New York Fashion Week: David Tlale wows with opulent presentation

David Tlale is one of the premiere designers of South Africa -- and one of three black designers to show at this season's New York Fashion Week. His recent show eschewed the typical runway presentation, the couture creator opting instead to perch his models on low white risers in opulent looks.

Meet models who are making a difference

Nana Brew-Hammond

SLIDESHOW - Fashion Week isn’t only about glitzy runway shows and star-studded front rows; nor is the industry solely about dreamy designer pieces most of us can’t afford and rich, skinny models. Some of those beautiful mannequins and marquee names are as much about substance as style.

Rihanna's fashion collection to debut in February

Samantha Critchell, Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) - Rihanna's collection for British brand River Island is slated for its debut next month during London Fashion Week...

First Black Fashion Week held in Paris

Alexis Garrett Stodghill

On Friday, Black Fashion Week debuted in Paris on the heels of the official Fashion Week of the City of Light.

Dolce & Gabbana responds to 'racist' earrings controversy

Alexis Garrett Stodghill

theGRIO REPORT - After causing an international uproar by sending what many deem to be racist imagery down their runway, Dolce & Gabanna have responded indirectly to the firestorm through their style blog Swide...

Dolce & Gabbana 'Blackamoor' earrings spawn racism claims

Alexis Garrett Stodghill

theGRIO REPORT - During the brand's Spring 2013 runway presentation held on Sunday, Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana chose to pair a collection full of light, whimsical elements -- such as prints featuring soldiers and Italian frescoes -- with 'Blackamoor' earrings that harken back to a darker past...

Hat designer uses black models clad in Micheal Jackson's duds

Alexis Garrett Stodghill

SLIDESHOW - In a move that started fashion-watchers, he made the unusual move for his Spring 2013 presentation during London Fashion Week of sending 25 black models down the runway. That's right -- Treacy showcased his hats with a stylish all-black cast...

First Fashion Week in Haiti hopes to revitalize apparel industry, nation

Cleve Mesidor

OPINION - Proactive steps like seeking new revenue streams and showcasing homegrown talent during Haiti Fashion Week in November will help diversify the country’s economic portfolio and increase its competitiveness...

Young black designer makes big splash with Spring collection

Clutch Magazine

Laquan Smith is only 24 and yet has already established himself as a supremely talented designer. Whether inspired by the colors and fluidity of water, or by the garden scenery during his many travels, Laquan produces collections that are beautiful, modern and decidedly feminine.

Too few black models in Fashion Week 2012

Ashley Michelle Williams

theGRIO REPORT - Now that New York's Fashion Week has come to a close, industry watchers are examining the controversial issue of diversity on the runways...

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Fashion Week

New York Fashion Week: David Tlale wows with opulent presentation

Meet models who are making a difference

Rihanna's fashion collection to debut in February

First Black Fashion Week held in Paris

Dolce & Gabbana responds to 'racist' earrings controversy

Dolce & Gabbana 'Blackamoor' earrings spawn racism claims

Hat designer uses black models clad in Micheal Jackson's duds

First Fashion Week in Haiti hopes to revitalize apparel industry, nation

Young black designer makes big splash with Spring collection

Too few black models in Fashion Week 2012

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