Interview with Kayla
Kayla’Symone
Style Influencer, Stylist, Designer
Charlotte, NC
Who is Kayla? At what point did you discover your passion for fashion?
An artist who specializes in different and bold styles. -- My passion for fashion has always been with me. Since middle school, I've always had the goal to create my own pieces and show up and show out. I was that girl in high school that wore the 4 inch heels to class.
How would you describe your style?
I am always down to try new things and I am not afraid to jump out the box and just see how it turns out. I am all for risk when it comes to my style. Besides, life is short to dress boring.
It's a regular day, how do you select what to wear?
I always consider where I am going, how far I am walking and then my activity level. Then I try to see what I have, what I haven't worn before and then go from there. Sometimes it takes a long time and others it doesn't, it just depends on if the thought of the outfit actually looks good on.
What are your fashion inspirations? Where do you draw from?
I love Pinterest and of course I have to always search Black women. I love to see how people visualize things and I like to see how I can put my spin on things. I also love following other fashion people, especially Black creatives.
If you could only have one statement piece in an outfit, what are you selecting?
A Hat. I am lazy with my hair and hats come in handy and can elevate any look.
What do you do to continue learning and developing your craft?
I try to travel, go to art museums, converse with like-minded professionals. I continue to learn and develop my craft through my experiences. Life lessons are really the best teacher.