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Social media has made fashion more accessible than ever. Black founders and designers are at the forefront for some of today’s most popular trends. Black designers still struggle to get their work seen on more industry platforms, despite not having the funding and resources they need.
To promote diversity in fashion, two organisations were founded in 2020: The 15 Percent Pledge & the Black in Fashion Council (BIFC). The Council of Fashion Designers of America also announced in 2021 the creation of IMPACT. It is an initiative that aims at increasing opportunities for Black designers and fashion professionals. As part of the CFDA’s initiative, the organization partnered with BIFC and the 15 Percent Pledge during NYFW in September 2022, inviting 28 Black designers to present collections during the week — the most since the inception of the CFDA. As we make each step toward equalizing the fashion industry for creatives of colour, more doors are opening, which allows new designers to be seated at the table.
Consider supporting the businesses of Black History Month’s trailblazers this February by celebrating Black History Month. Below are some hot Black fashion labels.
Ciriaco
Ciriaco was founded in 2020 by Ashley Ciriaco of Atlanta. It fuses streetwear with bold details and luxury to create elegant, affordable handbags. Ciriaco’s current funding is 100% self-funded. In 2022, the growing brand reached $168,000 in annual sales, and it’s now sold at Kith stores.
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Kwame Adusei
Nana Kwame Adusei founded his own label Kwame Adusei in 2020 with the sole purpose of promoting Ghanaian fashion and art. In 2022, the brand was invited to participate in Black in Fashion Council’s NYFW discovery showroom, which launched it to new heights. Kwame Adusei was spotted by stars like Ciara, Lori Harvey, and Gabrielle Union.
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Buzzoms
Fashionable, trendy clothes that fit larger women can be difficult for those with bigger busts. Buzzoms was established in 2021 to address this problem. The small brand, which is based on body inclusivity and innovation, has steadily gained media attention and consumers’ attention. Its tops and dresses come with a bra and are gaining consumer and media attention. In October 2021, the brand won the Mastercard x Create & Cultivate pitch competition, awarding it $10,000 in funding.
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Joe Freshgoods
Joe Robinson, the designer behind some of 2022’s most popular streetwear designs, also owns a clothing line, Joe Freshgoods. Created in 2012, Joe Freshgoods is, at its core, a love letter to Robinson’s hometown of Chicago. Since its inception, the brand has become increasingly popular, which has led to Robinson being called on to collaborate with brands including New Balance, Vans and Aimé Leon Dore.
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Martine Rose
Martine Rose is one of the most prominent menswear designers. The eponymous label, created in 2007, is known for its unconventional-meets-timeless approach to menswear, and its designs have been worn by some of the biggest stars and cultural tastemakers. In 2018, Rose was nominated for the British Fashion Council’s British Menswear Designer of the Year award.
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