There are certain films that aren’t just watched but absorbed, metabolized into the DNA of an entire culture. For hip-hop, Belly is one of those films. The late '90s street saga, directed by the legendary Hype Williams, wasn’t Hollywood— Hollywood didn’t...
Mass Appeal was originally printed in RVA #30 FALL 2017, you can check out the issue HERE or pick it up around Richmond now. The Good Wear Blog Launches To Highlight Richmond’s Sustainable Fashion “I think a lot of parts of the ethical fashion movement can be compared to the food movement that started years ago,” remarked Kelly LaFerriere, the...
When you first walk into Rider Boot Shop on Broad Street, you’re hit by the smell of fresh leather. It’s not the usual leather you find floating off your Steve Madden boots from the sale rack, though. Here, you’ll find Chelsea boots, Oxfords, and sneakers made from South African Antelope (known as kudu), waxed horse flesh, ostrich, elk, stingray,...
While Virginians have been busy with voting and buzzing about the recent election results, world-renowned fashion designers, community leaders, wellness experts, and other female entrepreneurs have been busy prepping for the upcoming lifestyle design conference Rebelle Con this weekend in Richmond. The conference event, according to its website,...
For the fourth year in a row, RVA Fashion Week will celebrate the fall season with a special series of events this weekend. Local non-profit Dress for Success and VCU’s student mag will also host fashion-related events. Throughout the weekend of shopping, partying, and walking, Richmonders will have the opportunity to get up close and personal...
RVA Fashion Week is almost upon us, and that means runways, models showing off this season's trends, and all of Richmond's creative and unique designers selling everything from clothes, to hats to jewelry. One particular designer that caught RVA Mag's eye last year was Miranda Classic Ties. Philip Miranda, along with his wife, Jessica, launched...
School is back in session, which means everyone is busting out there best gear for fall. We recently took a look at fashion trends from students over at the University of Richmond so we thought we'd see what the students at Virginia Commonwealth University were wearing and how they compare. Take a look below to see if you're keeping up with the...
College campuses are back in full swing and bustling with students juggling hectic schedules and trying to get their bearings on a new year with new classes and new surroundings. Before it gets too chilly and everyone is sporting hoodies, yoga pants, and endless flannel to class, we thought we'd catch up with some current students to see what...
A movement has been building for some time in Richmond. The city has become globally known for its creative talent pool and has proven fertile ground for startups and entrepreneurs. Industries such as technology, music, food, crafts, advertising and more have taken root and created a community to sustain them. Though VCU’s Fashion Design and...
Purpose work is thriving in Richmond. The challenges of starting a business alone are enough for most entrepreneurs, but one small business owner here is going the extra mile. Reana Muhammad, CEO of RÉNA IMAN, runs a socially-conscious handbag label which has joined the fight to end domestic violence. RÉNA IMAN handcrafted luxury bags donate a...
