WSJ says being LC is hard work

Posted on March 21, 2008 2 Comments

If you’re anything like my friends, many of you are closet “The Hills” fans. While I’m always intrigued by the girly drama on the show (who doesn’t love a good LC/Heidi “confrontation”), I can’t help but wonder sometimes who these girls actually are and where their money comes from. Most 20-somethings I know can barely afford their rent. I think it’s safe to say that for some viewers, the show is a type of escapism… the chance to spend 30 minutes in the lives of beautiful people who are blissfully unburdened by finances and don’t mind living off mom and dad.

But an article in today’s Wall Street Journal profiles LC and claims her life isn’t as effortless as it looks. There apparently is actual work involved in selling Lauren as a brand beyond the MTV market. While she may have several advantages to propel her above 99.5 percent of 20-somethings, turns out she’s just another gal trying to make a name for herself.

You can enjoy the article here.

And props once again to the Wall Street Journal online, which continues to entice young women to become financially savvy by luring us in with stories about our favorite subjects. It may be a transparent tactic, but I really like that the Journal is showing interest in the younger generation. And it’s a welcome respite from reading about LC in UsWeekly and on Perez!

PS – Chicago is MISERABLE today. There is actually snow on the ground. It’s wet, cold and dark here. At least we’re all saving money during this LOOOOOOOONG winter. Everyone’s too groggy, crabby and down on the weather to go out.

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