You know Colleen Cole, right? Well, just in case you aren’t as familiar as we are, she is the face behind some of your favorite products and Instagram highlights. But she is so much more than a fantastic collection of photography.
We were determined to find out as much about Colleen as she would let us, and along the way, we ended up discovering some important things about ourselves.
I usually can tell how people are feeling without them having to tell me.
Urbasm: Hi Colleen, what are your plans for 2021?
Colleen Cole: For 2021 I’m planning on focusing on modeling and getting into better shape!
Urbasm: To expand on that a bit, what would you like to accomplish, both career and personal, for the coming year?
Colleen Cole: Would really just like to focus on my fitness and career this year. Also very interested in taking a plant-based nutrition course.
Urbasm: Every time you get in front of a camera, do you have various characters you play, or is it more of an extension of yourself that we see?
Colleen Cole: I would say I just play a more confident version of myself. Some days are better than others but it’s very important to be confident because that will read the most in photos.
Urbasm: How would you describe your style?
Colleen Cole: My style is very simple and mostly sporty. I love wearing activewear and sneakers most of the time. I also do my best to exclude any animal-based products such as clothing, makeup, and accessories.
Urbasm: What is something about yourself that most people don’t know and might find surprising?
Colleen Cole: Something people might find surprising is that since I’m vegan and a model, I often have a hard time finding clothing that aligns with my beliefs. Leather, in particular, is very prominent in fashion.
Urbasm: What has been both your proudest moment and most difficult?
Colleen Cole: My proudest and most difficult moment was when I initially went vegan. It’s a very significant lifestyle change and not always the easiest, but it was one of the best decisions I ever made.
Urbasm: We’ve discovered that almost everybody has a hidden superpower. What is yours?
Colleen Cole: I think my hidden superpower is being able to read people’s energy. I usually can tell how people are feeling without them having to tell me.
Urbasm: That is a useful superpower. Let’s say that you were stranded on an island, who or what would you need to have with you?
Colleen Cole: If I was stranded on an island I would want my dog Zero with me. He’s great company!
Urbasm: Besides Zero, which we’re sure has played a big part in this next question, what has been the key to finding balance in your life while being secluded during COVID?
Colleen Cole: Finding balance during COVID is something that’s ongoing but what helps me is talking to people I love and finding time to still go outside and be active.
Urbasm: Let’s change gears to another passion of yours. As a practiced and proud Vegan, what is your advice to our readers on how to get started with that lifestyle?
Colleen Cole: If you’re interested in going vegan I would say just make sure to educate yourself on what a proper diet looks like and keep your motivations at the front of your mind because there are a lot of challenges that will try to derail you. Also, make sure to know the difference between being “vegan” and being “plant-based”!
60 second Speed Round
Colleen, what is your favorite…
Book?
How Not to Die by Michael Greger, M.D.
Film?
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Superhero?
Batman
Television character?
Dexter
Guilty pleasure?
Reality-TV
Place on earth?
Anywhere tropical
Room in your home?
Bedroom. I like to sleep.
Vegan Food?
Changes all the time. Usually anything spicy.
Colleen, would you rather…
Cake, pie, or cookies?
Cookies
Kombucha, wine, or beer?
Wine
Morning or night?
Night
Bath or shower?
Shower
Warm or cold?
Warm
Dog or cat?
Both!
Dinner or dancing?
Dinner
Urbasm: Let’s get down to some serious business, Colleen. What are the three things that every man should know about you?
Colleen Cole: Three things they should know about me would be that being vegan is very important to me, I try my best to be active and I also really like vegan junk food.
Urbasm: Moving to a grander scale, what would you say are the three things every man should know about women in general?
Colleen Cole: Three things to know about women, in general, are that we like to be heard, we appreciate small gestures, and we like someone who isn’t afraid to show their sensitive side.
Urbasm: We’ve been saving the hardest for last: What are the three things a man should know about himself in order to become a better man, according to you?
Colleen Cole: Three things [a man] should know about himself would be to know [his] values, know [his] strengths, and weaknesses. Sounds simple but that’s because it is.
Urbasm: The simplest things are simply the hardest to accomplish within a man’s mind. Thank you so much for chatting with us Colleen.
Parting is always such sweet sorrow, but in this case, it can only be the beginning if you follow Colleen on Instagram – of which we highly recommend that you do.
About Dr. Eric J. Leech
Eric has written for over a decade. Then one day he created Urbasm.com, a site for every guy.
About Dr. Eric J. Leech