This Black Friday, we’re throwing it back to RVA 2016 with a set shot for Shockoe Atelier by photographer Nick Davis, featuring Richmond rap legend Nickelus F. Let this be your reminder to shop local and support your community this weekend. Stay tuned—we’ll be...
Starting a womenswear brand from scratch is a difficult challenge, but it's one that has led Stitch By Chanel to reach great heights in only a few years. Chanel Green, a native of Henrico County and a Varina High School graduate, had never intended to start a clothing company -- until she realized that her hobby and favored family pastime could...
Celebrating 10 years in business here in Richmond, Ledbury co-founder Paul Trible reflects on what he's learned and reveals the brand's plans for future expansion. More than 10 years ago, Paul Trible and Paul Watson were working alongside a master tailor in London, learning the tricks of the shirtmaking trade. Today, Trible and Watson stand side...
RVA Fashion Week's annual Fall Fashion Weekend took place the second weekend of October, and photographer Nick Brown was on hand to document the sights for RVA Magazine. An October weekend brought premier runway fashion to Richmond, as RVA Fashion Week presented its 6th Annual Fall Fashion Weekend, beginning Thursday, October 10 with a designer...
Guest writer Phil Ford comes to us with dire warnings of a great scourge plaguing our sadly divided nation: flip-flops. There is an antagonism we are experiencing in our great nation that has had many suspects in the lineup: race, religion, socio-economics - - but the truth is far simpler. I have found the lynchpin of America's divisiveness. An...
In an era of cheap, disposable garments with shadowy origins, Richmond boutique Verdalina focuses on sustainability and personal connection. “I love to look at the inside of clothes and see everything so beautifully finished,” said Deborah Boschen, owner of the clothing store Verdalina. “This is the stuff that excites me… I love something like...
This Saturday at Stone Brewing, Solana brings a taste of Mexico to Richmond fashions. This Saturday at Stone Brewing, Solana will be launching a new collection that put the spotlight on Mexico at an all-day pop-up event. Solana is a shoe brand that uses the power of art to promote worldwide solidarity and cultural understanding. Based in New...
The annual VCUarts Fashion Show is catwalking into its 50th year. This dean’s-level event is well-attended, not only by students but by members of the community and esteemed guests as well. It will be held at the Train Shed at Main Street Station on Wednesday, May 8 for the second year in a row, according to Patricia Brown, chair of the VCUarts...
Back for an amazing 11th time, RVA Fashion Week will bring all the glamorous runway action your little heart desires to a variety of venues around town. Here's our full rundown of what's in store. Converging on Richmond this week for six days of colorful runway shows, intriguing industry-minded panel discussions, and invaluable networking...
*This article originally appeared in RVA Mag #34, on the streets now at all your favorite spots. As intricately embroidered blouses, vibrant floral kimonos, and brightly-colored tasseled earrings decorate department store racks this season, an Eastern flair is undeniably recognizable. Summer trends saw runways and boutiques chock-full of...
