Ally (@hoppielongstockingz), the founder of the uniquely conceptualized brand @seeker_us, embodies the perfect fusion of East meets West. She's not just a visionary in fashion; she's also an avid surfer and has played ice hockey professionally. I feel incredibly fortunate to have crossed paths with such a wonderful and inspiring individual.
1. You started a clothing brand called Seeker. Could you tell me a bit about that?
Seeker started as a passion project after trekking through India and the east. I realized there's a better way to dress from day to night, prayer to play, eating and onto sleeping. Through out my travels I found elegantly worn daily garb can be found in abundance. After seeing the people move comfortably and look so lovely I set out to offer comfortable conscious clothing with upon my return to the US. I like to call it clothing for the Modern Monk.
2. What is your advise to woman who are thinking about starting their own company? DO IT! Start something, anything you are passionate about. Manifest, give yourself goals and time. Be patient and stay in the game. The next thing you know you'll become what you imagined.
3. Tell me one Ally fun fact...
I don't have any cavities...
4. When do you fell most confident?
When I am about to embark on a journey and haven't made any particular plans.
5. Who are your mentors and idols?
My mom and Dad, The Dalai Lama, Pema Chodron, Ram Dass, Michele Lamy & Rick Owens, Friends.
6. Is love all we need?
I think it just might be!
7. What is one word that describes you?
Optimistic
8. What are the values and principles you believe are important to live by?
I have a few mantra's but the first that comes to mind is "how can I be of service" as well as "be love and tell the truth"
9. What is the best advise you have ever received?
"When the student is ready the teacher appears"
10. What does success mean to you?
Has that definition changed over the years? Success to me means freedom to explore your interests whatever those maybe. It has most definitely changed over the years. I used to have this master plan full of goals and timelines which equaled success to me. Now as time has passed - success to me is having time to do what you want because we are all on a clock.
11. Who has had the biggest impact on your life and perspective?
My mom. She's introduced me to all levels of elevated thought and as well as challenged and supported what I have learned along the way.
12. Are birthdays a big deal?
They Absolutely ARE! 100% celebrate each trip around the sun. You never know how many opportunities you will have to celebrate. celebrate yours and everyone you love big and small!