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Forbes
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Julia Haart's NYC Apartment Is As Unorthodox As Her Life—Tour Her Stylish Tribeca Home
Julia Haart is a true force of nature. The entrepreneur and fashion designer might be known for her Netflix show, My UnOrthodox Life, but what's truly unorthodox about her is her incredible sense of interior design. While fans and viewers got a glimpse of it on television, there's a lot they didn't see. It's also changed since filming concluded and her ex-husband, Silvio Scaglia moved out. Located in Tribeca, Haart lives in a six-bedroom, six-bathroom home—with two additional powder rooms—spanning approximately 8000 square feet across three floors. While the condo is massive by Manhattan standards, it was the outdoor space that truly drew her in: an additional 3687 square feet spread across three levels. She tells me, 'I don't know any other apartment that has that. Most just have a rooftop. I have outdoor space on every level.' There's also a jaw-dropping view of the Statue of Liberty. 'I can wave to Lady Liberty every morning.' And while the h0me is ultra-luxurious and sophisticated, the entrepreneur and reality star reveals it's just as comfortable as it is chic. 'I wanted something that makes people smile, that feels unexpected and cozy. I believe houses are meant to be lived in. I don't want anything covered in plastic. I believe that between fabric and feelings, feelings should always win. I never want someone to feel bad if they spill wine or something. It's all okay.' Here's a look inside some of the most noteworthy spaces in Haart's home. The Bedroom Closet While Haart is perhaps on her fourth act as the designer of the shapewear line Body By Julia, her fifth act might just be as an inventor. As someone with a large designer wardrobe, a regular closet bar simply wasn't enough. 'One of my favorite parts of my house is a closet I invented with an Italian company. It's like a dry cleaner or like what you see in Clueless, but totally different—my own invention. As far as I know, it's the only one of its kind on the planet,' says the designer. She would also like to make her closet system commercially available at some point in the not-too-distant future. On the other side of the closet is a Lazy Shoesan, which is a large rotating platform that makes it easy for her to choose her footwear for the day. 'I also created a shoe Lazy Susan. Lazy Susans have been around forever, but I made mine just for shoes. It's really fun.' The Kitchen Haart values her kitchen above all other rooms, except for maybe her closet. With a stunning view of the Hudson River (which is present throughout the home), it features a mix of modern and contemporary finishes. With open shelves, marble floors, and appliances by Sub-Zero, Miele, La Cornue, and Wolf, it's luxury refined. One of the most noteworthy features is a sculptural hand-blown light fixture by Jeff Zimmerman. Simply showstopping, Haart notes the piece is one of her favorites. 'I love it because it makes me think of Superman's cave—you know, his thinking cave with all the ice skulls and that whole vibe. That's what it reminds me of, and I just love it.' Haart was just as intentional about the art she chose for the walls, a painting called Ha Ha Ha by Mel Bochner. 'I love it because it just makes me cheerful and smile. I think there's enough gray in the world, so having a whole painting that's basically laughter and joy in my kitchen—it's fun.' Lastly, she has a head-turning cutlery bouquet by artist Anne Carrington. 'I love it. It's my favorite piece,' says Haart. The Dining Room Featuring bold red walls, this room is unique and modern. With a handmade ceramic fireplace by Brooklyn artist Peter Lane, it's the perfect spot to gather. Haart also designed the wood dining table herself. The Den One of the biggest transformations in the home after Haart's former husband moved out was the den, which previously served as his office. Now, she uses it to relax and catch up on television with her 'ridiculous' 102-inch screen. She was thrilled to change it up. 'I moved a Haas Brothers couch from my bedroom in here, added some Gucci chairs, a table, a fridge, a freezer, and munchies on top. It's perfect for watching.' While the room used to belong to her least favorite person, it now holds furniture from one of her favorite brands. 'I'm obsessed with Haas Brothers. Their stuff is so playful and whimsical. I've got a Haas Brothers table, chairs, side tables—tons of pieces. Even the couch is theirs.' What's Next For Julia Haart Haart is super busy working on a variety of Body by Julia launches for fall, including sculpting shirts, tanks, and bodysuits that double as stand-alone ready-to-wear pieces or seamless layers under blazers and dresses. This fall debut will be followed by a revolutionary swimwear collection in December, combining shaping performance with the brand's signature color and print technology.
