Lily Allen Feels Like 'Dumpling' During Chanel Photo Shoot

Sat, 04 September 2010 01:05:49 ET

Saying that she is 'aware' she doesn't look like Lara Stone or Kate Moss, the 'Smile' singer insists that the photo shoot for the brand's handbag campaign is an 'intimidating process.'

Lily Allen felt like a "dumpling" when she shot her campaign for Chanel. The British singer, who was the face of the French brand's handbag range, admits she was not confident during the photo shoot because she doesn't have normal model looks.

"When Karl Lagerfeld called about the campaign, I didn't tell anyone because I was convinced they made some huge mistake and that it wouldn't happen," she said. "I'm not a model so a Chanel shoot is an intimidating process because I'm very aware that I don't look like Lara Stone or Kate Moss. I sat there feeling like a suet dumpling!"

The 25-year-old star, who is currently expecting her first child with boyfriend Sam Cooper, also admits her shopping habits have changed since she became famous as she gets no privacy in high street stores.

She told Britain's Elle magazine, "My shopping habits definitely changed as I became more well known. I feel awkward now because people stop and stare and take pictures. That's probably why I'm more comfortable walking into Yves Saint Laurent and buying a handbag. That doesn't mean that I enjoy it more. Fame pushes you into designer stores because it gives you the luxury of privacy."

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