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You might be familiar with the beautiful Shiva Safai as the fiancé of real estate mogul Mohamed Hadid and as a star on E!’s hit series Second Wives Club. Apart from being one of the members of the infamous Hadid clan, Safai is so much more. Born in Iran and raised in Norway, Shiva moved to Los Angeles at the age of 19 and for a decade she ran her own successful business checking criminal backgrounds. As a self-made businesswoman, Shiva travelled the world cultivating her passion for exquisite fashion and décor in places like Paris, Greece, and Egypt. Her passion grew into a burgeoning lifestyle brand and amassing nearly 600K followers on Instagram on the way. We get up close and personal with Shiva and chat with her about her lifestyle, beauty, and charitable causes.
How would you describe your style? How does your international background influence it?
I am very much into the timeless elegant look. I like clean lines and invest in classic pieces that I can keep in my closet for years to come and it would never go out of style. I am definitely connected and influenced by all three (Iran, Norway, US). My parents were very good at making sure I knew where I came from my roots and my culture. Growing up in Norway has definitely also shaped who I am today. And my new home USA is where I feel at peace.
What are the biggest challenges that you have faced in your career so far?
It’s very important to cancel all the negative outside noise and focus on what’s real and what your goal and passion in life is. Because haters will always hate and they want to criticize and want to see you fail.
Reality TV can be exhausting. How do you stay sane amidst the drama?
It’s really important to keep a balance and make sure you don’t bring back the drama into your home when the cameras are off. You want to be able to disconnect and keep the drama out of your private life.
Your heavily involved in the Iranian charity, Mahak, why is it important to you to be involved in charitable endeavors in Iran? What is next for you in terms of philanthropy?
I love being involved or to help in any way that I can when it comes to charities involving children. And the fact that Mahak charity is in Iran was very dear and close to my heart as it’s where I am from. But it doesn’t matter where in the world it is children everywhere need help and deserve safety and being healthy so I will always be involved in various charities and organizations.
What do you wish to accomplish in the future?
I definitely want to leave behind a name a mark on this world where I can look back and be proud of my accomplishments in life. I want my family and friends to be proud as well. I want to build a brand where it represents me in the most organic way possible.
Tell us something most people don’t know about Mohamed Hadid…
He was in the 1992 winter Olympic for speed skiing.
You are part of a famous family. How would you describe your relationship with Hadid’s extended family?
Just like any other modern/blended family. I am very blessed and grateful that we have a wonderful relationship built on respect and love.
Top 5 beauty products you can’t live without?
SPF sunblock every day, Nuxe lip balm, Anastasia eyebrow pencil, Shani Darden retinol cream, and Hydrocortisone cream if I get any blemishes.
Favorite cities?
Paris and Los Angeles
Hidden talent?
I learned to thread my own eyebrows.
Fashion or beauty idols?
I have always loved Jackie O and Grace Kelly they are to me the epitome of timeless class, beauty and fashion icon.
Favorite inspirational quote?
“Don’t call it a dream, call it a plan”
