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| Lache' by J. Fulks |
Interview by Shauna Harris
Free Ambition: Where are you from?
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| Jessica Fulks |
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| Jessica Fulks |
Free Ambition: Where
do you live now?
Jessica Fulks:
I currently live
in Atlanta, Georgia. I recently moved here just to attend graduate
school.
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| Atlanta, Ga |
Free Ambition: How long have you been in the fashion industry?
Jessica Fulks::I have been
designing for about seven years now, since my sophomore year of
college.
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| https://twitter.com/LachebyJFulks |
Free Ambition: Was it a hard industry to break into?
Jessica Fulks:I still consider
myself and upcoming designer in the industry. It is a difficult
industry to break into, so that is why I just focus on designing and
creating garments that are true to my design aesthetic. I believe I
have customers out there and slowly but surely they are coming forth.
Free Ambition: What
are some the obstacles you encountered?
Jessica Fulks: The main obstacle
that I have encountered was when I first started out. I think I just
had a notion of wanting to design because I had no background, skill,
or knowledge of the fashion industry. I was more of an artist. I
started out not knowing anything about construction. I had to try to
overcome this obstacle by asking for extra help, staying after class,
working on projects that were not school related, entering
competitions, and starting a clothing line. I didn’t know much
then, but I’ve came up a lot.
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| https://twitter.com/LachebyJFulks |
Free Ambition: Do
you have any advice for upcoming fashion designers?
Jessica Fulks:Stay true to your
design aesthetic and vision. Remember to push yourself, but always
remember to edit. Remember that there is a customer out there, so
keep them in mind unless you are just designing for fun. Hard work
is the only way you will make it in this industry. Never become complacent and play into fads. As fast a fad can get you
recognition, the faster you are no longer relevant. You are only as
good as your last show.
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| https://twitter.com/LachebyJFulks |
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| https://twitter.com/LachebyJFulks |
Free Ambition: What
do you look for in the fashion models you select for your images?
Jessica Fulks:Of course I look for the correct height on an individual, but as far
as looks I try to go with unique looks when I want an editorial look.
If I am thinking of a commercial look, you have to have a great
smile. I also prefer models who are experienced with posing, and you
do not have to force a pose out of them. It makes the photo shoot
longer than it has to be.
Free Ambition: How long have you been working on it?
Jessica Fulks:I have been
working on my clothing line for about seven years now.
Free Ambition:
What
can people expect to see from your spring 2013 line?
Jessica Fulks:For men, they can
expect to see a play on colors as well as a complete survival kit for
menswear. The line is British tailored inspired with a 1960’s
flare.
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For women, they
can expect to see a play on black and cream. I am still not sure if I
will put color in the collection. It will be 1980’s inspired line,
mostly inspired by the great artist Jean-Michel Basquiat.
Free Ambition: Where
can people find your fashions?
Instagram: 4jfulks
Facebook:www.facebook.com/lachebyjfulks
Facebook:
www.facebook.com/jessicalachefulks
Free Ambition: Who
have you worked with?
Jessica Fulks:I haven’t really
worked with any big time celebrities, and the stuff that I am working
on now I am not at liberty to discuss. Stay tuned!
Free Ambition: Who
inspired you?
Jessica Fulks:I am mostly
inspired by my family and friends, art, and of course anything
vintage.
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| https://twitter.com/LachebyJFulks |
Free Ambition:
Where
do you see yourself in a year?
Jessica Fulks:In a year, I plan
on being in at least two boutiques, on my second year of graduate
school, and possibly in a department store.
Free Ambition:
Where
do you shop?
Jessica Fulks:I absolutely love
thrift shopping. My favorite stores are: Urban Outfitters, Belk's and
Macy’s.
Free Ambition: What
is your style?
Jessica Fulks:It is hard to put
a finger on my style. Most days I dress vintage inspired but not in
regards to costumes, some days I may throw on sneakers (I used to be
a sneakerhead), or I may were a simple dress. It depends on how I
feel or where I’m going. I guess you have to just be around me and
take a look.
Free Ambition: Who
is your favorite fashion designer? Why?
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| Ralph Lauren |
Jessica Fulks:My favorite
designer is Ralph Lauren. I love the classic feeling of his
garments, and I am inspired by his story of how he became the
designer he is today. When you think of Ralph Lauren, you think of
elegance, quality, and style. Those are the qualities that I want my
line to represent.
