raymond (rj) ruacho

fashion is a form of protest. me dressing as myself negates the gender constructs that tie us down.

Placed 11th

in their group

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What makes your style stand out?

my style is polar opposite to my birth sex. i try to present as feminine as possible. anything to make me softer, elegant, and to gracefully stand out.

What’s your dream fashion moment?

My dream fashion moment is to be completely transformed by an artist’s craftsmanship. I dream of an opportunity where i can work along side artists in order to make their visions come to life

What would you do with $20,000?

If i am blessed enough to receive the $20,000, I would use it to help me pay for law school so that I can dedicate my life to being a public servant and defending those who are unjustly having the weight of the law pressed down upon them.