Black Fashion History

Black Fashion History

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Black Fashion History celebrates the past and present contributions of Black people around the world to the luxury fashion industry.

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02/14/2026

For generations, Black people have used style to express love—romantic, familial, and communal. From hand-sewn garments to Sunday clothes worn with purpose, Black style has always carried meaning. In honor of Valentine’s Day and Black History Month, let’s celebrate that legacy together.

Dear Black Style: A love letter presented by Black Fashion History.

02/02/2026

100 years of Black history. Happy Black History Month yall! It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

12/01/2025

Join us on Saturday, Dec. 6 for a private, guided tour of Andre Leon Talley: Style is Forever exhibition at SCAD! Reserve your spot now at https://luma.com/r2an72tv

Photos from Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, New York Public Library's post 11/07/2025
10/07/2025

I can guarantee you never heard of Gus & Lucy, but you need to.

09/01/2025

Still can’t believe I got to film with 😭🤎 Here’s the quick story time of how it happened. It was actually a both exciting and stressful moment, but I’m grateful to God for such and amazing opportunity and a reminder of the joy He provides in the middle of storms. Make sure to watch the full Glam Through the Ages episode on YouTube.

08/18/2025

Catch Black Fashion History founder, Taniqua Martin, on the first episode of Glam Through the Ages!

07/08/2025

✨ It's time for Black Fashion Trivia!✨

Who Designed This Glamorous Look? Known for curve-hugging gowns and dressing legends like Joy Bryant and Eartha Kitt, this designer broke barriers and built beauty on her own terms. Any guesses? Drop your answer in the comments!

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Black Fashion History Podcast

Black Fashion History is a fashion podcast, hosted by Taniqua Russ, celebrating the past and present contributions of black people around the world to the luxury fashion industry. It explores the life, work and industry experiences of black designers, educators, curators, costumers, stylists and more. It's black history, but make it fashion!

My name is Taniqua Russ and I am a content creator, entrepreneur and the host of Black Fashion History. When I’m not inundating you guys with random facts about black folks in fashion, you can catch me eating, traveling, sleeping or curating for www.shopemeatta.com.

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