Greetings!

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Greetings! *

Hi, I’m Olivia Canderelli, a young professional with a deep passion for fashion and business, where creativity and commerce cross to influence industry trends. This passion led me to pursue higher education at Virginia Commonwealth University’s School of the Arts, where I am working towards my Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Merchandising, along with a minor in Marketing.

Throughout my journey, I’ve developed core values for empathy, attentiveness, respect, and consideration. These values guide both my personal and professional life, shaping how I approach opportunities and connect with others. Born and raised in Richmond, Virginia, I take great pride in having studied at a university within my hometown, which has enriched both my academic and personal experiences.

Project completed on Adobe Photoshop for Intro to Technology in Fashion Merchandising (Fall, 2022)

  • Soft skills of mine include; integrity, teamwork, dedication, empathy, & adaptability.

    Hard skills of mine include; graphic design, Excel, Adobe Suite, writing, & researching.

  • Growing up, I often struggled with fitting in and felt like an outcast in one way or another. As I got older, I began using fashion as a way to connect with those around me, hoping to blend in. This exploration opened the door to the world of fashion, and over time, I discovered something even more powerful—my own personal style. Fashion became not just a tool to fit in but a form of self-expression, allowing me to embrace my individuality rather than conform to external influences. This journey is what led me to pursue a career in the fashion industry, where creativity and personal identity thrive.

  • Empathy, attentiveness, consideration, and respect are core values that I hold close to my heart, shaped by meaningful experiences throughout my life.

“Always remember that motivation gets you moving, but determination keeps you going.”

-Dr. Prem Jagyasi

Symptoms of Depression

35 mm Manual Film Photography, Olivia Canderelli