Even Beyoncé has been spotted in these talented black designer looks.
New York Fashion Week 2022 highlighted upcoming fashion for Spring/Summer 2023 with a series of runways, presentation shows and other events. The list of participating designers has diversified as the Black in Fashion Council (BIFC) gave her 10 black designers the chance to showcase exclusive content at this year’s show.
BIFC founded by The Cut Editor-in-chief lindsey peoples PR specialist sandrine charleswas launched in 2020 as an initiative to represent Black people in the fashion and beauty industry.according to huff postwhich includes and showcases featured brands created by 10 black designers. Adrain GuilloryAtelier Ndigo Wayna ChancyHarbison Charles HarbisonIsaiah Aisha Dunston, Jessica Rich, Kwame Adusei, Madam Adassaby Mueller Larissa Muellerby Sammy B Designs Samantha Blackand by Vavounne Valerie Blaise.
“We want Black people to be represented and amplified at all levels, to hold both C-level and junior-level jobs, and to work with allies to create a diverse workforce that directly reflects what the world really looks like. We envision a workforce that can create a space of excellence.” The BIFC website states:
Mailchimp partners with the BIFC Discovery Showroom as its first sponsor, and for its third appearance on the Council at NYFW this year, 10 selected black designers grace the sixth floor of Spring Studios with their creative contributions to the future of fashion. I was.
I’sha Dunston, founder of Izayla, one of this year’s highlighted designers, told a source about her brand. “Izaira is forward-thinking contemporary womenswear. We are based in Los Angeles and the three pillars of the brand are female empowerment, integrity and representation.” It’s about wanting to grow.It’s a journey.We’re always evolving.We’re not the same woman we were a year ago.”
The line-up also included Ghanaian luxury fashion designer Kwame Adusei. Prioritizing functionality and creativity, she showcased her gender-neutral fashion to her NYFW audience.
“To me, a Kwame woman or Kwame man is where I am—the person trying to make it. You are still on the go. , I want to be represented, but I also want to look sexy. When it comes time to run, I have to be ready,” he said in a statement.
Another standout on this year’s show was Valerie Blaise, creator of Vavounne.according to ebony, This year, the New York-based self-taught designer unveiled expertly crafted accessories, including handbags carved from Italian leather.
“The Black in Fashion Council is thrilled to continue helping budding designers gain the visibility and access they need and deserve. The founder of the Black in Fashion Council said in a statement: