What is the best thing that I love about my work? The best thing that I love about my work hands down is fashion designing.

What is my idea of perfect happiness? Perfect happiness for me is being content in the moment, without needless distraction, and being able to enjoy the process of life.

What is my greatest fear? That life is a game.

What is the trait that I most deplore in myself? Empathy

What is my greatest extravagance? Health

On what occasion would I lie? If it’s a matter of protection

What is the influence of role models, in my work and in my life? I’m an idealist. People are not role models to me because no matter what, people are let downs. I tend to be influenced by the spirit and creation of life found in everything, from people, style, design, music, art, dance, literature, etc.
it’s the act of creation that influences my life and work.

What is the thing that I dislike the most in my work? I don’t dislike the detailed and never-ending tasks that need to be actualized in my work, I do dislike the lack delegation to get it all done, however at this time I am an emerging entrepreneur, much of my work is up to me.

When and where was I the happiest, in my work? One of my happiest moments was in Manchester, NH when I was the event coordinator and Fashion show producer for my fashion show event  Alternative Fashion 2014. I felt so very in my element. It was an exceptional event, with a talented team.

If I could, what would I change about myself? Life is always about growth and progress and continual change naturally occurs. What needs to change will occur At its due time, and if not, it’s the act of resisting change that I’d like to change that happens from time to time.

What is my greatest achievement in work? The greatest achievement was that moment when I finally started To believe in myself. It took guts to shut out people whom would outspokenly disapprove.

What is my most inspirational location, in my city? I have lived in several locations; San Francisco, Michigan, Oregon, New Jersey, NYC, and NH. I would have to say the bookstores have always been
my sense of refuge and source of inspiration. Nature is by far the most inspirational, seems to always have a clearing effect.

What is my favourite place to eat and drink, in my city? Currently it would be the Co-op health food grocery stores. I have a special diet, and most restaurants do not serve my diet.

Who is my greatest fan, sponsor, partner in crime? There’s no one more dedicated a fan, sponsor, or partner in crime than myself.

Whom would I like to work with in the future? I would like to work with other talented people on a host of different projects. I’m always putting together new collaborations.

What project, in the nearby future, am I looking forward to work on? My new fashion book is in the works, however I have had so much happening that I’ve put it on hold. I’d love to begin working on it in the nearby future. It’s sort of coffee table book/ guide, yet it’s chuck full of advanced fashion methods, techniques, and information. I can’t wait to launch and publish my book.

How can you contact me? 
My websites:
www.alternativefashiondesign.com
www.alternativefashionmedia.com
Email: alyssacouture11@hotmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alyssa.couture.378