1. When and where were you born?
I’m Chakierrah Stinson and I’m 21 years old. I was born December 16th, 1996 in Opelika, AL and I’m from Tuskegee, AL
2. Where do you reside?
I currently live in Tuskegee, Alabama.
3. I see you go to Auburn University, what is your major?
I attend Auburn University and I’m currently a Senior. My major is Media Studies, which mainly focuses on film, screenwriting, production, etc.
4. When did you realize you wanted to pursue a career as a designer?
I’ve wanted to be a fashion designer my entire life. I’ve always wanted to design clothes, I know that was what I was meant to do in life.
5. What role do you think social media play in fashion today?
I think social media today plays a huge role in fashion. I think everyday people and influencers are the ones who start the trends because their ability to reach so many people. Social media played a huge role in getting my own designs noticed as well.
6. What is your favorite part about being a designer?
I love everything about designing. My favorite part is actually building and constructing because I see something that was just an idea being made into an actual tangible object.
7. As a young black woman, how does it feel to have your designs recognized by Adidas?
This was the most amazing feeling. I was on my way to school when I got a notification of a message from Adidas. I read the message over and over because I just couldn’t believe it. I feel like young black women designers don’t receive enough recognition, so for Adidas, to actually go and acknowledge me I feel like this was such a huge thing. It was so important, not just to me but to other young black creators.
8. What are your goals when you graduate from college?
My dream would be to have a collaboration with Adidas and start a line, I want to transform sportswear, bring in new ideas, and to continue to grow as a designer. I also want to work within the media field as well, possibly directing or working within animation.
9. What are your social media handles?
Instagram: Badgalkierrah
Twitter: Chakierrah
Facebook: Chakierrah Stinson
10. Can we see some of your designs?
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