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Lady Geek of the Week Christina Clawson’s Geekyloot.com fuels our most nerdy shopping habits. And we love her for it.
As you can read in her interview with us, she launched Geekyloot.com, a blog and online shop, out of a passion to contribute to geeky culture with a feminine focus. Geekyloot.com is in its early stages, so if you have opinions, thoughts, or would like to share your geeky shopping wish list, get in touch with Clawson! You can find her on Twitter @geeky_loot or Facebook.
Read on; shop on, lady geeks! Because you know that Baymax keychain is already in our shopping cart…
Q: What was your inspiration for launching Geekyloot.com?
A: My inspiration came a few years ago when I was looking for geeky items on some popular websites and dismayed by the lack of items that were created for women and girls. It seemed like geek culture catered more to men, and as a geeky girl that disturbed me. I made a vow that when I was able to I’d found a store that catered specifically to other geeky girls and I do my best to curate and offer items that celebrate the women that inspire me, and the woman that I am. Everything I buy or put on my site is something that I would want if I saw it at another shop. The more that geek culture grows, the more widespread it becomes, and it is my hope that stores and websites will offer just as much female merchandise as they do male.
Q: When did you discover you were “geeky”?
A: At a very young age I was made fun of by my siblings and my peers at school because I’d rather sit and read a book or comic than play a sport (although I later played sports, also). I enjoyed things like Star Trek and Star Wars, science experiments, collecting rocks, and creating art. I loved to dress up as my favorite characters and act out scenes from my favorite TV shows. I was invested in the things I loved, and in our society that illustrates being labeled as geeky. I’m proud to be geeky.
Q: If you could take any fictional character out for a drink, whom would you choose and what would you drink?
A: What a difficult question this is! If I had to choose, I would pick Xena from Xena Warrior Princess. She is one of the strongest women I’ve ever seen on TV. She has had an incredible life, and faced daunting adversity from so many angles and yet managed to overcome every situation using her mind, her body, and her formidable skills. Her story is one of redemption and I find that inspirational. She is the embodiment of girl power and is loyal to her friends. I know I’d hear amazing stories if we shared a cask of temple wine!
Q: What would you tell your 13-year-old self?
A: I’d tell her to be courageous, to study hard but to learn about things outside of school because life itself is a great teacher. I’d tell her to follow her true passion, and not just what other people want her to do. I’d also tell her to wait on dating because its not as important as she thinks it is. Also, to love herself and to keep playing tennis.
Q: What’s the title of your memoir?
A: Overcoming Adversity: Beating Fibromyalgia One Day At A Time
Emma Bauer is a Being Geek Chic Contributor. Clearly, she’s got great taste. She is a PR enthusiast, dog lover, tea drinker, art appreciator, and of course, aspires to Be Geek Chic. Follow her on Twitter: @emmalynnbauer
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