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This story is part of Black Ensemble, a series celebrating Black leaders, innovators, and trendsetters in the fashion industry.As recently as 20 years ago, luxury fashion was synonymous with formalwear. Hollywood’s elite arrived at awards shows donning Harry Winston diamonds and Dior gowns. Hip-hop artists, meanwhile, had been blurring the boundaries between luxury and streetwear for decades. In 2003, for instance, Missy Elliott wore an Adidas tracksuit to the Grammys; in 2001, Big Boi showed up to his very first VMAs in pink Nikes and an oversized T-shirt. But luxury brands and white celebrities had not yet fully embraced the growing trend. Missy Elliott at the…
(CNN) — You’ve seen the early episodes: flashing teeth, swaying hips and oil-misted afros swaying to the beat. This was “Soul Train,” the music TV series that was Black people’s binoculars. It showcased popular songs and performances from a wide range of artists and featured some of the most energetic studio audiences you’d ever seen. From MTV’s “TRL” to BET’s “106 & Park” to NPR’s “Tiny Desk” to the list goes on, “Soul Train” chugged along, shaping cool ideas in dance, fashion and culture. When it premiered on Chicago’s WCIU-TV in August 1970, this Saturday morning entertainment show portrayed a…
Barbie is one of the most stylish dolls on the planet. Just take a peek at her Instagram account, @BarbieStyle, where she has 3 million followers. Over the years, Barbie has raised the bar in fashion by wearing iconic pieces by Black fashion designers. Here are six pieces that have redefined Barbie’s look to celebrate Black beauty and style. Zerina Akers (2023) Image: Instagram/@BarbieStyle. Barbie partnered with fashion stylist and Emmy Award-winning costume designer Zerina Akers to curate outfits for Black History Month this February. Featuring sweatsuit sets and leather jackets, the Barbie collection captures the essence of chic streetwear.…
POPSUGAR: How have the past three years impacted you personally and professionally? Teresa Ebagua: For me, the racial reckoning of 2020 was actually a blessing. We used to be a wholesale model, but we launched our e-commerce site in September. I felt like my voice was being undermined by one of the big retailers, so I really wanted to do something colorful that I love. So I decided to cultivate my own consumer and following. I didn’t know what the response would be, but the racial reckoning gave me the courage to step out in my purpose. I was scared,…
A nail design contest. A fashion show celebrating 50 years of hip-hop. The Minnesota Met Gala with its impressive dresses. For organizer Natalie Morrow, introducing new artists and events is a must when hosting Black Fashion Week MN (BFWMN), and the upcoming spring lineup, which includes events running May 5-13, is no exception. “What we’re really focused on is that there’s a lot of creative talent in the Twin Cities,” Morrow said. “Our focus is [and highlight] It brings out new designers, new creative artists, new models and really grows the community.” As well as introducing new faces, Morrow is…
style Tyra Erickson April 17, 2023 Photo courtesy of Black Fashion Week MN New York City aside, the Met Gala is coming to the Twin Cities. The inaugural Met Gala in Minnesota on May 13 will round out the spring lineup of exciting Black Fashion Week MN events. The premier fundraising party will be another success story celebrating Minneapolis’s high-profile and vibrant fashion community and showcasing style and talent. “The theme of the gala is ‘Awesome,'” says Natalie Morrow, founder and CEO of BFWMN. “We want people to dress up as if they were going to the Met in New…
Black fashion influencers haven’t always been given the shine and recognition they deserve. Despite constantly setting trends around the world, they are often overlooked compared to their white counterparts. Fashion and style influencer Jeneé Naylor, aka High Low Luxxe, went from being a store manager at one of the largest retailers in the United States to becoming one of the most well-known Black fashion influencers today. Naylor has faced her fair share of obstacles along the way, from feeling like she always has to be over the top to spending countless hours making sure her content is top-notch. But now…
Daniel Day, 78, better known as the legendary Dapper Dan, began his career as “the king of knockoffs” according to Trill Magazine, and is now known as one of the most influential figures in menswear and streetwear.Diane Dixon wearing custom Louis Vuitton by Dapper Dan Atelier. Photo: @dapperdanharlem/InstagramAccording to The Guardian, Day began his career making clothes for gangsters in Harlem, New York, and Scialfe said his clothing atelier, Dapper Dan’s Boutique, was known for transforming the logos of luxury fashion brands such as Louis Vuitton and Gucci into his own creations.His talent was eventually recognised by the industry, and…
OMAHA, Neb. (KPTM) — For many business owners across America, taking a risk and believing in yourself is what starts a business.The same goes for local business owners in the capital region.About a year ago, a young fashion designer took a big step by launching her own custom clothing design business.For Cherish Perkins, starting a business was a risk she knew about, but to her it was all worth it – all to fulfill a dream she’d had since she was five years old. Perkins said her work is very unique and bold, and she likes to experiment with different…
(From left) Black Fashion Society president Caroline Sanders McCollum and models Skay Williams and Azaria Wiggins pose outside Bryant Hall. Photo by HG Biggs. The Black Fashion Society at the University of Mississippi is a confidence-building club for all students with a passion for all things fashion. “Black Fashion Society is dedicated to empowering underrepresented students to embrace who they are and pursue whatever passion they have,” said Caroline Sanders McCollum, president of the society. With this spirit in mind, McCollum and Jordan Wells founded Black Fashion Society in 2019. “I realized there wasn’t a group on campus for minority…