So Fashion Week is officially over, and lots of hot new fashion debuted on New York’s catwalks. The amount of shows seemed to be on 100,000 this year, but i’ve curated a list of 10 Black Designers that should stay on your radar.
1. David Tlale
South African designer David Tlale melded contemporary with culture for his Spring 2015 show, offering a mix of African affiliated Dutch Super Wax Empire Vlisico fabrics with the more muted, hushed tones championed by New York brands.
Light catching pink, orange, and blush shared the stage with
fantastically printed hot shorts, dresses, and vests, ensuring that
everyone in attendance would find something to pique their sartorial
senses.
A stunning range of black models, led by Tyson Beckford, ensured a spectacularly impactful visual onslaught.
See more at DavidTlale.com.2. B. Michael America
Industry veteran B. Michael honed his singular skills under the tutelage
of Oscar de La Renta and Louis Feraud, setting the stage for the
simple, elegant aesthetic his Spring 2015 couture collection conveyed.
Prim flared frocks, dotted with florals, were accessorized by hats fit
for a First Lady; scintillating pants and bell sleeved shirts seemed
perfectly pegged for a Park Avenue princess.
B Michael’s offerings were elegance personified, fashioning frocks and fabrics fit for an American Queen.
See more at BMichaelAmerica.com.3. Josh & Nicol
Created by designer Ufuoma Ekpecham, UK brand Josh & Nicol strives
promote African pride without the typical attachment to Dutch wax prints
and fabrics. Their collection, instead, encompasses easy chiffon and
satin pieces, decorated with the side profile of Queen Idia, the 17th
century warrior queen of the Benin Kingdom.
Tops and blazers boast a cameo of this powerful woman, telling the story
of her attachment to bold jewelry, lipstick, and baubles with
embellishments.Read more about the brand at JoshandNicol.com.
4. Azede Jean Pierre
Azede Jean Pierre has been on my designer to watch list for several years,
and her Spring 2015 collection shows why. Her designs continue to show
growth, skill, and originality, as witnessed by her latest foray.
This season she continued her nature inspired predilections with leaf
print separates, and also played with larvae and butterfly imprints on
lace.
She also dipped her toe into knitwear, with crop tops and skirts sets and dresses boasting fantastic fringe.
Stay tuned for the review.In the meantime, learn more about Azede here.
5. 5:31 Jerome
5:31 Jerome’s collection was inspired by the notion of a desert mirage,
given an extra dose of glamour with sequins, jewels, and scintillating
accessories.
Both tailored an insouciant, standout pieces included big buttoned
shorts and pants suits, paired with ethereal blouses, and lemon hued
safari vests, worn with shorts, and topped off by granular lace ups.
Learn more about the brand at 531Jerome.com.6. LaQuan Smith
LaQuan Smith is another show we reviewed here on the site, a show that bubbled over with neutral black and white tones edged in sequin, PVC, and lace.
Smith’s signature sex appeal was on 10, witnessed by delightfully sheer
shirts dotted in glitter, and scandalously cropped tops paired with midi
skirts.
Purchase at LaQuanSmith.com.7. Dom Streater
Project Runway winner Dom Streater showed her collection to a packed
crowd at No.8 in the Meatpacking District. Her Spring 2015 foray took
inspiration from flight attendants with pizzazz; think printed separates
topped by stewardess hats and accessorized by chic carry ons.
Colors skewed neutral with blacks, whites, and blues with pops of red.
Swirling shifts could carry you from the office to the after party.
Learn more about the designer at DominiqueStreater.com.
8. K. Milele by Kianga “Kiki Kitty” Peterson 
After designing for a slew of urban brands (The Nicki Minaj Collection,
Jay Z’s Rocawear, Nelly’s Apple Bottoms, Nicky Hilton’s Chic, Eve’s
Fetish, Sean Comb’s Sean John, Justin Timberlake’s William Rast), Kianga
Kitty Peterson decided to launch her own line of resort wear, made for
the girl who wants to look glamorously chic while traveling the world.
Spring 2015 saw jumpsuits, cute coverups, and stomach cinching dresses
with intricate details.
Shop at KMilele.com.
Harlem Haberdashery is known for their Varsity inspired, prep pieces,
fashioned for the urban man on the go. Their runway show, presented
during Harlem’s Fashion Row, took a dark turn with everyone from Fat Joe
modeling contrast sweatpants and a swaddling jacket, to models rocking
military inspired pieces.
Learn more at HarlemHaberdashery.com.10. Byron Lars
Byron Lars also showed during HFR’s show, with items curated for the
woman on the go. With no shortage of sparkles, eyelets, and prints, the
collection was not for the shrinking violet, but for the woman unafraid
to shine.
This is a quick rundown. I’ll be reviewing individual shows soon.
Until then, do you see anything you love? Is there anyone neglected to mention?
9. Harlem Haberdashery
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