Celebrate Black History Month by Shopping These Black-Owned Fashion Brands
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Being an ally for Black Americans goes beyond Black History Month. It means genuinely supporting the community through art, beauty, literature, small businesses, film, television, jewelry, and yes, fashion all year round.
These Black-owned clothing brands are helmed by some of the trendiest tastemakers in the business today. Several of the labels on this list already have a reputation for being some of the best in their industry (Pyer Moss, Dapper Dan), while other newcomers (Re-Ona, par Bronté Laurent, Christopher John Rogers) are quickly making names for themselves alongside the greats.
From companies producing affordable jogger and hoodie sets for men and women to luxurious loungewear to statement-making spring dresses, check out these irresistible brands for pieces that are as unique as you are. A few companies were even featured in Oprah's Favorite Things. Between the 100 labels featured, there's plenty of Black-owned fashion to fill your virtual shopping cart—and your closet.
How to shop this list
In order to cover everything Black-owned brands have to offer, we've broken the list into categories. Featured here are clothing, shoes, accessories, and lingerie brands across a variety of price points. To help simplify your shopping, we've come up with a pricing system that reflects on expense and quality.
$ – One dollar sign means that the brand is affordable and offers great quality at a low price. These brands typically offer items under $100.
$$ – Two dollar signs mean that the brand is little more pricey, but it's still a reasonable price for the products sold. These brands sell products up to (approximately) $200.
$$$ – Three dollar signs connote that the brand is for those who want to invest in a quality product, which may cost a couple hundred dollars.
$$$$ – Four dollar signs signify that the brand is a splurge purchase and its products offer top-notch quality. It also denotes a premium brand that is considered to be a luxury label.
Clothing
Tier
Tier offers cozy, high-quality loungewear that comes in bold colors and abstract prints, including knit sweaters, French terry cotton hoodies, and satin pants.
Price Point: $$$
Victor Glemaud
Designer Victor Glemaud, who was born in Haiti, specializes in flattering, figure-hugging knitwear.
Price Point: $$$
Re Ona
Re Ona's minimalist—yet luxurious—basics will have you aching to throw on the label's signature T-shirts (that come in all shades of nude) with just about anything.
Price Point: $$
Christopher John Rogers
The Louisiana native is one of the hottest designers of the moment, thanks to his artistic and vibrant ready-to-wear pieces that have been worn by Tracee Ellis Ross, Cardi B., Zendaya, AOC, and former First Lady Michelle Obama. Vice President Kamala Harris's monochromatic purple inauguration outfit was Rogers's creation.
Price Point: $$$$
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Studio 189
Cofounded by Abrima Erwiah and actress and activist Rosario Dawson, this lifestyle brand (which offers clothing for women, men, and children) sells artisanal pieces that are all made in Africa.
Price Point: $$$
Tove
This London-based brand creates modern pieces in lush fabrics. It was cofounded by Camille Perry and Holly Wright, who met while working at Topshop.
Price Point: $$$$
DIARRABLU
Diarra Bousso combined influence from her Senegalese roots with her love of math and algorithms to create DIARRABLU, a contemporary lifestyle brand that offers sustainable Western designs with colors, cuts, and prints inspired by Africa.
Price Point: $$$
Aliétte
Led by celebrity stylist Jason Rembert, Aliétte creates gowns, tailored trousers, pantsuits, and other coordinating statement outfits made with eye-catching original prints.
Price Point: $$$$
Stella Jean
Italian-Haitian designer Stella Jean draws from her cultural heritage to create her seasonal collections of ethically made dresses, skirts, and pantsuits, which often feature eclectic and vivid patterns.
Price Point: $$$$
par Bronté Laurent
par Bronté Laurent's pieces are a mix of airy and comfortable translucent gowns, satin tops and pants, and T-shirts that boldly state, "Honor Black Women."
Price Point: $$$
Frederick Anderson
A mix of various textiles and prints make up Frederick Anderson's signature aesthetic, and Anderson's collections seamlessly combine modern silhouettes with '60s and '70s style.
Price Point: $$$$
Sergio Hudson
Offering both couture collections and ready-to-wear basics, Sergio Hudson features contemporary pantsuits, sleek dresses, and classic pajama sets.
Price Point: $$$$
Romeo Hunte
This luxury contemporary brand provides designs for both men and women, specializing in unique and dramatic outerwear that often mixes textures and textiles to create statement pieces.
