10 Black-Owned Fashion Brands That Are Well Worth Your Attention And Dollars
Shopping from black-owned brands and retailers is good way to show your solidarity to the black community.
There’s still unrest in the US and now all over the UK, France, Australia, and New Zealand following the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis last week. Thousands of people have taken to the streets to demand justice not only for Floyd but also for the many black victims of police brutality.
For fashion fans that want to take a stand against racism and support the black community, but are unable to make it to the frontlines – shopping from black-owned brands is a great way to show solidarity.
Below is a selection of black-owned fashion labels that are worth copping, many of which your fave celebs like Bad Gal Riri and Beyoncé have been spotted wearing.
HANIFA
Congolese designer and Hanifa founder, Anifa Mvuemba, broke the internet when she debuted her latest collection Pink Label Congo with the use of innovative 3D models on Instagram Live. Founded in 2012, the self-taught designer describes Hanifa as “alluring, abstract and inclusive.” The Maryland native consistently showcases feminine, vibrant, and structured designs that are made for women of all sizes. So you can expect to get a lot of glamorous, statement-making clothing from her label.
Pyer Moss
Kerby Jean-Raymond’s collections are used to explore the rich and layered history of the Black American experience, a narrative that is absent from the world of high fashion. He also uses his runway as a platform for social justice. For his Spring 2016 runway, Jean Raymond delivered a 12-minute-long clip addressing the issue of race and police brutality against Black people. Pyer Moss offers everything from sweats to colourful gowns.
Christopher John Rogers
The Louisiana native creates voluminous and colourful looks that are perfect for the red carpet. Worn by the likes of Rihanna, Tracee Ellis Ross and Lizzo.
TIA ADEOLA
Nigeria-born, London-raised, and New York-based designer Teniola made her first solo brand debut at New York fashion week this past February, but she’s already had her designs worn by A-listers like SZA and Gigi Hadid.
LaQuan Smith
If you’re in search for clothes that’ll show off your curves, LaQuans sexy run-way ready designs are what you need. Cardi B, Winnie Harlow and Kendall Jenner are all fans of the brand.
Brother Vellies
Aurora James is famous for his cult-favorite footwear which is handmade by artisans around the globe using traditional African practices.
Cushnie
Carly Cushnie’s collections are sexy and sleek – perfect for a night out! Her specialities are slinky slip dresses and sophisticated suits. She has dressed celebs ranging from Michelle Obama, Lala Anthony, Selena Gomez, to Ashley Graham.
Fenoel
Fenoel boasts a large crew of celebrity fans including Beyonce, Jackie Aina, and Teyana Taylor. She gets all her inspo from her Caribbean heritage to create her vivid and colorful collections.
Fenty
In 2019, Riri made history by becoming the first black woman to head a luxury label for LVMH. Rihanna’s superstar fashion label embraces diversity on the runway in various forms including featuring many women of colour and a variety of different body shapes and sizes.
Wales Bonner
British designer Grace Wales Bonner explores European and African heritage in her collections, using her designs as a direct response to notions of race and gender. Wales Bonner has collaborated with the likes of Dior and has won some coveted awards along the way, including the prestigious LVMH Prize and the Fashion Award for Emerging Talent.
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