Congratulations Karen on taking over the crown for the Face of Tempted 2013, tell us were you someone who dressed her barbies and practised modelling in heels when you were a child?
To be honest, as a kid I was a real tomboy and had more tractors and animals than dolls. I did have a Tiny Tears though, which I eventually pulled to pieces.
I spent my time in wellies running around the fields. I loved being mucky!! As my sister said at my wedding in a speech, she was very confused growing up.......she had a sister who dressed like a boy and a brother, who had no choice but to be dressed like a girl (when we got our hands on him!!)
I was very much into sports and really had no interest in fashion. This all changed when I lived with my friend Liz O' Connor. I never had confidence to wear certain clothing (such as leggings and dresses) but she made me try on lots of different clothes and I eventually gave in!! My sister Louise and Liz (who don't lack confidence!!!) really made me feel comfortable in my skin. This boosted my confidence considerably. My T shirt for my Hen party said "Once and ugly duckling, Now a beautiful swan!!"