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February 17, 2014

In The World Of African American Fashion; Meet Designer Evelyn Lambert

Meet Designer Evelyn Lambert Evelyn Lambert is a New York-based designer who brings classic style with an innovative design for women on the go who are looking for quality clothing for endurance. Evelyn was born in Zimbabwe but raised in London. What started as a hobby at the age of 12, Evelyn has been designing clothes following in the footsteps of her mother and grandmother. She later graduated from London's Westminster College and the American InterContinental University with a Bachelor’s[...]

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February 16, 2014

In The World Of African American Fashion; Meet Designer Adrien Sauvage

Meet Designer Adrien Sauvage Adrien Sauvage is a British designer, director, and photographer of Ghanaian descent. Adrien Sauvage was born on May 30, 1983, in Wandsworth, London. From the age of 13, he played professional basketball, representing Great Britain at an international level. Taking early retirement from basketball, at the age of 19, he began to establish himself as a stylist and lifestyle consultant. He had clients ranging from society and celebrity circles in the worlds of rock, f[...]

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February 15, 2014

In The World Of African American Fashion; Meet Designers Joe and Charlie Casely-Hayford

Meet Designers Joe and Charlie Casely-Hayford Casely-Hayford is a menswear line designed by father and son duo Joe and Charlie Casely-Hayford. The London based designers launched their line in 2009. Joe has produced his own brand label for men and women since the mid-1980s. His collections have been seen on the runways in Paris, London, and Tokyo. He has done work for the film, ballet, and bespoke commissions for bands and artists in the music industry, dressing many leading celebritie[...]

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February 12, 2014

In The World Of African American Fashion; Meet Designer Byron Lars…

Meet Designer Byron Lars Byron Lars started designing under his own label in 1991 with a small collection of sportswear focusing on what he refers to as "twisted American classics." His inspiration came from such an unlikely source, his grandfather's hunting jacket. Byron put his spin on it with a "Dior New Look" proportion to create a Duchess of Windsor meets Field and Stream hybrid. After his second season in the business, Women's Wear Daily hailed him as "Rookie of the Year." His line was[...]

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February 11, 2014

In The World Of African American Fashion; Meet Designer B.Michael…

Meet Designer B. Michael B. Michael’s inspiration came from his mother, her creativity and sense of style were passed on to him. While pursuing a career in fashion, he designed hats under Oscar de la Renta, Louis Feraud among others. His big break came when he was given the opportunity to do the millinery work for the 1980s hit television drama Dynasty. With his success on the show, he went on and launched his own millinery line in 1989. Years later, B launched his first couture collection[...]

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February 7, 2014

In The World Of African American Fashion; Meet Twin Designers Dexter and Byron Peart…

Meet Twin Designers Dexter and Byron Peart Dexter and Byron were both born and raised in Ottawa, Canada. Working in Sales and Marketing for the Canadian Magazine Ocean Drive had exposed Dexter to the industry, while brother Byron studied economics in college. Right out of school he was appointed Diesel's marketing director. The WANT Les Essentiels de la Vie brand was founded five years ago by twin brothers Dexter and Byron Peart. WANT Les Essentiels de la Vie is a line of men's accessories, cr[...]

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February 2, 2014

In The World Of African American Fashion: Meet Designer Jérôme LaMaar…

Meet Jérôme LaMaar “I was wearing skinny jeans and had a hi-top fade before it was trendy. Kids on the subway called me names, but I went to an arts high school, so my classmates thought I was interesting and edgy” "The 5:31 woman is not interested in common trends, she is clever enough to try unexplored ideas of timeless classics. There is also no room for unwearable Avant-Garde garments nor ball gowns in her fast pace life" The Bronx born, native New Yorker Jerome LaMaar, got his[...]

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February 11, 2012

Another Lesson In Black History…Who Was The First Black Male Designer To Become Successful In The Fashion Industry?

Willi Smith was considered to be the most successful African-American clothing designer during his time. Willi Donnell Smith was born on February 29, 1948, in Philadelphia. Growing up he took inspiration from his parents and grandmother, who always dressed fashionably stylish despite being on limited budgets. While in high school Smith studied commercial art at Mastbaum Technical High School in Philadelphia. After graduating high school, he enrolled at the Philadelphia College of Art to study[...]