I'm Queer,Autistic, & hEDs, Two-Spirit,and I love to express myself, Im also a 52 year old. Don't feel like it!
We would like to thank you for supporting Rio Russell in this years competition. Your participation allows us to empower the Elton John AIDS Foundation in their mission to end AIDS for everyone, everywhere.
What makes your style stand out?
I live as unmasked as possible, which includes wearing what brings me joy. I upcycle and refashion and personalize almost everything, thrifting, clearance, & dumpster diving. I wear any "theme/genre", & frequently mix them. My clothing expresses how Im feeling, physically and emotionally. I also have to make my clothing accessible.
What’s your dream fashion moment?
To create an art exhibit with my multimedia media arts (Im a Prodigious Savant), have my music playing, and a catwalk running through where acter you enjoy the exhibit, you enjoy a fashion show of my creations.
What would you do with $20,000?
Put the money down for my Charity's Affordable Housing property. Ive created a model for Marginalized Artists that no one has seen before, Wdmknton's Affordable Hpusong and their investment office both want to be involved, other places will also sponsor, Im a great fundraiser, but I need the down payment. Ill use my own status as a marginalized artist to make it a little bit easier. Also, provide supplies to local artists, interview and exhibit outfits, and more.