A strut as graceful as a gazelle and as fierce as a tiger.
Pictured: Bianca J. Rodriguez, Fashion Show Coordinator
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Upon graduating from Florida State University (FSU) with a Batchelor of Arts degree in Editing, Writing and Media with a minor in Communications, Bianca J. Rodriguez spent three months of intense planning to create one show-stopping night.
Creativity, and a knack for cutting, sewing and customizing clothes that she thrifts is her staple. Rodriguez’s keen eye for design can transform the most drab outfits into something fabulous.
Models Left to Right: Shatavia Freeman, Carleigh Robinett, Be’ijz Smith, Hannah Boucher, Dajah Dorn, Elton Burgest, Bianca J. Rodriguez, Joi, Maxine Beck, Nailah Dugger, Jae House, Abby Ayers, Kathryn Lewis, Mariah and Rachel Hope.
Showtime
In other fashion projects I’ve been apart of, I felt very restricted on creativity. Like, their way or no way. I like thinking outside the box. I wanted to put on a show where I can express myself and my style fully and give a taste of what is to come. -Bianca J. Rodriguez
On Jul. 20, Rodriguez was ready for her first fashion show. She was nervous a few moments leading up to the show, but she remained focused, calm and locked in to ensure a smooth show.
Bianca J. Rodriguez prepping models before showtime
Each hurdle that arose was handled with grace. Some models backed out last minute, she struggled to find the perfect music playlist, and had doubts if there would be a full house. However, she managed to recruit enough models to make a smooth transition between looks, found the perfect soundtracks for models to walk to and she had a full house. In fact, the venue ran out of seats and had to bring in more.
The Looks
My fabulous friend, content creator, designer, and artist, Bianca Rodriguez, hosted her first fashion show. Here, I’m wearing a dress that she thrifted, then customized herself!
In the first half of the show, models worked the runway in “Resort” looks that featured causal, colorful and chic pieces.
My fabulous friend, content creator, designer, and artist, Bianca Rodriguez, hosted her first fashion show. Here, I’m wearing a dress that she thrifted, then customized herself!
Vintage pieces, customized and handprinted by Bianca J. Rodriguez. This was her very first runway show that she orchestrated herself. She is a graduate from Florida State University (FSU).
Vintage pieces, customized and handprinted by Bianca J. Rodriguez. This was her very first runway show that she orchestrated herself. She is a graduate from Florida State University (FSU).
My fabulous friend, content creator, designer, and artist, Bianca Rodriguez, hosted her first fashion show. Here, I’m wearing a dress that she thrifted, then customized herself!
My fabulous friend, content creator, designer, and artist, Bianca Rodriguez, hosted her first fashion show. Here, I’m wearing a dress that she thrifted, then customized herself!
My fabulous friend, content creator, designer, and artist, Bianca Rodriguez, hosted her first fashion show. Here, I’m wearing a dress that she thrifted, then customized herself!
The second half donned “Nighttime” looks that were more moody, edgy and sexy.
My fabulous friend, content creator, designer, and artist, Bianca Rodriguez, hosted her first fashion show. Here, I’m wearing a dress that she thrifted, then customized herself!
My fabulous friend, content creator, designer, and artist, Bianca Rodriguez, hosted her first fashion show. Here, I’m wearing a dress that she thrifted, then customized herself!
My fabulous friend, content creator, designer, and artist, Bianca Rodriguez, hosted her first fashion show. Here, I’m wearing a dress that she thrifted, then customized herself!
Vintage pieces, customized and handprinted by Bianca J. Rodriguez. This was her very first runway show that she orchestrated herself. She is a graduate from Florida State University (FSU).
Vintage pieces, customized and handprinted by Bianca J. Rodriguez. This was her very first runway show that she orchestrated herself. She is a graduate from Florida State University (FSU).
Vintage pieces, customized and handprinted by Bianca J. Rodriguez. This was her very first runway show that she orchestrated herself. She is a graduate from Florida State University (FSU).
Vintage pieces, customized and handprinted by Bianca J. Rodriguez. This was her very first runway show that she orchestrated herself. She is a graduate from Florida State University (FSU).
Vintage pieces, customized and handprinted by Bianca J. Rodriguez. This was her very first runway show that she orchestrated herself. She is a graduate from Florida State University (FSU).
Vintage pieces, customized and handprinted by Bianca J. Rodriguez. This was her very first runway show that she orchestrated herself. She is a graduate from Florida State University (FSU).
Each ensemble worn by the models was thrifted from local thrift shops, then customized and tailored by Bianca herself.
Her diligence, effort and patience paid off. Each look featured a unique touch. Like, handprinted palm leafs, a face and embellishments.
It was a pleasure to be one of the models featured in her show. I watched how she interacted with each person and how she smiled through her frustration and to see the show come to fruition was incredible.
You go, Bianca! Continue to let your light shine and inspire others with your creativity. You are truly one-of-a-kind.
Pictured: Bianca J. Rodriguez/ Photo: Instagram (@bianca_j)
Sound off in the comments below, and share which look is your favorite and why. I want to hear from you!
Hi there! This is my 1st comment here so I just wanted to give a quick shout out and say I genuinely enjoy reading through your posts. Can you recommend any other blogs/websites/forums that go over the same subjects? Thank you so much!
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Hi there! This is my 1st comment here so I just wanted to give a quick shout out and say I genuinely enjoy reading through your posts. Can you recommend any other blogs/websites/forums that go over the same subjects? Thank you so much!
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