Quincy Whipple

Q: You’re originally from Maine, right?

A: Yes, that’s right.

 

Q: So when did you move to Venice, and what brought you to California?

A: I moved last summer. At first, I stayed in an Airbnb for three months—it was a lot, but it was right by the beach, which was amazing. I had never been to LA before—I literally landed and moved into that Airbnb. Once I got here, I was like, oh my God, this is perfect. LA just felt like my vibe immediately. Everyone at school always told me I belonged in California—they’d call me a California girl. Most of my friends went to New York, and while I think I’ll live there one day, I knew it wasn’t for me right now. I needed to be near the water. Growing up in Maine, I was always on the beach, in nature, in open spaces. Venice has that same energy, and I loved it right away. My grandma actually helped me figure it out—she asked, “What are your favorite things to do?” I said walking, running, and being outside. She told me to find a place where those things would be most accessible. Once I got to Venice, it was like everything I loved in one place.

 

 

 

Q: What does a typical day in your life look like?

A: My ideal day is probably a Saturday. I wake up around 6 a.m., go for a run on the beach, then grab coffee and head to the flea market. I love wandering around, listening to music, maybe stopping by the beach again if the weather’s nice. Later, I’ll meet up with friends for dinner—there are so many good spots in Venice, like American Beauty or Cobi’s, the Indian place. And I always need something sweet to end the night.

Q: If you were to recommend a hidden gem in Venice, what would it be?

A: Honestly, my “hidden gems” aren’t that hidden. I love how Dudley Market turns into a coffee shop during the day—that feels underrated. The Venice flea market too. Everyone talks about Silverlake or Melrose, but the Venice one is just as good. Little Lunch is my favorite coffee spot.

 

 

Q: Where’s your safe space—where do you go to regroup?

A: Running is my reset. No matter what kind of day I’m having, a run reboots my system. I also love going to the beach with a book and a snack—that’s my happy place.

 

Q: Do you see yourself staying in Venice long term?

A: I love Venice, but I recently went on a walk in Beachwood Canyon and became obsessed. The houses there are gorgeous, and it feels tucked away but still central. I could see myself moving east in a year or two, maybe living in a house with my sister. For now, Venice feels right, but I definitely want to explore more of LA.

 

 

 

Q: What’s your dream job?

A: Lately I’ve been getting into modeling, and I really love it. It brings together fashion, photography, and creativity. Sometimes I even get to style myself, which is amazing. I’ve realized I enjoy being part creative director, part model. Even beyond that, I love anything creative—whether it’s styling, makeup, content creation, or directing my own page. I feel like I already have my dream job; I just want to do more of it.

Q: How did you get into content creation?

A: It started in college. I wasn’t super happy at Syracuse, and the one thing that excited me was putting together outfits. I began documenting them and had the idea to film all the outfits I wore in a single day, because no one really wears just one outfit. I posted those videos daily one summer and gained a little following. I studied advertising and marketing, so I wove that into my content too. Before that, I was kind of VSCO-famous in high school from posting Photoshop edits, so creating and sharing has always been natural for me. Content creation just became the version where people started seeing and engaging with it.

Q: What advice would you give to college girls who don’t feel like they fit in?

A: First, college doesn’t have to be the best four years of your life. That idea always stressed me out—I was like, this cannot be the peak. I loved being productive, waking up early, doing my own thing, and sometimes that felt isolating. But I realized it’s okay to take a different path. If what excites you isn’t what everyone else is doing, follow that. After college is actually one of the few times in life when you can be selfish—in the best way—and do what’s right for you. For me, that meant moving to California, even though it felt crazy coming from a small town. My advice is: do what feels authentic to you.

 

Q: Was there a moment when you felt like content creation was really taking off?

A: Honestly, whenever someone comes up to me in person, it feels surreal. A girl stopped me on a walk with my sister and just said, “I love you guys.” Those little interactions make it feel real. I love when people approach me—they’re always so sweet, stylish, and cool. Even my mom once saw someone recognize me in Trader Joe’s, and she was like, “Oh my God, you’re famous!” I was like, no no, I’m not, but it was cute.

Q: Favorite brands?

A: I love secondhand shopping—thrifting, vintage, Depop. I just made my first RealReal purchase, a pair of Saint Laurent boots. I mix vintage with new pieces, like vintage Levi’s with something new. I’m a Libra and I feel like my style is very that—it’s all about balance. One day sporty sneakers, the next ballet flats. Sometimes girly, sometimes edgy.

 

 

 

Q: Three words you’d use to describe yourself?

A: Creative, optimistic, and driven.

Q: What’s something people would be surprised to learn about you?

A: That I work a 9-to-5. I’m a copywriter at an ad agency, which is what I studied. People know I do a lot, but if they saw my actual daily schedule, they’d probably be shocked.