HarperTeen (one of my favorite publishers ever) set me up with an exclusive Q&A with Lauren Conrad for the release of her brand new follow-up novel, Sweet Little Lies. As a longtime fan of The Hills and a fellow former Teen Vogue intern, I can't possibly be more thrilled to get my hands on her L.A. Candy sequel.Jane‘s love life is complicated. What’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given about dating?
You have to kiss a lot of frogs before you find your prince. Dating isn't just about figuring out what kind of person you want to be with, but also deciding what kind of guy you want to avoid the next time around.
Everyone has an opinion about who Jane should date. Do you ever try to set your friends up?
I have tried to set a couple of my friends up, but I have a pretty low success rate so far. I think that a set-up puts pressure on both people and it can feel a little forced. I think it's best to meet someone when you're not looking and less likely to settle.
What’s the most unique/funniest gift you’ve ever been given for Valentine’s Day?
I'm not really a Valentine's Day person, or much of a romantic at all. I don't really like getting flowers or cheesy gestures. Last Valentine's Day I had insisted that I didn't want to do anything special. No flowers, candy, or reservations at an overcrowded restaurant—just takeout and a movie. My boyfriend showed up with a single rose and called it "insurance" just in case I was just trying to be cool about Valentine's Day. I thought that it was sweet.
It doesn’t get quite as cold in southern California as it does in other parts of the country, but what’s your favorite winterwear and why?
Big, soft sweaters. If you get a loose knit one, they aren't too warm but they are so cozy.
During the winter do you ever hit the slopes, or do you stick to sandy beaches?
I usually migrate south of the border to Mexico. I occasionally take a snowy trip, but if I do, I don't spend much time outside.
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