The intersection of fashion and politics has emerged as a powerful arena for cultural expression and representation, particularly among Black women leaders who are revolutionizing the political ...

In recent years, African designers have found support from international celebrities including Beyoncé, Alicia Keys and Naomi Campbell. Now a growing number of the continent’s fashion brands ...

Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley is a force. Whether commanding attention with bold red lipstick or turning heads in African ...

Marginalized people — namely the LGBTQ+ community, women and African Americans — began to carve out their own lanes in entertainment, beauty and, eventually, fashion. For Black models ...

In the fall of 2024, three major exhibitions dedicated to African fashion history opened on the East Coast. The catalyst was Dr. Christine Checinska's seminal 2022 “Africa Fashion” exhibit in ...

The Lockett sisters are part of a growing wave of Black designers who are advancing size inclusivity in fashion. The industry has long seen roadblocks: Although an estimated 68% of American women ...

Thinking back on the biggest cultural moments of 2024, it’s hard to ignore the many African women who were at the ... The latest fashion news, beauty coverage, celebrity style, fashion week ...

Get the best of Vancouver in your inbox, every Tuesday and Thursday. Sign up for our free newsletter. African Fashion Week Vancouver (AFWV) is set to return on March 22, bringing a vibrant ...