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2016 Essence Street Style Block Party: Love & Fashion

The 3rd annual Essence Street Style Block Party was the perfect punctuation of  melanin style during this #NYFW season. There was a wave of love and excitement in the air. Everyone was happy and really enjoying life.  The vendors, the music, the families that came out, and all the entertainment held a high energy that kept us going all evening. I was there for the fashion, but … Continue reading 2016 Essence Street Style Block Party: Love & Fashion

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FASHION

Black Fashion History with KW – THE ZOOT SUIT, 1940s

THE ZOOT SUIT One of my favorite looks is the Zoot Suit from the 1940s. They were fun, festive and full of character. I’m sure everyone remembers seeing the signature yellow suit making an appearance in The Mask with Jim Carrey in 1994. This mens style was originally associated with African-American musicians and their sub-culture. It also became popular among Chicanos and Italian Americans communities particularly … Continue reading Black Fashion History with KW – THE ZOOT SUIT, 1940s

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Black Fashion History with KW – Zelda Wynn Valdes, 1940s

Zelda Wynn Valdes, Fashion/Costume Designer  One of Hollywood’s earlier black designers, Zelda Wynn Valdes was an African-American fashion designer and costumer who dressed the most notable black women in her era such as: including Joyce Bryant, Dorothy Dandridge, Josephine Baker, Marian Anderson, Ella Fitzgerald and Mae West. Eventually, Playboy’s Hugh Hefner took notice of Valdes’ signature alluring and sexy curve-hugging styles and he commissioned her to design the … Continue reading Black Fashion History with KW – Zelda Wynn Valdes, 1940s

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