RICHMOND, Virginia, May 14 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news on May 13, 2025:

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Class of 2025: Fashion designer Franchesca Claros-Chavez finds and shares her style

Leaning into her heritage, she envisions spreading a Latinx look.

By Joan Tupponce

Franchesca Claros-Chavez's excitement was evident as models walked the runway during her first Latinx fashion show in the Commons this month.