Our list of top 6 black fashion designers you should get behind

            An endearing feature of the black community is the pride we show in the clothes we wear and the love for our skin color. In bold prints, colorful stripes and accessories, we show the world our unique and second to none taste for the finer things of life.

Just like the other stories with the black community, we were contented to watch from the side as other people built their standards in selected industries, when we did finally come to the realization that our cultures and heritage needed to be promoted through fashion, the effects of the awakening was truly tremendous.

So over the years, black individuals have quietly asserted their influence in the world of fashion steadily rising to the stage of becoming forces to be reckoned with. As far as fashion is concerned, you cannot mention top 20 designers in the world without at least hitting some black names so we bring you a list of our top 6 black designers that every black person should totally get behind!

• Tracy Reese: This is one absolutely hardworking young woman whose waves are gently rocking the fashion industry at large. Popularly known for sometimes styling the former first lady of the United States (Michelle Obama), her works evidently speaks for itself!
• Azede Jean-Pierre: Another phenomenal black woman in the fashion industry. She is specifically noted for promoting the sensual femininity women possess in most of her designs.
• Lizzy & Darlene Okpo: These Nigerian sisters came into limelight when they launched their fashion line in the year 2010 naming it after their father William Okpo. Since launching, they have worked tirelessly to remain in the spotlight, styling celebrities like Solange Knowles.
• Romeo Hunte: This is another budding black fashion designer you should totally get behind. Popularly known for dressing A list celebrities like Zendaya and Beyonce, his pieces are a fantastic representation of what street styles should look like.
• Kanye West: This list would definitely be incomplete without mentioning this brilliant young man whose unique pieces are finally gaining a place in the fashion industry and he is even more respected for his use of diverse models to portray his brand.
• Carly Cushine of Cushine Et Ochs: A truly formidable designer as depicted in their pieces, this is a black designer you sure want to patronize. With over 10 years experience under their belt, you should totally try out their unique designs.

The black excellence is truly second to none. This is just a few of the amazing number of black designers doing the community and the industry proud. With unique and uncommon designs sure to make eyes roll when you pass by, there is absolutely no reason why you shouldn’t get behind these guys!