Top 60 Quotes & Sayings by Ashley Madekwe

Explore popular quotes and sayings by an English actress Ashley Madekwe.
Last updated on December 3, 2024.
Ashley Madekwe

Ashley Madekwe is a British actress. She is well known for her roles as call girl Bambi in the ITV2 series Secret Diary of a Call Girl, social climber Ashley Davenport on the ABC drama series Revenge and the witch Tituba in the WGN America series Salem. In 2021, Madekwe was nominated for the BAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her role in County Lines.

I think the best way to keep a relationship hot is to simply try to make time for each other. That's it.
I like shopping from the comfort of my bed whilst my husband is asleep beside me.
I've teamed up with BaubleBar to curate a collection of gorgeous jewelry pieces. I worked closely with the BaubleBar team to design a collection that encompasses my style and all of my go to pieces.
The water in L.A. tastes like bleach. I literally have to make my tea with Evian water. — © Ashley Madekwe
The water in L.A. tastes like bleach. I literally have to make my tea with Evian water.
I can remember hearing the theme tune to Dallas when I was supposed to be in bed. I would sneak down and try to watch it through the banisters. My mum loved that show.
I'm happy with embellishment in a chunky Prada-esque way, but I'm not into sequins!
I still credit Adrian Lester with being one of my biggest influences.
Don't be afraid to pile on the midi rings! I like to play around with metals and pair delicate rings with chunkier ones.
I love trashy reality TV - all of it.
I love women that have an ease to the way they dress. I think Vanessa Paradis and Alexa Chung do that very well.
I don't see myself as famous at all so I'm continuing my life as normal.
I am a Topshop homing pigeon! I can walk into the Oxford Circus branch and ferret out the best bits in minutes.
I throw a leather biker jacket over everything. It adds an instant downtown cool vibe and stops a look becoming too girlie. Bonus points if you wear it like a cape!
Creating a character is about what they look like. The look speaks volume to the audience. — © Ashley Madekwe
Creating a character is about what they look like. The look speaks volume to the audience.
If I'm outside, I want something flat on my feet.
I grew up in London. My parents and I lived in West Norwood, then we moved to Norbury, and I went to the Brit School. I'm a South London girl at heart.
I was definitely nervous turning up on my first day to shoot with Woody Allen.
When the weather is really hot, I tend to live in denim cut-offs.
I'm usually pretty good about meeting people. I try to remember they are human, too!
A light cotton cami is always great to stay cool.
I love tea.
Daphne Guinness, who makes couture seem wearable, is an icon who influences what I wear.
I'm known for changing halfway through the day if my mood swings.
Mascara is my daily essential. I pile it on top and bottom lashes during the day. If I'm going out, I'll add the individual Eylure lashes at the outer corners for more drama.
There's no rhyme or reason to how I dress.
I love anything leopard print, but sometimes an all over print can be a bit much.
My ginger tabby cat Oscar - he's got his own passport - he comes everywhere with me.
I always have loved witches.
I like to play around with mixing high-end with more affordable pieces.
A colorful Chanel bag is a way to mix up anything.
I started my blog as an online diary. I moved to New York for a job, and I kind of wanted to keep my pictures all in one place. Also, I just love style blogs and wanted to join in on the fun!
I originally wanted to be a pop star. I wanted to be Kylie Minogue. My dad thought that was a very silly ambition and introduced me to drama classes. Once I became fixated on that, there was no stopping me.
I'm terrible at posting regularly; I don't deserve the blog success!
I hate it when people are impolite to waiters or to the valet or the guy in the supermarket. There's no need for that; it doesn't cost anything to be polite.
When I first started working on 'Secret Diary,' I definitely felt like I needed to shape up. The idea of being in my knickers on TV was a great incentive! Now I try to eat right, and I go to Bikram yoga three or four times a week. I have my 'naughty' days, and I indulge in pizza and cake, but so what!
Topshop makes the best skinny jeans for my shape. I order online or stock up when I'm back in London.
The second I tell myself I have to do something, I'm sure to do the opposite.
On the 'Revenge' set, even if they're not showing my feet, I'll still wear my heels because it gets me in the feeling of Ashley Davenport.
I like what Proenza Schouler is doing. I also love the Miu Miu chunky embellished shoes and really like Prada as well. — © Ashley Madekwe
I like what Proenza Schouler is doing. I also love the Miu Miu chunky embellished shoes and really like Prada as well.
Comfort is key for a barbecue.
My first job was a film called 'Storm Damage' for the BBC. I was 16 and working with really respected British actors. I didn't have an agent at the time, and it kind of threw me into real acting.
I like Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream, as it's great for soothing dry skin and adding shine. I use it instead of balm, too.
It often looks like an actor's had a big break out of nowhere, but in reality, they've been working their way up, little by little, for a while.
On shooting days, I have all my accessories, and I style the final look.
I like pieces that have everyday appeal and can be worn anywhere!
Nude nail polish wins hands down over intricate nail art.
It's not exactly under the radar, but when I'm in London, I love to visit Liberty. It's my favorite department store, and they have a room entirely dedicated to chocolate and truffles.
I wish I wasn't eating Cheetos every night. Those are my favorite - I'm addicted to them!
If I love something, I wear it to death! — © Ashley Madekwe
If I love something, I wear it to death!
Statement earrings and statement necklaces each deserve their own moment. I never wear the two together; it looks overdone.
Nobody is all good or all bad.
I've been known to spend an afternoon on ASOS.com. There's just so much on there, and I can't stand not seeing all the new arrivals just in case I miss out.
I always carry multipurpose products in my handbag.
Fashion is ultimately a form of self-expression. That's why I love trying out new things.
You should see some of the things people tweet me. There have been death wishes on my Twitter timeline.
I've read 'Valley of the Dolls' at least four times. It's so epic!
I like TV on demand and Cheetos.
When someone comes to visit me, they have to bring tea - you can't stay in my house if you don't bring me tea.
I like Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream, as its great for soothing dry skin and adding shine. I use it instead of balm, too.
Fashion is ultimately a form of self-expression. Thats why I love trying out new things.
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