Known as “Sapeurs” – the name comes from the Society for Ambience and Elegance (Sape) and from French slang “se saper”, “to dress up” – these figures stand out with their offbeat and baroque sartorial style.
Here, you’ll find some of the best picks whether you reach for a classic wide-brim hat, cool beanie, or a vintage newsboy cap. Whether you’re bundling up or adding some pop to your look, these 6 Black-owned hat brands have you covered.
Traditionally, Kente cloth was reserved for Ashanti royalty, where it originated from, who wore it during sacred ceremonies.
The fashions were fancy and fun; for the Kentucky Derby, you know it’s all about the hat, but also, you just need a stunning dress or outfit that makes you feel fabulous.
So you have been graciously invited to a wedding—lovely! Now you need to arrive on time, most importantly and appropriately dressed.
Much has been made about Michael Jordan’s representation or lack thereof in “Air.”
There is a profound sneaker culture within the Black community, where tennis shoes and streetwear footwear are highly-coveted possessions. It’s time that Black-owned sneaker brands received the love and support from their community the same way that the usual juggernaut sneaker brands do.
For many years, Black culture has played an essential part in the evolution of fashion and beauty worldwide. It has grown in popularity for various reasons, including the advent of globalization and the internet and the desire of young people of African origin to connect with their heritage and learn more about their past.
This year I embraced the theme of “Gold” for me and its presence has become symbolic and representative of my style vision, which has always been viewed as a source of wealth.
