This Buy Black Friday we are highlighting trailblazing Black entrepreneurs who are redefining success and creating opportunities for future generations. If you’re looking to revamp your wardrobe, look no further. Here’s a curated list of 15 Black-owned fashion brands that you need to know about.
1. Denim Tears
Founded: 2019 by Tremaine Emory
Website: denimtears.com
Denim Tears combines heritage with innovative designs, each collection telling its own unique story. This brand's impact on fashion is underscored by its inclusion in The Met Costume Institute’s permanent collection in New York.
2. A.Au
Founded by: Asiyami Gold
Website: aaushop.com
A.Au is a lifestyle and fashion brand that empowers women to embrace their history and culture. The name blends Asiyami's name with the chemical symbol for gold (Au), reflecting her dual passion for science and creativity. Each design is meticulously handcrafted.
3. Chris Port New York
Founder: Chris Port
Website: chrisportnewyork.com
This accessory line by seasoned tailor Chris Port has adorned celebrities like Queen Latifah, London on da Track, and Christian Combs.
4. Daily Paper
Founded: 2012 by Hussein Suleiman, Jefferson Osei, and Abderrahmane Trabsini
Website: dailypaperclothing.com
A global fashion brand based in Amsterdam, Daily Paper has flagship stores in London and New York, offering both menswear and womenswear.
5. Myth House
Founder: Akua Buckman
Website: Instagram
Based in Ghana, Myth House creates luxury accessories for modern, trendy women using galvanized metal mesh and other unique materials.
6. LFJ
Founded by: Princess Juliet Olanipekun in 2020
Website: shoplfj.com
Known for its distinctive pleated designs, this Lagos-based brand was featured in GQ South Africa. LFJ aims to create standout pieces that accentuate individual styles for all shapes and sizes.
7. Lost Shdws
Founder: Ship Skylar in 2020
Website: lostshdws.com
An avant-garde luxury brand that has garnered attention from celebrities like Future and G Herbo. Skylar handcrafts each unique piece in Tennessee.
8. OLA STORES
Founded by: Ola Alabi in 2023
Website: olastores.co
This East London brand fuses K-fashion aesthetics with Ola's love for Asian design to create unique and contemporary pieces.
9. Lumère
Founded: 2019 by Mounir Sakho
Website: lumere.net
Lumère offers a blend of classic and contemporary fashion influenced by African-American culture. The 2024 collection has been in development for five years.
10. Art Money
Founder: Mamadou Maiga
Website: myartmoney.com
A New York-based streetwear brand that celebrates African arts. Established in 2020, Art Money serves as both a brand and a creative collective.
11. Villamoor
Founder: Jamilla Cagnolatti in 2017
Website: villamoor.com
Villamoor is known for its bold, fun, and artsy statement pieces, providing a luxurious yet culturally aware fashion experience.
12. NYRVA
Founded: 2020
Website: https://nyrva.us/
NYRVA started as a small-scale, bedroom brand producing top-tier streetwear. It has caught the eye of stars like Gunna, Burna Boy, and Lil Baby.
13. JLANI Jewels
Founded: 2011 by Lani Nesbit
Website: jlanijewels.com
This eco-friendly brand offers sustainable accessories that have been featured in major campaigns and worn by celebrities like Beyoncé and Ciara.
14. Brother Vellies
Founded: 2013 by Aurora James
Website: brothervellies.com
Brother Vellies preserves traditional African design practices while creating sustainable artisanal jobs. Celebrities like Beyoncé and Tracee Ellis Ross have been seen wearing their footwear.
15. Fe Noel
Founder: Felisha “Fe” Noel
Website: fenoel.com
This womenswear brand from Brooklyn draws from Fe’s Grenadian heritage, producing vibrant and culturally rich designs.
Explore these dynamic brands to enhance your style and support Black entrepreneurship.