I’m a rich former ‘Toddlers & Tiaras’ star — but my life is still tough
Lifestyles of the rich and the famous.
Isabella Barrett, a “self-made” millionaire who first dazzled audiences on TLC’s “Toddlers & Tiaras,” is now a fashion influencer who lives a busy life jet-setting around the world and influencing her 1.5 million social media followers.
“People have no idea how hard I work. It’s a tough job as I’ve got four websites — House of Barretti, NYFW Merch, Bella Barretti, and Bella Barrett,” the 17-year-old recently told the Sun.
“Last time I checked, my net worth was several million dollars — but my mom says I’m priceless.”
That’s not to say that everything has been a big win, she additionally told The Post, adding that even her losses have been instructive for her career.
“Hard work pays off and because I love what I do, it doesn’t feel like work,” she explained. “Also, I want my fans to know not every business I started was a winner — I have created things that failed, too, and learn from them.”
Shortly after her pageant days, Barrett launched her own jewelry line called Glitzy Girl, which reportedly entered her into millionaire status.
“I come from a long line of entrepreneurs. My dad’s a successful business owner and my mom became a millionaire with her company Park Avenue Puppies. She gave up so much to travel with me and chase my dreams,” Barrett explained.
Nowadays, the Rhode Island native’s hard work also includes modeling and top brand endorsements. Combined with her companies, Barrett claims to earn at least $10,000 a month.
But during fashion week, Barrett can rake in $30,000 in just seven days, she said.
“I shell out a fortune creating my fashion week collections — about $20,000 on fabric plus $10,000 on tailoring — and plenty of celebrities wear my designs,” she explained, mentioning Pink’s daughter Willow Hart, 12, as a past client.
It costs money to look the part, too.
Barrett has a favorite makeup artist on each coast, and most days she spends $350 to get all dolled up for online meetings or content filming.
“The worst slurs I get are, ‘Why so much make-up’ or ‘Stop the fake tan,’ but it doesn’t bother me anymore,” she told the Sun about online haters.
“What can people say? I’m young and successful and I’ve done it all by myself.”
Barrett claims she makes “sensible” financial decisions but also likes to treat herself. She says her handbag collection, which is full of Louis Vuitton and Gucci pieces, is worth at least $100,000.
“I’ve got a $20,000 jet ski and I love my sneaker collection, which is worth about $100,000,” she said.
“I know trolls must think I’m selfish for enjoying a lavish lifestyle in a global cost of living crisis, but I don’t take my luxuries for granted. I have a big heart and I’m always supporting charities in any way I can,” she added.
“I don’t have the perfect life, but I’m pretty happy with how it’s gone so far.”
Her future goals include becoming a billionaire and building more companies to run.
“My biggest piece of advice for anyone who wants to be successful is to make a goal sheet and stick to it,” she advised.
She also shared advice for her fans regarding their own career dreams.
“First find something you love to do — and then figure out a way to make money at it!“ she told The Post.
