We had the good fortune of connecting with Schakara Arrazola-tiscareno and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Schakara, how does your business help the community?
Southern Colorado Fashion has a significant impact on the local community by fostering creativity, promoting inclusivity, and driving economic growth.

Southern Colorado Fashion provides a platform for designers, models, stylists, and artists to showcase their skills and creativity. This helps local talent gain visibility and experience, creating new opportunities in the fashion industry that might not otherwise be accessible in smaller cities.

Through events like fashion shows, Southern Colorado Fashion brings together people from all walks of life, fostering a sense of community and collaboration. These events celebrate diversity by welcoming people of all ages, body types, and backgrounds, promoting inclusivity and breaking down stereotypes in fashion.

We support local businesses such as salons, boutiques, and event spaces, boosting the local economy. Brand ambassadors and participants can earn from their involvement, creating opportunities for entrepreneurship and side incomes within the community.

Fashion is a form of artistic expression, and Southern Colorado Fashion contributes to the cultural vibrancy of the region. It introduces new trends, highlights local craftsmanship, and inspires others to express themselves through style. This not only enriches the local fashion scene but also strengthens the region’s cultural identity.

The organization of events, mentorship, and community involvement through Southern Colorado Fashion helps to inspire and educate the younger generation, encouraging leadership and participation in community-driven initiatives.

By blending art, commerce, and community, Southern Colorado Fashion enriches lives while providing opportunities for growth and collaboration.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
Southern Colorado Fashion began with a mission to give local designers, models, and creatives a platform to showcase their talents in an area where opportunities in fashion were scarce.

The brand empowers individuals who might not have access to the large, established fashion industries of bigger cities, creating a space for talent to grow, be seen, and gain experience.

Southern Colorado Fashion prides itself on breaking traditional fashion stereotypes. Its shows feature people of all body types, ages, and ethnicities, showcasing that fashion is for everyone. Our brand sends a powerful message about inclusivity, representation, and self-expression, making a positive impact on the local culture.

Southern Colorado Fashion is a symbol of artistic expression and cultural pride in the region. By mixing global fashion trends with local influences, it creates a unique style that reflects the rich, diverse heritage of Southern Colorado.

The brand celebrates the region’s history, creativity, and individuality, while fostering a thriving fashion scene.

Any places to eat or things to do that you can share with our readers? If they have a friend visiting town, what are some spots they could take them to?
Family Entertainment- Copper River
Gym- Snap Fitness
Water Activities- Pueblo Reservoir
Outdoor Exploration- Pueblo Mountain Park
Coffee Shop- Sacred Bean
Food Hall- Fuel & Iron
Art Experiences- Blo Back Gallery
Salon- Root Republic
Music Experience- Sugar Cube House
Library- Rawlings Library
Boutique- Land of Ozz

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
We would love to give a shoutout to our Sponsors, Mad Fresh Productions, Sugar Cube House and the City of Pueblo!

Business sponsors are the backbone of Southern Colorado Fashion’s success, fueling its growth, increasing community impact, and ensuring the continuity of its mission to elevate local fashion talent and culture.

Website: https://www.southerncoloradofashion.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/southerncoloradofashion

Facebook: Https://www.facebook.com/southerncoloradofashion

Image Credits
Kelsie Heckman Photography

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