43-year-old fashion designer, Rebecca Minkoff, has sashayed her way onto the Bravo reality show we all love to hate (or hate to love) The Real Housewives of New York City! Fashion, feuds, and… Scientology?! Oh, it’s about to get juicier than last week’s cabaret.
In a new interview, our chic new housewife spilled the beans on why she joined the Bravo circus, her “applied religious philosophy” (read: Scientology), and whether she’s ready for the inevitable onslaught of shade. Spoiler: She is. Leather designer = thick skin. She came prepared.
Why Bravo? Why Now?
When Elle popped the million-dollar question — “Why in the name of reality TV would you willingly sign up for this madness?” — Rebecca hit us with a mic-drop moment. “I said to my husband, ‘Babe, if I don’t do this, I already know exactly how our life plays out…boring!’ But if I join Housewives, well, who knows what chaos awaits? Fun, right?” Girl, we live for that kind of attitude. Predictability is so 2022. Bring on the unpredictability and inevitable Pinot-fueled meltdowns!
And let’s get real for a sec: Minkoff’s got a plan. “I’m just gonna be me,” she declared, “and if the world’s not ready for that, they can vote me off the island!” Ah yes, that timeless Survivor energy! She’s prepared to keep it 100% authentic, even if it means dodging flying wine glasses like Neo in The Matrix.
Housewives Drama, But Make It Zen
Rebecca’s not just here to toss drinks and throw shade. Nope, she’s bringing the calm to the storm. “You’ve seen my friends on the show. They’re out here ready to brawl. Do we really need more screaming about who didn’t RSVP to the yacht party?” Rebecca asked, with what I can only assume was a perfectly arched brow. “Or can someone step in and say, ‘Hey ladies, what if we, like, got along?’” Sweetie, we love the optimism, but this is Bravo. Good luck with that!
Thick Skin? She’s Basically a Human Suitcase
Opening her life up to the scrutiny of people who dedicate their weekends to watching marathon Housewives episodes seems like a risky move. But Rebecca’s been sharpening her armor for years. “People in fashion? Ruthless,” she explained. “Reviews, buyers, you name it. If you survive that, Housewives is a walk in Central Park.”
And just in case the drama really heats up, Rebecca’s in the leather business. Translation: her skin is basically indestructible. So while the other housewives might crack under pressure, Rebecca’s just over here, cool as a cucumber, tossing another shrimp on the barbie like it’s no biggie.
Scientology: Less Drama, More Zen
Now, we can’t talk about Rebecca Minkoff without bringing up her spiritual side. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, she’s a Scientologist, or as she calls it, a practitioner of “applied religious philosophy” (because calling it just a “religion” is sooo last season). When asked how it fits into her fashion-forward lifestyle, Rebecca kept it simple: “Scientology helps me deal with the stress, communicate better, and handle difficult personalities.” Let’s be honest, we’ve all met a difficult personality or two at a cocktail party. So, respect.
But Why the Fascination with Scientology?
Well, according to Rebecca, it’s all about that new-new. “Judaism’s been around for 4,000 years, Christianity about 2,000. Scientology? We’re the new kid on the block,” she explained. People are just nosy when it comes to something fresh. Like a new Hermès bag drop, but with fewer Birkin bags and more “free online courses.” Yes, Rebecca dropped the ultimate humble brag: free courses! Nothing says “curious cult classic” like an online learning platform.
So, what’s next for Rebecca? Fashion week, leather jackets, and maybe a little meditation while dodging drama in the Big Apple. One thing’s for sure: we’ll be watching every glorious minute of it.
Now, someone pass the popcorn. 🍿