Price Point: $$$$
Pyer Moss
Pyer Moss (pronounced "Pierre" Moss) is one of the most coveted names in luxury streetwear. Vice President Kamala Harris wore Pyer Moss the night before the 2021 inauguration, and celebs like Selena Gomez, Tracee Ellis Ross, Issa Rae, and Lena Waithe are all fans of the brand.
Price Point: $$$$
SUKEINA
Combining influence from Africa, Europe, and America, this fashion house makes use of various textures, shapes, and silhouettes resulting in standout couture pieces.
Price Point: $$$$
Kenneth Ize
Kenneth Ize works with Nigerian weavers and artisans to produce the brand's unique textiles you see on stars like Viola Davis and Yara Shahidi.
Price Point: $$$$
Frère
Founded by Davidson Petit-Frère, Frère began as a custom men's suit company, and in 2020, the brand—worn by Jay-Z, Diddy and A-Rod—expanded into womenswear.
Price Point: $$$
Wales Bonner
Clean lines are designer Grace Wales Bonner's signature. Originally a menswear brand, the company now includes womenswear and sportswear.
Price Point: $$$$
Off-White
With over 10 million Instagram followers, the late Virgil Abloh's luxury brand is a large influence on today's streetwear market, often setting the most popular trends worn by celebs like Rihanna and Bella Hadid. The brand, which is majority owned by fashion conglomerate LVMH, has also collaborated with Nike, Levi, Évian, and IKEA.
Price Point: $$$$
Heron Preston
Shop statement graphic T-shirts, hoodies, and sweats from the eponymous streetwear label.
Price Point: $$$
Thebe Magugu
The luxury South African brand offers contemporary ready-to-wear looks that include signature deconstructed suits and statement prints.
Price Point: $$$$
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Laquan Smith
You've most likely seen Laquan Smith's sensual, figure-hugging (and revealing) looks (cutouts, bustier tops, plunging necklines, and PVC are common), on celebs like Jennifer Lopez, the Kardashian-Jenners, Megan Thee Stallion, Lizzo, and Beyoncé.
Price Point: $$$$
Fe Noel
Born in Grenada, designer Felisha Noel infuses her love of travel and her Caribbean roots into her airy, fluid looks.
Price Point: $$$
Dapper Dan
Dapper Dan has been a legend in the hip-hop community since the 1980s, credited with popularizing prominent designer logos on clothing from Gucci, Fendi, MCM, Louis Vuitton, and more. He opened the first-ever couture atelier in his native Harlem and began a collaboration with Gucci in 2019.
Price Point: $$$$
Hanifa
The contemporary, curve-flattering clothing is designed to make you feel both sexy and comfortable.
Price Point: $$$
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Phlemuns
This gender-inclusive clothing line features playful silhouettes, prints, and whimsical face masks.
Price Point: $$
Hope for Flowers
Tracee Reese's sustainable clothing company, Hope for Flowers, uses organic cotton and linen for all of its designs.
Price Point: $$$$
Winnie New York
Designer Idris Balogun's menswear fashion house features neutral pieces combined with streetwear inspired by his childhood in Nigeria.
Price Point: $$$$
Lem Lem
Whimsical artisan designs are handwoven from natural Ethiopian cotton throughout Lem Lem's swimwear and beachy accessories lines for men, women, and children.
Price Point: $$
Undra Celeste
With office-friendly knits, cardigans, and dresses, Undra Celeste features cheerful designs.
Price Point: $$$$
Sammy B. Designs
This clothing brand's effortless cool aesthetic takes matching sets to the next level.
Price Point: $$$$
Pashko
Inspired by travel and a love of the outdoors, Gap and Giorgio Armani former creative director Patrick Robinson created the sustainable clothing line Paskho, which was featured on Oprah's Favorite Things in 2020.
Price Point: $$$$
Serena Williams
The tennis star's eponymous label filled with striking dresses, pants, tops, and more is designed for women of all body types to feel comfortable, confident, and trendy.
Price Point: $$
Eleven by Venus Williams
Inspired by her legendary career, Venus Williams's Eleven provides activewear and everyday looks for both on and off the tennis court.
Price Point: $$$
Eli Kish
Mixing luxury lounge and resort wear, Eli Kish's chic designs offer sophisticated comfort.
Price Point: $$$$
Dana Scott
Dana Scott creates trendy pieces at (relatively) affordable prices, including cozy matching joggers and sweat sets.
