean glass fridge full of refreshing options. I am a sucker for a fancy bubbly water.
What is your favourite part of working at the Oppenheim Group?
The family dynamic we have is really special. We are all friends outside of the office, and strive to create a causal, yet fun, work environment. We set our own schedules, and are able to work when we want, and we can be selective with clients. I love being able to set my own hours and be my own boss.
Heather Rae Young
How has your life changed since Selling Sunset was aired on Netflix?
Wow life changed a lot for me not only in my personal life but my business life. I am in an amazing relationship with Tarek El Moussa (from HGTV’s “Flip or Flop” and “Flipping 101”) you get to see the beginning of my relationship unfold with him and his children and how I navigate through balancing a new relationship and my busy work life. We have now been together 1o months and we are so in love. It’s amazing because we are both in the same business and both on TV and have so much in common. He really understands me and my work and we can bounce ideas off each other and I can turn to him for advice since he’s been in this business longer than me.
After season 1 of “Selling Sunset” came out, we had a lot of fake buyers and I had to navigate who was real and who wasn’t. I think being a a woman real estate agent in this cut throat business gave me credibility.
Spill the tea! Have you worked with any celebrities? How was it?
I have personally worked with professional athletes, but the Oppenheim group as a team works with many celebrities.
Season 2 of Selling Sunset is out now on Netflix and most of us have already binge-watched it. Can you tell fans what they can expect in Season 3?
Well, in my opinion season 2 is juicier with more drama than season 1. Season 3 has even more drama plus more gorgeous real estate, a wedding, a divorce and much more. We are so excited to show the world the amazing homes, designs and architecture that we get to see on an everyday basis.
What is a must-have home design feature that you are currently obsessed with?
I am obsessed with mid-century modern design and adding textures to walls. Don’t be afraid to add wallpaper. Sexy lighting to me is one of the most important features in a home. I also love carpet in the master bedroom and master closet. I love waking up and putting my feet down on something warm and soft.
What is your favourite part of working at the Oppenheim Group?
It’s a boutique agency so it’s small, which I love because we are like a family, we push each other to be better and work harder. It’s a cut-throat business and other agents can be tough. It’s nice to know we can count on each other with business matters and our personal lives.
