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Theaster Gates theGrio.com
April 7, 2022
The Chicago-based artist and Prada launched the Dorchester Industries Experimental Design Lab, an incubator for designers of color.
Telfar theGrio.com
March 24, 2022
Telfar's newest collaborator is a well-guarded secret—and the label will be the first to offer a "faith-based blind preorder."
Maximilian Davis
March 14, 2022
The Trinidadian-British designer will be the first Black creative director of the 95-year-old label founded by Salvatore Ferragamo.
Ruth E. Carter
February 24, 2022
The first Black woman to win a Best Costume Design Oscar will be honored at a special ceremony and exhibit…
February 23, 2022
The database of over 300 Black industry professionals was produced by Color Of Change's #ChangeIndustries, Black in Fashion Council and…
Sergio Hudson thegrio.com
February 14, 2022
Sergio Hudson, designer of the stunning ensemble Michelle Obama wore to Biden's inauguration, cites safari as his inspiration this NYFW.
February 3, 2022
The acclaimed designer and founder of Pyer Moss was Reebok's debut global creative director, partnering with the brand in 2017.
January 25, 2022
Telfar may soon be introducing a covetable new bag, but when and how can his followers get their hands on…
Joe Biden Sworn In As 46th President Of The United States At U.S. Capitol Inauguration Ceremony
January 20, 2021
For this historic day in history, newly-elected Vice President Kamala Harris' inauguration looks were created by two Black designers.
February 13, 2014
theGRIO SLIDESHOW - Reese's show for Fall 2014 included many pretty dresses, which she is known for...
September 19, 2013
On the question of whether fashion has a race problem, celebrity stylist Beagy Zielinski responded with an unequivocal: “Absolutely.”
September 19, 2013
The small island nation spared no expense and would not be outdone by more established global shows as it works…
September 17, 2013
Black designers made quite an impact with strong representation, if not in the main tents of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week. Many…
September 12, 2013
theGRIO SLIDESHOW - Harlem's Fashion Row (HFR) was founded six years ago by Brandice Henderson-Daniel to give designers of color…
September 10, 2013
REVIEW - The aura of Havana permeated the cat walk as flirty frocks in searing primary colors announced Reese's Afro-Cuban…
September 8, 2013
theGRIO REPORT - For designers without deep pockets, competitions like the upcoming 'Styled to Rock' offer a chance to secure…
July 23, 2013
Having had his designs worn by women ranging from Beyoncé to first lady Michelle Obama, b Michael knows how to…
May 1, 2013
My friend Byron Lars, a designer who has been on the scene for over 20 years, is known for his…
April 10, 2013
REVIEW - Dance yourselves over the Museum of the City of New York and catch, 'Stephen Burrows: When Fashion Danced.'…
March 26, 2013
The latest addition of this well-known fashion extravaganza recently aired on March 20th with a new goal: to elevate its…