Her Week 2025 has just concluded. It was a huge success, and this year’s Her Fashion Day marked the first-ever Her Campus fashion show! The theme was “Waves of Feminism” and showcased looks related to feminism throughout the years, allowing designers and stylists creative freedom in their representation choices.
Seven different looks were created, all inspired by a different feminist icon or time period. This article will describe the inspiration for each look and how it was brought to life.
- chappell Roan
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In the past year, Chappell Roan’s music career has skyrocketed. This look was inspired by her pink butterfly Coachella outfit. Her fun and empowering songs and stage presence have gained her a huge fan base and created pop hits that will leave a mark on our generation. Ella Scott brought this look to life with a sparkly butterfly-shaped top, miniskirt and butterfly heels. It was pink from head to toe!
- RAquelle Sherwood
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This one was for all the Barbie fans. In the hit show “Barbie Life in the Dreamhouse,” the villain is the hilarious diva, Raquelle. She is the comedic relief of the show and is always decked out in red, black and either gold or silver accents.
“This look was based on my Raquelle doll, and she actually walked the runway with the model!” Designer Riley Sipe commented. Sipe designed this look herself with a giant red bow on a satin skirt and a fold-over off-the-shoulder cheetah print top.
- Mulan
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I styled my look off of Mulan and her impact on little girls all over the world. Her story is that you need to fight for what you believe in, no matter what it takes. She takes her sick father’s place in the war, even though only men can be soldiers.
She pushes boundaries and proves that women can do anything. I styled my model in a Mulan-inspired outfit based on a Mulan doll I had as a kid. This look was more feminine with a long pink satin dress and a layered fabric belt.
- ’60s Hippie
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Next, Ella Holzhei created a look inspired by ’60s hippie culture. This period is known for its peaceful nature and soft color choices. Her model was wearing a loose skirt with a fitted blue tank top. Her hair was done in two braids and cute floral hair accessories.
- Women of the six triple eights
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Morgan Grant styled a powerful look based on the Six Triple Eights. The Six Triple Eights were the first and only all-African American, all-female WAC (Women’s Army Corps) unit sent overseas during the war.
They had the impossible task of sorting through thousands of pieces of mail and managed to get it done under the impossible deadline. Morgan said she used only pieces in her own closet. The look involved a sage green blazer, a chunky belt and a skirt covered in envelopes.
- victorian inspired gown
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This next dress was designed to mimic a red and black Victorian gown. The dress was created by Ash Welch. In the words of Welch, this gown empowers the “first tension of feminism,” symbolizing the movement of self-expression in women’s clothing. The bold off-the-shoulder sleeves represent breaking the norms of Victorian fashion.
- Princess diana’s Revenge Dress
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Finally, Maddy DeMuzio styled a look of thrifted pieces to emulate Princess Diana’s iconic revenge dress. Princess Diana is a trailblazer when it comes to public perception and standing up for what you believe in. This was a sleek black dress with pearls and an updo. It was classic and elegant.
Great job to everyone who participated in the fashion show and Her Week!