When Erica Trumpet of Lawrence High School was selected by
her peers to model for Prom Guide, she knew it would be a
special event. And with a prom dress provided by Alyce, prom shoes provided by
Sizzle, and makeup by Elesia Cunningham, she graces the cover with
style. Featured with her is Jacob Johnson of Powell High School who is
stepping out in Calvin Klein. Prom Guide had a chance to chat with Erica Trumpet at the photo shoot.
Prom Guide: Where did you first hear about the Prom Guide
teen model search contest & scholarship?
Erica Trumpet: The first time I heard about Prom Guide was
from my boyfriend. His cousin was a Prom Guide
model.
Magazine: On a scale of 1-10, how psyched are you for
the prom?
Cover Model: 10!! I am ecstatic. Why? Because I love to party!
I will celebrate my journey towards college and just
being an independent woman.
Magazine: Is this your first experience in modeling?
Cover Model: When I was younger, I modeled more, but
recently, yes, you can say it’s fresh and new!
Magazine: Do you have a spa/salon day planned with your
friends to do your hair or make-up?
Cover Model: No, I wish! Hopefully we can have that happen.
Magazine: So, very important question, which designer are
you wearing?
Cover Model: Ha, ha, ha, ha, Donna Karan.
Magazine: Have you already got a date for the prom, or are
you going with a group from class?
Cover Model: Yes, a superstar!
Magazine: Other than class, how do you like to spend your
time in school?
Cover Model: How I like to spend my time in school is with
after school activities, Broadway showcase, African
American Club, Track, everything! Anything that’s
going to require energy.
Magazine: How would you say that you show “love” to
your school?
Cover Model: By participating in various after school activities. I
also do community service and represent the school
in a positive light.
Magazine: When you’re not in school, where do you spend
most of your time?
Cover Model: Most of the time I spend it at home with family
members. If I’m not at home, then I am out exploring
the world with loved ones.
Magazine: Do you have any plans with your friends for right
after the prom?
Cover Model: Yes, after the prom we are, of course, going to
party at a club. But also we are making plans, maybe
going away, something different.
Magazine: If you could have your pick of a “dream date,”
name the celebrity or star you would ask.
Cover Model: Randy Clark, he’s my idol and my star, truly! That’s
the biggest star I see.
Magazine: Where will you be going to eat after the prom?
Cover Model: Yummy, food! Ummm, not sure yet, but I love all
kinds of food, so anywhere we decide to go is cool.
Magazine: Who would be the best band or artist for you and
your classmates at your prom?
Cover Model: I would prefer a DJ because everyone has different
tastes in music, and with a DJ everyone is satisfied.
Magazine: Graduation is upon you, do you have plans for
college or work?
Cover Model: Yes, I am in the college application stage, and it’s
hard. I am applying to all performing arts schools and
going to get a job.
Magazine: If you had a time-machine and could teleport to
the future 20 years, imagine and describe what you’re
doing.
Cover Model: With my goals and dreams, and what I want to
happen in 20 years, I will be married with kids, and
have a successful career. I can imagine myself being
a loving and giving person to all, and the world,
donating, helping in any way I can.
