From kindergarten to senior year of high school, I hopped around to different private schools in Las Vegas. Most of which were religious private schools, which meant I had a very strict uniform.

When thinking of the word “disabled” or more specifically “prosthetic,” usually one of the two following images pops into your head.

We’ve been told by society that certain patterns and colors shouldn’t be worn together. So, why is it that certain fashion icons make them look so chic?

Even if we think we’ve come a long way in equalizing the gender playing field, the female icons of our generation prove that on a mass scale, we still believe that a woman’s worth is based on her image.

“Oh my god, I love your necklace! Where did you get it?” asks the freshman leaving their Math 16A lecture in Dwinelle. “Oh, I got it on Depop!” replies the wearer of the piece, unaware that the orb adorning their neck symbolizes the Punk revolution.

From kindergarten to senior year of high school, I hopped around to different private schools in Las Vegas. Most of which were religious private schools, which meant I had a very strict uniform.

I started to wear the hijab at 17 years old. I’ve had an interest in fashion since I can remember, though as my relationship with Islam has changed, so has my self-presentation.

A look at fashion’s current muse, Minttu Vesala– and their unique runway walk