While sitting in the Prince George Ballroom, before the show began, team members saged the space, performing a indigenous ritual as a means of clearing the energy before the show started. As the room quieted down following the energy and music, strobe lights began to flash signaling that the show was commencing. A bare-chest and well-fitted denim started the train of models and the subversive shapes only progressed. The intention behind the show was clear, uplifting your people, in a sacred space, while showcasing the beauty of your community. His show which was representitive in culture, also was diverse in gender identity, shape, and color.
As more models walked down the runway, his signature oversized silhouettes and a Dickies workwear collaboration made their way to the spotlight. Well-tailored suiting, wide-legged trousers, and strong shoulders were all featured in this collection, revealing the technique of Chavarria’s eye for structure with an intersection of playfulness. Pops of green and blue popped out in a sea of neutral workwear, and a matching trench coat and trouser combination in vivid green with the beautiful cuffs were the stand out piece from this collection. Referencing his last collection, the notion of queer fashion and redefining masculinity in his community still speaks to this current collection. Genderfluid shapes like trenchcoat dresses manifest in that sentiment.
Willy Chavarria showed the audience what being UNCUT means, an authentic expression and coveted freedom that we all crave to feel. He says this collection is about, “American land — all of America.” To Chavarria, the American dream is shown through his interpretations of the blue collar worker, those who embrace divine masculinity, and those who rarely feel seen. It was nothing short of beautiful.
office got to catch up with the casting assistant from the show, Maxwell Vice, and Willy for a all inclusive sit-down interview.