Hello Everyone
I had a wonderful opprotunity to do my very first interview with a young lady of many hats by the name of Ms. Priscell. This entreprenur of many face is one of the most beauitful and brightest spirits you'll ever come across. I am honored to have the opprotunity to cross paths with her. We've worked on many different projects together. That when I started this blog she was the first person I thought of interviewing. It was only by faith that I saw she was starting a new company called PoP Up & SwaP Up.
Me : Hello Priscell how are you doing today ?
PeP : I'm good! Thanks for asking. You Look Great ! So do you.
Me: Thank You
Now I know you personally from going to school with you and being in acting classes together. For those who don't know you, can you please tell us a little about yourself, who you are, where your from...
PeP : Well, I'm Priscell Elease or PeP. Most of my friends and family call me PeP, its my initials. I'm from New Orleans, Louisiana. I believe in Christ ( I had to put that in there). I've been in the military for about 13 years and I'm also a published model, thus you have my tag name "The Model Citizen". I wear so many hats! I have a degree in Film, and I'm also a fashion stylist, a motivator, and connector. Most people say I 'm witty, but I hardly think that what I'm saying is funny, especially when I'm being truthful.
Me : I've chosen you to be my very first interview because I love who you are as a person, I really love how passionate you are about your goals/dreams in life. this really isn't a question but yeah lol
PeP : Lol Yeah! That wasn't a question, but thanks!
Me : Can you let the People know what it is that you do.
PeP : I'm really good at living my life! I travel often, and I enjoy meeting new people. As a fashion stylist I spend lots of time researching trends and finding that "new" thing! Be it a hat, or those rocking clear combat boots, I do my best to stay on top of those things. I do closet re-mixes, style sessions as well as photo shoots. I've worked on films in the costume department which was a great experience but I prefer to work on photo shoots because there's more creative control.
Me : I recently saw that you started a company called pop up and swap up : Can you tell us what PoP Up & SwaP Up is.
PeP : Yes! This is my baby. No, seriously! PoP Up & SwaP Up is a unique shopping experience. I've combined clothing swapping, with pop up boutiques, and charities to create PoP Up & SwaP Up. Most women want to look good, but let's face it no one wants to spend tons of money to do so. A clothing swap gives you the option to swap new or gently used items in your wardrobe. It's like getting a whole new wardrobe! Of course, I'm on hand to help with style advice. The pop up boutiques are stocked with the latest and exclusive fashion finds for purchase. I feel its important to give back, so I research non-profit organizations to partner with for each event.
Me : What is the main goal for pop up and swap up ?
PeP : It is my goal to change the culture of how we shop , and how we give back. It's a culture change!
Me : How Can people (women) PoP Up & SwaP Up ?
PeP: They can PoP Up & SwaP Up with me! Where can they go ? Please add us on instagram @popupandswapup for dates and locations. It's a mobile shopping event so the location changes. From Brooklyn, to Baton Rouge you never know where we'll PoP Up & SwaP Up next. (location, web site)
Me : Are there any fees they'll have to pay.
PeP: My swaps have been free and open to the public. Moving forward they'll be a minimal fee based on location and the charity fundraising needs.
Me : Are there any other projects that you're working on ? Any events that you might be attending...
PeP : I'm just consumed with PoP Up & SwaP Up at this time. I plan on attending New Orleans Fashion Week. I'm excited to see what the designers will showcase,it's an exciting time in fashion!
Me : Last question then I'm going to let you go....where can people reach you at ?
PeP : The Citizens of The World can reach me at Priscell Elease on FB / TheModelCitizen on Twitter and Instagram/ PoP Up & Swap Up on Instagram and FB www.popupandswapup.com will be up soon!
Pepspopswap@gmail.com for PoP Up & SwaP Up vendors.
Me : Thank you so much for being my first interview
PeP : Thank you so much for having me!
