GOAT TALES #07
Nicole Adolphe - Creative Director, Fashion Producer and Stylist.
01 JULY 2024, WRITTEN BY JACKIE BARON
In the spirit of Neon Goat's vibrant energy, could you share a moment when your teen son brought an unexpected splash of colour into your life or business?
He's been in a lot of photo shoots for work, and I love seeing the end result. On a daily basis though, I love coming home to see him and hearing laughter coming from his room when he has friends over or is just watching a show.
The Teenage Perspective: Living with a teenager can be like riding a roller coaster in the dark. What's one challenge you've faced while living with your teen son, and how did you turn it into a positive experience?
I've learnt that when he says he hates me whilst I am making him do something he doesn't want to do to flip it around and pretend I have heard how much he loves me, oh you love me?! I love you too boo! Now turn off the PS4, 5, Ninendo, Iphone, Ipad..... and let's go! It might even take him another 15 minutes of complaining how much he hates me once we are out the door but eventually if I stay really quiet & patient, he starts to open up and talk about his day.
Admirable Traits: Teenagers often teach us more about life than we realise. What's one thing you admire most about your teen son, or what have you learned from him that's been surprisingly profound?
He is always on time, and he definitely didn't get that from me!
Time-Travel Tips: If you could step into a time machine and visit your teenage self, what cheeky piece of advice would you give yourself about navigating the future, especially knowing what you do now about business and life?
I would say to start early and jump on every idea. Don't wait! So many great ideas come to mind but then whilst I have procrastinated or doubted myself for a year or so, others have beaten me to it and have been successful.
Shared Passions: What's an activity or hobby you love doing together with your teen son that brings out the 'cool' in both of you, Neon Goat style?
We love travelling together on short trips like to Byron Bay or the Blue Mountains. Quick one night stays or plane trips where we eat snacks, chat and just explore together. We also love the junk food aisle in any store!
The 'Goat' Legacy: If your teen son were to take over Neon Goat for a day, what innovative or outrageous product do you think he would create, and why?
He would 100% create a Neon Goat EDP (eau de parfum) fragrance. Right now he is obsessed with fragrances and fragrance tik-tokers, all the boys are up at the shops spraying fragrances after school.
Navigating the Teen Terrain: Teens are known for their mood swings and monosyllabic responses. What's your secret to getting your teen son to open up and engage in meaningful conversations, especially about life and your business?
I ensure he leaves his phone at home or he puts it in my bag and we walk down to get a hot chocolate or ice cream together. Without the phone, it gets so boring, he just has to start talking to me!
Nicole Adolphe is a Creative Director, Fashion Producer and Stylist. Nicole creates pictures and loves anything to do with fashion and beauty.
@nicoleadolphe
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