Daily Mail
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE: From Orthodox housewife to fashion powerhouse - How Julia Haart built a female empowerment empire out of shapewear
You may know Julia Haart from her hit Netflix reality series, 'My Unorthodox Life,' or perhaps from her best-selling book Brazen, but regardless of what you may know, there is one undeniable truth — Julia Haart is a force to be reckoned with. After leaving her Jewish Orthodox life behind, becoming CEO/Co-owner of one of the biggest modeling agencies, Elite World Group, starring alongside her four children in two smash-hit seasons of ' My Unorthodox Life,' and publishing a memoir, Julia Haart continues to move mountains in her six-inch-high heels. The decorated CEO, activist, author, and mom has spent the last decade speaking out for women worldwide and, in doing so, has become synonymous with the term 'freedom.' Most recently, the accomplished ex-Orthodox has thrown her hat in the entrepreneurial ring with the launch of her shapewear brand Body by Julia. Body by Julia The shapewear brand that is changing the game for good. Body by Julia strives to make every woman feel comfortable, powerful, and free through ultra-soft shapewear. From bras to bodysuits, there is something for every size, shape, and skin color. Julia Haart is the founder behind the revolutionary brand that is redefining the category one piece at a time. Prices Vary Shop Body by Julia is redefining not just shapewear — but women's views on self-confidence everywhere. The brand's mission has always been to create comfortably sexy pieces that make every woman feel incredible. 'Women should never feel uncomfortable or embarrassed in what they're wearing,' said Haart. For Haart, the biggest challenge when creating her shapewear was finding a way to give customers everything they not only wanted but needed, which is why her line, which currently features two bodysuit styles and a bra, goes beyond the typical. 'Fashion has always been about women and what they look like. But what fashion should really be about is women and what they feel like,' said Haart. POWERBOND BODYSUIT | Black 'It literally feels not like you're being hugged, but like you are receiving a hug.' Haart is her own brand's biggest fan often being seen wearing her bodysuit around NYC (yes, as a top!). The snatching shapewear comes in nude shades and black. What makes them so exceptional is the 'buttery soft' material, adjustable wide under strap, and made to fit cup sizing. $88 Shop The bodysuit is a personal favorite of Haart's, who wore it paired with a Versace set, saying: 'This is shapewear and a bodysuit and a bra all in one!' Unlike some other shapewear brands, the Body by Julia bodysuits were designed to do it all, and the best part is they go beyond regular sizing standards, 'It is the first of its kind. Not only is it fit for dress size, it's fit for cup size.' This means that women can ensure a perfect 360 fit no matter what size they are (and cup sizing goes up to F!). THE PERFECT BRA | Beige Not only is this bra Julia Haart approved, but it is editor-approved! We tried this MIRACLE working bra for ourselves and can attest to Haart's claim that it is so comfortable 'you can sleep in it.' The pull-on bra feels like a second skin with the Body by Julia signature fabric and comes in a plethora of shades. No matter what size you are these life-changing bras have your back with inclusive sizing that goes up to an F cup. $48 Shop Aside from the brand's best-selling bodysuits, they also are known for having 'buttery soft' bras. When creating the pull-on bra, Haart asked herself, 'How can you enjoy your day if you are sucked into a bra that's hurting you?' which ultimately led to the zero clasp design. MID-THIGH BODYSUIT | Beige 'It is the first of its kind that is not only fit for dress size, it's fit for cup size.' Unlike the shapewear commonly available to women, Body by Julia puts the female form first. Each bodysuit is sized uniquely to both cup size and dress size for maximum fit. The mid-thigh version of Haart's best-selling bodysuits is available in two shades and is so thin it can be worn under clothing seamlessly! $98 Shop Made from one-of-a-kind fabric, the bra is so good 'You could actually fall asleep in it!' said Haart. (We tried the rave reviewed piece out for ourselves and can attest the undeniably soft fabric is well worth the hype). Whether you are an experienced shapewear shopper or a newbie, Body by Julia was designed for every type of woman. 'It works for everyone, even if you're older and you know you are in your 50s like me, it encompasses all women, of all ages, of all ethnicities, and all sizes. ' So why Body by Julia? Easy. Its dedication to real women everywhere. 'It's such a freeing feeling, and that's really what it's about. Women should never be uncomfortable or ashamed of anything they put on their body — We're going to change that.'
