RCF’s guide to Roadtripping: Vintage and Secondhand in VA

RCF’s guide to Roadtripping: Vintage and Secondhand in VA Whether you’re Thelma and Louise or Bonnie and Clyde, take Virginia’s scenic byways by storm with our personal guide to a killer (pun intended) roadtrip. “Growing up I would always listen to my dad’s 70s music. And growing up as a Mexican on the west coast, […]

Tales Of The Rockstar Girlfriend​

Tales Of The Rockstar Girlfriend Smokey makeup, effortless charisma and grunge fashion are just some of the reasons everyone wants to harness the look of the rockstar girlfriend. All aspects of this style are alluring; it’s the older, cooler sister of the hyper feminine 2000s aesthetic, which is also making a comeback. But is it […]

Wardrobe Wednesday: Ryan’s Ritzy Attire

Wardrobe Wednesday: Ryan’s Ritzy Attire Richmond native, Ryan Carson, took us on a tour of her expansive and curated closet, or glam room more like. Following the likeness of her favorite style influencers @madisonxwild and @briidgetbrown, Carson has her own set of unique staple items and outfit formulas. Carson describes her specific style as “chic” […]

Trend Tuesday: Burgundy

Trend Tuesday: Burgundy If we’ve learned anything from the Spring 2024 runway, it’s that burgundy is the new it color for the foreseeable future. A deeper, richer shade of the red that everyone’s closets were full of in the fall. Shown in collections by Kim Shui, Gucci, Hermès, Saint Laurent, Miu Miu and more in […]

Nathalie’s Sentimental Secondhand Style

Nathalie’s Sentimental Secondhand Style Sleek style and flirty femininity come together seamlessly in junior Fashion Merchandising student, Nathalie Santis’ closet. While incorporating classics and staples in her wardrobe, Santis’ style is far from basic. Accessories shine in her collection; from bags to belts to the perfect shoes. Nathalie often plays with classic silhouettes and elevates […]

Wardrobe Wednesday: Dyanna’s Designer Dream

Wardrobe Wednesday: Dyanna’s Designer Dream Dyanna Gamarro, the fashion it-girl of Richmond, has a to-die-for collection of kitten heels, blazers, and trendy accessories. This fashion merchandising senior describes her style as young, chic and feminine with a plentiful closet to prove it. The fun color palette in her garments keeps her style playful as she […]

Wardrobe Wednesday: Julia’s Whimsical Wardrobe

Wardrobe Wednesday: Julia’s Whimsical Wardrobe The culture of 90s fashion is ever present in VCU sophomore Julia Karns’ closet. With style icons from prominent 90s and early 2000s pop culture such as Lorelai Gilmore, Buffy Summers, and Jackie Burkhart, Julia’s wardrobe is nothing short of exceptional. Filled with classic silhouettes, rich earth tones, and soft […]

Wardrobe Wednesday: Grace’s Perfectly Posh Closet

Wardrobe Wednesday: Grace’s Perfectly Posh Closet Tasteful sex-appeal, effortless elegance, and sleek street style come together seamlessly in VCU student, Grace Marchosky’s closet. Marchosky graciously gave a behind the scenes look into her charisma filled wardrobe and space. Through mixing new and old treasures, oddities, and cherished pieces; she has perfected the recipe to be […]

Unmasking the Art of the Masquerade

Unmasking the Art of the Masquerade Since the introduction of the masquerade ball in Medieval France, there has been an air of seduction and allure around these typically high profile events. With the original parties surrounding royals and court goers- prestige and power, rendezvous and intrigue are the core of the masquerade. After all, doesn’t […]

This Fall’s Biggest Fashion Trends

This Fall’s Biggest Fashion Trends By Stephania Jugo Everyone’s favorite fashion season is finally upon us. As we have seen in January’s runway shows, the fall season will be expanding on various themes and trends. Silhouettes will look similar to that of the A-line and sheathe looks of the 60s. This fall, pairings will be classic […]