Claudia Schiffer: What Not To Wear On The School Run

Claudia Schiffer spends many of her weekday mornings like moms everywhere – dropping her kids off at school. But unlike the rest of us, the supermodel has to contend with more than just crossing guards and carpool lines. Claudia is often snapped by paparazzi on her school runs with 6-year-old daughter Clementine and son Caspar, 8, so she has to pay closer attention than most to her attire.

“You can’t be too over-dressed or too sexy on the school run. It’s about being practical and comfortable,” she says in the June 2011 issue of Harper’s Bazaar UK.

But that doesn't mean Claudia belabors clothing purchases – it's quite the opposite. “If I go into a store, I’m not one of those people who look around and aren’t sure. Five minutes and I’m out of there — most of the time I don’t even try things on," she says.

The busy cover girl, who is also mom to Cosima Violet, 13 months, will be launching a luxe collection of knitwear later this year. “It’s the first time I have put my name to something. I feel very confident, but also very nervous," she admits. "Who knew? Maybe it will just be me, the only person in the whole world who likes it.

“I’ve worked far too long in the fashion industry that I could just sell out," Claudia continues. "I always knew I wanted to do something that I would love myself, something to be proud of. I’ve had a lot of friends who said I was insane. But for me, it’s not just about the money."