Memphis, Tennessee native Alexa Peavey, is a true living and breathing inspiration. Alexa now resides in Philadelphia, PA while majoring in Public Relations at Temple University. Alexa is a fashion genius, with an uber-creative eye for styling and aesthetics.
Alexa first interned for Philadelphia Fashion Week, in their marketing and pr department, but now is an employee for Philadelphia Fashion Week PR + Events – a new PR firm that the founders of Philadelphia Fashion Week created. At PFW PR + Events, Alexa helps with social media management, image consulting, press coordination, marketing material, and event planning.
“It has been honestly a dream come true to work with such amazing people. The PFW family is truly one of kind and I couldn’t ask for a better experience or job. I’ve met so many stylists, designers, and creatives while being with PFW. I also had the opportunity to meet Fern Mallis, the creator of New York Fashion Week, and hear her speak about the fashion industry.”
“Ever since I was a child I loved fashion and was fascinated by the industry. When I was in kindergarten for career day I dressed up as a diva in all black, a feather boa, and large sunglasses and that’s where my passion and dream began.”
“I struggled as a child and teenager because I was always taller and bigger than most girls my age so it was often hard for me to find clothes in my size that were in trend for my age. I often had to shop in the women’s department because I was taller and curvier. I let my passion for fashion die out because I felt like since I wasn’t meeting a beauty standard for my age.
One day something clicked in me and I thought why would I want to dress like everyone else? Why would I compare myself and style to other girls whose styles weren’t who I was? I started dressing like I wanted and being my authentic self, and that’s when I realized my dream and end goal in life.”
“Which is – to own my own clothing boutique and help girls and women find clothes for every body type! I also want to donate a percentage of my sales to local middle and high schools girls that live below the poverty level and need clothing. Clothing lets you express your personality and who you are as a person. I want girls to be able to be true to themselves and feel beautiful. Every girl and women deserves that opportunity.
Now in my life, I embrace my differences and unique style. I love bright colors and bold patterns. I absolutely love being a curvy woman and hopefully can be a role model for young girls.”
Alexa hopes to get more involved with styling shoots and/or personal styling in general in the near future. With her amazing creative eye for fashion, we’re sure someone will snatch her up and hire her as a stylist!
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