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December 2011
WELCOME
Thank you for taking the time to read our
publication. The month of November was
amazing as we continue to soar with new
endeavors. Thank you to everyone that
took part in our Black Friday and Cyber
Monday Sales. We hope you are enjoying
all of your purchases. A Clothes Mind
would not have been able to come this far
without our faithful supporters. We are truly
humbled and grateful for all that you do. To
our models and our dedicated staff, we
could not have done this without you. You
are the motivation for us to do great things
and our inspiration to achieve the unthinka-
ble.
This month’s publication will reflect on our amazing journey through 2011. Our Who’s
that Girl feature this month is the lovely Lola Parker and check out our interview with the
Mollie Thomas as she talks with us about her pageantry run for title to be named Miss
California.
Please keep in contact with us and find out what we’re doing on Facebook, Twitter,
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Anna & Desi
A REFLECTION OF
Year in Review: Reflection on 2011
**Highlights **
Release of Margaux Kouture Jan 2011
D. Johnson Event Sponsor Jan 2011
Kurvee Shopping Event April 2011
Elegant Plus Fashion Show May 2011
Full Figured Fashion Show June 2011
Black Diamond Fashion Show June 2011
Release of Margaux Kouture Spring/ Summer 2011 Collection June 2011
Love Your Body Day Oct 2011
Kendra C Johnson Celebrity Birthday Bash & Fashion Show Dec 2011
2011 has been a remarkable year for A Clothes Mind with many new and exciting re-
lationships which have been established. Embracing new clients and being a part of
some amazing events were most gracious. Our success would not have taken place
without our amazing key staff, models and the plethora of those we continue to work
with. We are most thankful for the many bloggers and writers out there that kept A
Clothes Mind fresh and alive throughout 2011; we hope that you will continue to do
so. 2012 is looking to be an even better year with keeping our customers close, solidify-
ing new endeavors and projects as we continue to build long lasting relationships.
Lola Parker
Model / Actress
ACM: When did you realize you wanted to become a fashion model and why?
LOLA: When I was about fifteen. I was shopping at Fashion Bug and they asked for junior plus
size models for their runway show to present their fall line. I thought it would be fun. After that I
was hooked. I did a few similar shows and then nothing for about eight years. After the military
I was determined to get back in to it. When I walk a runway I feel fearless, there’s no other
feeling quite like it.
ACM: Being that you’re not originally from California, tell us where you’re from and what
brought you here?
LOLA: I’m originally from Fairbanks, Alaska. I moved to Los Angeles to pursue my dreams in
the art world as a model and actress.
ACM: What are some of your accomplishments as a model?
LOLA: My first big show in Los Angeles, was Full Figured Fashion Week but my greatest run-
way accomplishment was walking in L’Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival in Australia. I al-
ways dreamed of working overseas and I can’t believe actually happened. I also have
modeled for some amazing designers, and was featured in Plus Magazine.
ACM: How has modeling changed other aspects of your life?
LOLA: It has definitely made me more confident, gave me opportunities to travel and has
giving me a family away from home.
ACM: Do you have any advice for aspiring fashion models?
LOLA: Do your research when you’re looking for an agency, if they ask for money up front
then it’s probably not for you. Don’t be easily discouraged, you will more than likely hear
more no’s then yes’s. And practice makes perfect. Modeling is not easy. You have to prac-
tice posing, face expressions and your runway walk.
ACM: What are your goals as a model?
LOLA: I would love to be on the cover of Vogue, see myself on a billboard in New York and
walk in Paris Fashion Week.
ACM: How do you see yourself progress in this field?
LOLA: The skies the limit.
ACM: Do you have an article of clothing that you absolutely cannot live without?
LOLA: My black leather jacket, and my Victoria Secret bra. Love it!
ACM: What can we expect for you in the future and where can we find you on the web?
LOLA: Well currently I am looking for new representation. I hope to walk in Full Figured Fash-
ion Week or Rip the Runway some day in the near future. But, for now you can check out
my website at: www.lolaparker.info.
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ACM: Tell our readers something
about yourself.
Mollie: One aspect of my life that is
very unique is that I grew up on a
horse farm, and was home
schooled for the majority of my edu-
cation. When I was young, my
home base was a very small town,
but I was always bouncing all over
the world with my father.
ACM: Why did you enter the Miss
California pageant?
Mollie: Running for Miss California,
USA is a completely unexpected
turn in my life, but I’m so grateful
that I was given the opportunity. I
was approached by a recruiter in
early September and given the
chance to run openly as a lesbian in
the 2012 pageant, it was not some-
thing I could turn down! Being in-
volved in the pageant is allowing
me to fulfill an early childhood
dream of being a beauty
queen. As well as being an inspira-
tion and community leader in pro-
moting equality and acceptance.
Some of my main goals are to break
down the stereotypes that are so
often placed on lesbians, confront gay bullying, and at the same time create a more positive
LGBTQ visibility in society.
Mollie Thomas for Miss California
ACM: Who is your greatest inspiration and why?
Mollie: I have an endless list of people who inspire and motivate me, but it’s my grandmoth-
er who inspires me in ways that no one else can. My grandma is an eternal ball of energy,
and is always the first one to criticize or praise me, whichever is appropriate. She is also a
dedicated activist, and has been actively involved in the LGBTQ community for many years.
I can only hope that when I’m her age I can have the same fire inside me.
ACM: What is beauty according to you?
Mollie: I believe that “Beauty” is often confused with “Pretty”, because I think that they are
two very different things. The way I like to see it is that “pretty” refers to external qualities, but
“beauty” comes from someone’s heart. To me, the most beautiful people are those who are
gracious, selfless, and compassionate.
ACM: What is the one quality you feel that is required for the pageant?
Mollie: Running for Miss California, USA requires so many qualities, and most of them go far
beyond appearance. However, I think that one of the most important qualities, at least for
me, is dedication. There is so much that goes into preparing for the pageant. I have had to
commit myself, mind, body, and soul into becoming the best possible version of myself, in-
side and out.
ACM: How will pageant competition help you develop as a person?
Mollie: I think my participation in Miss California, USA is helping me develop as a person in
ways that I would never have expected. Of course there is incredible motivation to get in
the best shape of my life, so I’ve gone vegan, and quit all of my unhealthy habits. But I think
being involved in such a big picture is also making me focus on aspects of my life that I have
taken for granted, I’m in a position where I have to step back and honestly face the good,
bad, and ugly of myself, in order to get on that stage and know that I am at my best.
ACM: If you win the crown for Miss California how would you use your title to benefit others?
Mollie: If I win the title of Miss California, USA not only will it be a huge step for the LGBTQ
community, but I will be given the opportunity to speak out on major issues like bullying and
marriage equality. I hope to not only become a positive role model for today’s youth, but
take on a more involved role in the fight for equality.
ACM: What is your definition of success?
Mollie: I think that success is defined differently by everyone. I see happiness as the base of
success. So many different things can factor into being “successful” but for me, if I’m happy
with where I am and what I’m doing, I’m successful.
ACM: Where can our readers find you on the web?
Mollie: The best places to keep up with my campaign are:Facebook:
www.facebook.com/MollieThomasForMissCA Twitter: @MollieForMissCAIf you are interest-
ed in becoming more involved in my campaign you can help out by donating on the
Fundrazr tab of my Facebook page, or by emailing me directly at Mol-
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