Price Point: $$
Daily Paper
This Amsterdam-based contemporary men's and womenswear label stems from a blog that founders Hussein Suleiman, Abderrahmane Trabsini, and Jefferson Osei started.
Price Point: $$
NaCIO Apparel
If you're looking for matching tie-dye sweat sets, you'll love NaClO Apparel, which has a variety of options.
Price Point: $$
Chinero Nnamani
Chinero Nnamani utilizes vibrant African-inspired prints.
Price Point: $$
SIX/20
For those looking for both comfort and the latest styles, SIX/20 offers luxury women's sportswear that features sequins and graphic prints.
Price Point: $$
Aliya Wanek
Aliya Wanek's minimalist designs that come in a soothing neutral color palette are meant to combine "American classics with a Japanese aesthetic," according to their website.
Price Point: $$$$
Island Tribe
Created with the "free-spirited" woman in mind, this sustainable lifestyle features luxurious caftans and beachwear.
Price Point: $$$$
Grass Fields
Grass Fields offers high-quality African fashions, from dashikis to patchwork shirtdresses and headwraps.
Price Point: $$
OULA
OULA's handcrafted garments are made in the U.S., making use of bold West African fabrics and classic silhouettes.
Price Point: $$$
Andrea Iyamah
Though best known for its swimwear, Adrea Iyamah also offers ready-to-wear items and custom couture all inspired by the diversity of African culture.
Price Point: $$$
Nichole Lynel
Though Nichole Lynel specializes in figure-hugging coordinated sets, you can also find adorable kitten heels and outerwear.
Price Point: $$
Milano di Rouge
Catering to men, women, and kids, and offering unisex designs, this boutique specializes in bodysuits and basics.
Price Point: $$$
Muehleder
Sculpted neoprene designs, from dramatic tops to leggings, are this clothing brand's signature.
Price Point: $$$
VS Mine
The U.K.-based VS Mine is a go-to for high-quality basics.
Price Point: $$$
Sincerely Tommy
This Brooklyn-based concept store is home to a selection of up-and-coming womenswear brands that offer contemporary designs.
Price Point: $$
Dormeleven
If you're looking for statement tanks with edgy cutouts, Dormeleven should be your new go-to.
Price Point: $$
NWP
NWP is home to a collection of unique satin dresses and jumpsuits.
Price Point: $$$
Kai Collective
The London-based brand Kai Collective specializes in selling modern silhouettes for women who likes edgier silhouettes.
Price Point: $$$
Oluchi Vintage
Oluchi Vintage curates unique vintage finds and "pre-loved" garments that are found through estate sales, consignment shops, and thrift stores.
Price Point: $$
Pantora Bridal
If you're a bride looking for a luxurious couture wedding gown, you may find the dress from Pantora's selection.
Price Point: $$$
Mifland
Mifland is home to an array of colorful coordinating fleece sets, hoodies, and joggers.
Price Point: $$
Ivy Park
In collaboration with Adidas, Beyoncé's athleisure line, Ivy Park, sells out within minutes of each drop. With everything from bodysuits to sneakers and latex leggings, the Queen's upcoming drop is dubbed "Park Trail" and is inspired by the great outdoors (the collection will be available to shop on the brand's website February 9, 2023).
Price Point: $$$
Baxter Wood
Baxter Wood takes a sustainable approach to its rainwear. Their boots are made of 100 percent tree rubber and created from upcycled plastic bottles.
Price Point: $$$
Tongoro
Tongoro works with local Senegalese tailors to make their dramatic pieces, including oversize flair palazzo pants.
Price Point: $$$
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Loza Maleombho
Though Loza Maléombho launched her brand more than 10 years ago, when her West African royalty designs were worn by Beyoncé in 2020's Black Is King, her business grew by 300 percent.
Price Point: $
Theophilio
Edvin Thompson founded his cult classic fashion label Theophilio in 2016. The brand is known for its edgy silhouettes and bold color choices.
Price Point: $$$$
Lita by Ciara
Multi-platinum singer and multi-hyphenated talent Ciara launched her clothing line in 2021. The line offers modern, edgy styles for today’s women. From bodycon dresses to miniskirts and functional jumpsuits, Lita by Ciara offers something for every sartorial aesthetic.
