Black in Fashion 100 Years of Style, Influence & Culture

<p><b>A stunning and comprehensive look at the indelible contribution of Black designers, models, scene-makers, and stylists to fashion history, from "the bible of fashion"--<i>WWD</i>.</b><br> <br> <br> <br> <i>Black in Fashion</i> is a celebration of Black voices in fashion as captured by <i>Women's Wear Daily</i> contributors and photographers since the publication's inception in 1910. <i>WWD</i> is showcased here with more than 375 black-and-white and color photographs, illustrations, and articles from its massive archive. The book, written by Tonya Blazio-Licorish and Tara Donaldson, explores the contributions of trailblazing designers like Stephen Burrows and Virgil Abloh, whose philosophy inspired a new generation to interact with fashion differently; pioneering models like Naomi Sims, who in 1969 at age twenty-one launched Naomi Inc., a cosmetics company catering to Black women; and celebrities and multi-hyphenates like Josephine Baker, whose approach to fashion in the 1920s single-handedly changed and challenged the influence of Black culture on a global scale. In-depth profiles on Black creatives throughout the fashion world--and on key topics such as the Black is Beautiful movement--punctuate the lavish pages as well, in addition to original interviews with notables and a foreword from acclaimed American designer Tracy Reese. <i>Black in Fashion</i> is an incomparable celebration of Black fashion from the ultimate voice of authority.<br> <br> <br> <br> <b>Curated from the expansive archives of the legendary <i>WWD</i>, this visually stunning and groundbreaking work unveils the remarkable legacy of Black trailblazers whose style and vision have left an indelible mark on the fashion industry.</b><b>Perfect for those looking for fashion books, fashion coffee table books, or Black history books, <i>Black in Fashion</i> is a must-have for fashion and history enthusiasts alike.</b></p>