Ryan
Artistic, friendly, and successful shortly sum up this week’s SHRN. After graduating from Baylor in 2015, Ryan has continued to impact Waco in various ways. Currently, he works as a creative director for brands. Establishing Collide Creatve, a community organization, Ryan and his team strive to connect individuals through social media, fashion, and events. On top of that, Ryan writes and performs his own music. Ryan’s outgoing presence is easily recognized and draws anyone to befriend him, making him So Hot Right Now.
How would you define your style?
A mixture of comfortable, trendy, and athletic.
What are your favorite trends right now?
The free fitting look that is trendy but still comfortable
Where are your favorite places to shop?
I love Banana Republic because it’s classy yet simple and puts you at the table without standing out too much, H&M because it is fashionable and affordable, and Urban Outfitters.
What is one piece of clothing you cannot live without?
Socks are the easiest way to express yourself. If you see me, I am always wearing cool socks.
Who is your style icon?
I would have to say Jon Bellion or Kayne in the 2000s.
A quote you live by?
“It’s okay not to be okay.”
What is your favorite season to dress in?
The sweet spot right between fall and winter.
If you could live anywhere, where would it be?
I would love to live in Paris. I performed in front of the Eiffel Tower a couple years ago and could definitely see myself living there.
What role does fashion play in your life?
What I'm wearing can tell people around me how I'm doing. Expression is one of the biggest things about being human, and I think that people should express themselves through what they wear.
Go-to outfit?
White shoes, jeans or Lulu joggers, long sleeve shirt, bracelets, and long socks.
What he’s wearing:
Jeans: Banana Republic
Shoes: H&M
Socks: Stance Chicka D
Sweater: Carmel California Clothing Store
Hat: New Era
Wristband: Gift shop in Vancouver, CA
Written by: Maggie Evans
Photos by: Avery Owens
Edited by: Josie Gruber