Author: Visionary Artistry Magazine

Willy Chavarria: Fashion + Identity + Activism

As the fashion industry continues to evolve, Willy Chavarria remains at the forefront, reshaping the landscape with his distinctive vision and unwavering dedication to empowerment and equality. With each collection, he challenges us to confront societal norms and embrace the beauty of diversity—a testament to his enduring legacy as a designer, activist, and visionary.

 Known for his bold designs and unwavering activism, Willy Chavarria is an American fashion luminary. He’s originally fromFresno, California,  Chavarria's multicultural heritage, with an Irish-American mother and a Mexican-American father, profoundly influences his work and perspective.

Chavarria's journey into the realm of fashion began during his early twenties when he pursued a degree in graphic design at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. During his part-time employment at Joe Boxer's shipping department, he found his calling in fashion. His dedication and talent secured him an internship with Nicholas Graham, leading to a designer role at Joe Boxer.

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Colleen Hoover: TikTok’s Most Controversial Author

Known for her romance novels and psychological thrillers, Colleen Hoover has quickly made a name for herself in the book community, particularly BookTok - a community on TikTok dedicated solely to book reviews and recommendations. 

Though she’s garnered a lot of success during the past decade, she has recently come under fire for a multitude of accusations.

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Black Art in America: A Cultural Community

What began as a conversation between Najee Dorsey, an Atlanta creator, and a few other colleagues at a dinner in Chicago about the lack of Black representation within the art world blossomed into a movement that took both the internet and the city of Atlanta by storm. 

Dorsey knew that the art world could sometimes be a hard place to maneuver, especially for smaller artists, and he wanted to create a space that would welcome creators with open arms, giving Black artists a chance to grow and be recognized for their gifts. 

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Rolf Ekroth: Designing with Straws

Appearing on the Copenhagen runway this year was a classic black suit, consisting of a blazer and flowy skirt, draped with red fabric crocheted into solomon knots, intertwined with red roses .   The outfit was paired with a red windbreaker-style jacket and  a matching skirt. The designer’s twist on the “looking through rose-colored glasses” saying caught the attention of fashion junkies everywhere.

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