Black History Month: A Celebration of Fashion

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There is so much to commemorate about black history. We are excited to pay tribute through the electrifying work of these extraordinary fashion designers. Come join us.

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Experience the magnificent swimwear by designer Andrea Iyamah

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Pyer Moss, by award winning designer Kerby Jean-Raymond

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Pyer Moss bold graphic ensemble.

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Pyer Moss for Reebok.

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Vice President Kamala Harris in Pyer Moss coat on the evening before the inauguration. Credit: thecut.com

“When hospitals were experiencing a dire shortage of PPE at the beginning of the pandemic, Kerby Jean-Raymond, the Haitian-American designer and founder behind fashion label Pyer Moss, quickly converted his New York office into a donation center and donated $5,000 to purchase masks and gloves. The designer also set aside $50,000 for minority and women-owned small creative businesses that were distressed by COVID-19. The vice president-elect’s purposeful decision to wear a coat by a designer who stepped up to contribute to COVID-19 relief certainly bears a special meaning. As New York Times chief fashion critic Vanessa Friedman put it, “It’s not about fashion. It’s about values.” –Popsugar

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Brandy Boots by Brother Vellies

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Seafoam thigh high boots in Spandex with a 3.5″ plexy heel. Brother Vellies.

Founder and designer Aurora James sources by-product materials from farmers across the globe.

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Springbok Billfold Bag. Brother Vellies.

This handbag is sustainably produced. The strap is entirely hand carved from one solid piece of hardwood in Kenya.

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Pyer Moss hot pink Mamba boot for Brother Vellies. A heavenly collaboration.

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Latex Moto Pant in metallic teal by designer Laquan Smith.

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Tattersall Erin Puff sleeve mini dress by Laquan Smith.

A unique cut and silhouette for this traditional fabric.

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Dipti Jacket, 100% wool. Designer Laquan Smith crafts bespoke garments for assertive, self-confident women.

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Ocean blue button down Sabra by Andrea Iyamah can be worn as a dress or long tunic blouse.

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Innovative, graphic cap sleeve Mina one piece swimsuit by Andrea Iyamah.

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Queen of amazing swimwear, Andrea Iyamah makes modest look ultra sexy. The Kamari high waisted bikini, perfect for your next James Bond film.

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Ivy one piece. Stunning digital graphics, mesh inserts and retro high cut silhouette by Andrea Iyamah.

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Have you ever seen a bikini like this before? I didn’t think so. I know I haven’t. Ingenious Nigerian designer Andrea Iyamah adds a bubble sleeve top and long ties to craft this versatile and original swimsuit.

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It’s all about the movement. Incredible fringe jacket by Romeo Hunte.

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Tommy Hilfiger X Romeo Hunte Collaboration. A classic menswear camel coat gets an update with a unique layered look.

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Tommy Hilfiger X Romeo Hunte Collaboration. Drawstring waist taupe suit with burgundy colorblock top. Menswear takes a new turn.

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You will remember that designer Sergio Hudson created the stunning burgundy ensemble for former First Lady Michelle Obama to wear to President Biden’s inauguration. Credit: Harpersbazaar.com

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Cubist ensemble by incredibly talented designer Fe Noel. Her womenswear brand is based in Brooklyn, New York.

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Regal, billowing puff sleeves create a fantasy robe by Fe Noel.

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Sheer mixed with solid. Fe Noel blends textures and textiles to craft unusual and stunning ensembles.

We invite to explore the impressive work of these award winning fashion designers and observe Black History Month your way.

 

Diane Weisbeck

Diane Weisbeck is a native New Yorker. A luxury lifestyle content writer, Diane was a retail buyer for Lord & Taylor’s flagship store, a product design/developer for Saks Fifth Avenue’s corporate office and a Director of Retail for major museums and high end retailers. She assists global luxury brands with their marketing and brand strategies and is also a Fair Trade corporate art consultant.

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