The whole theme of the line is comic-book based and revolves around this Pelican who gets the most respect but is just your ordinary Joe. The story contains a lot of elaborate characters that are featured on each shirt that will play a part in the everyday life of this Pelican. Each shirt will accompany a sticker to be saved for an upcoming comic book that’s date has not been determined, when all of the characters will finally meet and you will control the story with your collected items.

Random: Who was “your girl” from the original “A Different World” cast: Kimberly Reese, Whitley Gilbert, Freddy Brooks, or Jaleesa Taylor?
Freddy Brooks.

Of course being the fashion moguls you all are, the article of clothing we see the most on your site are the kicks. If you were to give shoe fashion advice to an interested but unsure newbie, what 3 suggestions would you give that person to start their collection?
1. Quality over quantity 2. Cost to high: Pay the price 3. Buy rare pieces.

Where did you get the inspiration for the Fli Pelican symbol? (The pelican looks familiar…)
The Pelican symbolizes selflessness.

FliPelican is a proactive movement: We researched the Fli Pelican reps are required to set up 2-community service project a month in their region. How does one become a rep?
There’s no real answer to that. The people that are repping now we kinda built relationships with and everything kinda fit.

Some of the key components to keeping afloat in this business are to be versatile, different, and innovative. What are a few things about Fli Pelican that a loyal customer will always know to be consistent about you all?
(A constant factor that FliPelican will always be known to have), We strive for excellence in every design.

What made you guys come out with the “Amber Tee”?
The funny part is that it’s not really about her. The tee represents pop culture and how fickle it is. She’s a pop icon because. of Kanye, hence the Stephen Sprouse lettering that backgrounds the design.

Politics:
Take a look at this youtube clip: [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqrFG7xrE1I&feature=player_embedded]
From the top of your head, what do you think of this endeavor and do you guys see yourselves getting involved in global endeavors such as this globally?
Yes, actually we just started planning to do global volunteer work.

Who comprises the FliPelican crew? Who were the “founding fathers”?
Well 3 cities mainly comprise the camp, Atlanta, Memphis and Detroit. Founder is Diontae “Nino” Bell.

Random: Pick your sweet: Now and Later taffy, Bazooka Joe Bubble Gum, or the .99 cent gummy worms.
Now and Laters

What do folks of FliPelican like to do in their free time?
Study clothing, Movies, Travel and of course shop.

Meal of the Day… Meal of the Day… MEAL OF THE DAY! We love the feature, but tell us this: If a person from the ATL [84area] were to ever venture into Michigan [fli pelican]… what would be your top 3 Meals of the Day from there and where can we specifically find them.
Hmmm…good question. Well first: Bacon Pancakes from The Original House of Pancakes. Second: Coney Island for a Fish Sandwich with cheese. Last but definitely not least: This Brazilian place in Royal Oak for Carne’ Asada.

Tell the folks of the Peach state what Fli Pelican is all about?
Spreading love.

Random: What was your favorite kid cable TV show?
Doug.

On your blogsite, you posted a blurb called “Pharrell’s Lost Art!” what were your opinions about his laser removal?
Hey people have to grow up at some point. Rubbing elbows with certain people, were already outcasts. Tatts just add to it.

Random: Is FliPelican more of a Puff Daddy or a Kanye West?
Neither. Not that either is bad.

What is next for FliPelican?
…Watch and see. lol.

FKi X FLi Pelican PhotoShoot.

Finally, Are there any last words you have for the people reading [84]right now?
Whether you like the brand or not you can’t help but watch our movement.

For more information on FliPelican check out their site at flipelican.com and buy a shirt or 3, and also check out myspace.com/flipelicanclothes and add them while your at it.

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