PDC Exclusive: Q&A with Hause of Playe Founder Alexia Amerson

 

By Jacie Scott

Have you ever gotten so fed up with looking for a brand, a business or even a job that embodies your standards and goals and just thought: “I should just do it myself”?

Well, that’s what 26-year-old Alexia Amerson did. She founded Original Hause of Playe, an all things athleisure business that embodies a “work hard, play hard” mantra. I had the opportunity to pick her brain and learn more about why she started her business and what we can expect from it. Alexia oozes passion and you can’t help but be motivated to put in #werk towards your own goals after listening to her. It’s no wonder she’s one of our #wcw! 

Check out the interview below:

Jacie Scott: Why start your own business?

Alexia Amerson: Why not?! Today, where a woman can be so many things, why not be a business owner and cultivate a community that embodies your beliefs and strives to be beneficial to someone else?

JS: So, what inspired you? How did you come up with the concept?

AA: The philosophy at The Original Hause of Playe is simple, yet revolutionary for today’s woman on a mission: Balance Without Compromise. Too often, women are told what to prioritize, that work/life balance is unattainable, or that their dreams should be compromised for what’s practical. I wanted to create a haven of inspiration and encouragement that pays homage to the dreams and accomplishments of playmakers and girl bosses alike.

JS: I’m already feeling inspired! Now, what exactly is Hause of Playe? 

AA: It is a one-stop destination for premium lifestyle, athleisure, and playe day attire. Our collection provides quality athleisure wear for the ultimate Girl Boss at Playe who deserves flexibility & style to compliment her hectic schedule. The Original Hause of Playe collections are made from only the finest, high impact fabrics to endure strenuous performance. Working out just became more PLAYEful. Whether you’re in a time crunch to make it from the gym to an impromptu meet and greet, or you are a guru at the faux workout look, the Original Hause of Playe has just the right style to match your PLAYE.

JS: I love it! How did you come up with the name?

AA: My life motto is “work hard, play hard.” I wanted to create a brand that would model my mantra, and so the Original Hause of Playe was born.

JS: What is your biggest goal for the company?

AA: My biggest goal for the company is to become a global, play-making entity that is not only renowned for its quality collections but also for always striving to celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of women universally.

JS: What other things can we expect from Hause of Playe?

AA: You can expect the playe by playe on the latest athleisure and lifestyle apparel trends, features from inspirational playemakers from various industries, useful blog content that awakens the entrepreneur inside all of us, and a membership that embodies the balance without compromising spirit.

JS: I’m looking forward to it all! And as for you, where do you see yourself in 5 years?

AA: In five years, I hope that this community of go-getters becomes a core base at helping women from all walks of life through fellowship, scholarship, and customer care & service. Worldwide distribution and flagship stores are in our plans as well.

JS: So, I have to take it back for a second. When you were a young girl, what did you want to be when you grew up? Is this where you wanted to end up?

AA: I have wanted to be everything from a senator, to a news anchor, to the first female GM of a professional football or baseball team. No matter how many times my profession of choice has changed, being valuable, successful, and a genuine role-model in my community have always been at the forefront of what drives me day in and day out.

JS: Lastly, what is one thing you would go back and tell the younger you?

AA: If you’re doing the best you can at being so good they can’t ignore you, worry less and live more.

Follow Original Hause of Playe on Instagram follow their journey and get your daily motivational fix! @HauseofPlaye