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Katie: Karen is Way Off Base With Her Assessment of Ashley

Katie weighs in on her Casino Royale event and how she felt about Karen and Ashley's clash about Rayvin. 

By Katie Rost
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Bravotv.com: Tell us about delaying your event and deciding not to invite some of the ladies.

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Katie Rost: I decided to delay the Casino Royale event until ball and gala season, rather than try to execute them last summer because I was offered to join other projects that were already well underway. I had a great time hosting DC Swim Week and was excited to bring attention to great local and international designers who have a strong presence in the nation’s capital. I also started working with QVC again and made some great relationships that will help my event be even bigger and better than I first conceived. Look forward to big things!

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Bravotv.com: Why didn’t you attend Gizelle’s event and what did you think of her confronting you about not RSVP-ing?

KR: I didn't attend Gizelle’s event because I needed to focus on my own work. Everyone else was looking out for number one, I just followed suit. However, since the "focus" group, I told Gizelle I'd help her in the future. She doesn't need my help with a focus group. I'm better suited for promotion once she gets her product together. I wish her all the luck in the world.

Bravotv.com: What is your reaction to Karen’s smaller scaled event considering she turned you down?

KR: Karen's event was confusing. She absolutely did not make it clear it was a launch to announce another launch, which is a concept I've never heard of before other than a press release or press party. However, I understand her deciding to scale back just as I decided to rethink my event. We all have to adjust and adapt as conditions change. That's part of the game. 

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Bravotv.com: What do you think about Karen and Ashley’s clash about the Rayvin comment?

KR: I think Ashley is an incredible role model and woman. She represents herself and her family AND this area very well. Karen is way off base in her assessment of Ashley. I think Rayvin, and any other young lady would benefit from having Ashley as a role model. She's a rockstar.

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