On the occasion of Rome Fashion Week, RUFA opens the doors of its Via Giuseppe Libetta campus for a unique event celebrating textiles in all their forms: from archival preservation to circular fashion.

This is not just an exhibition, but an interactive experience where historical heritage meets the environmental commitment of our students.

1. An exclusive preview: the Franco Annoni Textile Archive

We are proud to present a teaser of the precious Franco Annoni Textile Archive, recently included in the prestigious publication “Trame. Il tessuto italiano dei musei e degli archivi di moda.”

While awaiting the official completion of the project, the RUFA Library will host a preview of the archive: some of its most iconic folders will be available for consultation, together with an advance copy of the TRAME volume.
It is a rare opportunity to experience first-hand the history of Italian textile manufacturing and discover the tactile heart of our academy.

2. Vintage Archive G20: over 200 garments to discover

The journey continues in classroom G20, which for the occasion will unveil our new collection of over 200 vintage garments.
This archive is not just a collection of clothes, but a living educational resource designed to inspire new generations of designers through the study of cuts, materials and structures that shaped the fashion of the last century.

3. Fashion for Forests: Solidarity Swap Party

The beating heart of the event will be our special Solidarity Swap Party, organised in collaboration with Fondazione Sylva, a partner actively engaged in the reforestation of the Salento area.

The initiative works as an innovative “solidarity swap party.”

What you’ll find:
A carefully curated selection of garments from our vintage stock, together with original creations made available by our students.

How to participate:
The garments will not have a fixed price; they can be chosen in exchange for a free donation made directly to Fondazione Sylva.

Styling tips:
Throughout the event, a team of RUFA student stylists will be available to visitors, offering advice on how to reinterpret the selected garments, combining contemporary style with the philosophy of reuse.

“Take a dress, fund a forest”: a tangible gesture to support the environment through the culture of fashion.