When did you start your YouTube channel and why?
I started my YouTube channel in 2020 because I was doing virtual school and COVID-19 was hitting so I couldn’t go out anywhere . Usually at school, I kind of like to be creative by wearing outfits to school and seeing, but I couldn’t do that anymore, so I started a YouTube channel as a creative outlet for me.
![Angela Peng](https://hilite.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/export-475x267.jpeg)
What is your favorite part about running a fashion YouTube channel?
I love receiving free clothes and items (to review). Sometimes fashion companies will send me free products in exchange for a video (reviewing the items). Since I’ve never experienced getting free stuff from a company, I think that’s really fun.
What motivates you to keep making content?
I love my comments, especially from strangers. It’s really fun, sometimes, although there are some creepy ones. I just like reading comments from people, they’re usually really nice. I also love viewer interactions.
![Angela Peng](https://hilite.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/export3-475x267.jpeg)
What are some goals for the future for your channel?
I want to expand my content more because I usually do fashion and makeup-related stuff, which is really fun. I love that stuff. But I also want to do more of the videos just talking about life, different topics, because I think it’s really great when creators use their platforms for good. I have made some already.
Where do you get your fashion inspiration from?
I love fashion TikTok. TikTok is a huge platform nowadays and it’s sending so many trends nowadays. I actually have a separate account just for looking at fashion TikToks, and I like them, and save them and look at what’s trending right now. I love Asian-American influencers, especially @urmomashley, @IsabelleSung and @bestdressed, if you want some recommendations.
What advice do you have for people who might want to start a YouTube channel or be an influencer?
I’d say to not be afraid of judgement and focus on what you are passionate about. You should just post what you want.