Price Point: $$
Fanm Mon
As an ode to her Haitian heritage, Sophia Demirtas opened Fanm Mon in 2013 to create Haitian couture. Centered around the idea of making clothing that incorporates delightful colors, unique motifs, fairytale silhouettes, and incredible craftsmanship, Fanm Mon offers sophisticated and beautiful garments.
Price Point: $$$
House of Aama
Mother and daughter duo Rebecca Henry and Akua Shabaka strive for their brand, House of AAMA, to become the next “great expression” in fashion. The label sells dresses and separates for both men and women that place an emphasis on patterns.
Price Point: $$$$
Nicole Shante
Shante Nicole Bullock grew up watching impeccably dressed women in her childhood. It’s this experience that helped her launch Nicole Shante in Los Angeles in 2016. Nicole Shante designs elegant and effortless clothing that has some edge to them for the contemporary woman.
Price Point: $$
House of Harlow 1960
Did you know that Nicole Richie owns her own fashion brand? Well, House of Harlow is her offering to the fashion world in the form of sunglasses, jewelry, dresses, and other accoutrements. Richie strives to make sure that values of self-expression, openness, interest, love, and creativity remain as present today as they were when she incepted the brand back in 2008. The brand has a clothing collaboration with Revolve as well.
Price Point: $$
Busayo
Based in Brooklyn, Busayo, founded by Busayo Olupona, offers clothing that believes in the power of color and individualism. Derived from Olupona’s Nigerian upbringing, Busayo is known for its darling dresses and separates sold both on its website and at Saks Fifth Avenue.
Price Point: $$$$
Autumn Adeigbo
Autumn Adeigbo started her eponymous label to provide colorful, fashion-forward clothing for women. Inspired by her Nigerian upbringing, she sells dresses, skirts, and tops that all feature effervescent patterns, fabrics, and colors.
Price Point: $$$$
Footwear
Keeyahri
Keeyahri's stilettos and boots typically feature statement-making architectural heels.
Price Point: $$$$
Brother Vellies
A sustainable business, Brother Velleis use traditional African design practices that result in one-of-a-kind shoes. Celebs like Gabrielle Union, Zendaya, Lupita Nyong'o, and Beyoncé are all fans. The brand's founder, Aurora James, also created the 15 Percent Pledge, which calls on businesses to dedicate 15 percent of their shelf space to Black-owned brands.
Price Point: $$$$
Salon Monet
The pumps, kitten heels, and flats from Salon Monet are all hand-dyed to achieve their signature shades of nude.
Price Point: $$$
Mandeaux
Made with wide feet in mind, Mandeaux offers luxury men's dress shoes and boots.
Price Point: $$$
Chelsea Paris
For shoe lovers, Chelsea Paris has you covered. Theresa Ebagua creates luxury footwear inspired by her African heritage. Chelsea Paris sells boots, flats, loafers, mules, sandals, and heels that will pair well with your already-established wardrobe.
Price Point: $$$$
Zena Ziora
This luxury footwear line is the epitome of contemporary elegance. Every product is handcrafted in Italy, and the brand creates every shoe made-to-order to minimize waste and overproduction.
Price Point: $$$
Arch
Arch is all about disrupting the fashion industry and offering creative, quality products for a strong statement. Jazmin Veney started the label in 2018 to create her own space within the fashion landscape. Arch sells bold and daring heels that are stylish yet functional.
Price Point: $$
Accessories
Wear Brims
If you're in the market for a luxe hat, take a look at the unisex fedora and baseball caps made by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. brothers Archie Clay III and Tajh Crutch for their brand Wear Brims.
Price Point: $$$
Telfar
You'll have to act fast if you're eyeing a coveted Telfar bag, the new "It" tote that Oprah selected as one of her Favorite Things in 2020. The bag is also loved by AOC, Solange, Selena Gomez, and seemingly the entire internet.
Price Point: $$$
Mateo
Featuring zodiac coin necklaces, classic pearls, and mini diamond bar earrings, Mateo's jewelry is a mix of modern and elegant.
Price Point: $$$$
Ashya
Ashya is known for vegan leather travel accessories, including crossbody bags and passport holders.
Price Point: $$$$
Monrowe
Inspired by designer Dani Evans's jazz musician grandfather, Monrowe produces handmade unisex hats.
Price Point: $$$$
Simone I. Smith
Another Oprah's Favorite Things pick, Simone I. Smith's jewelry is inspired by the hip-hop culture of 1980s Queens.
Price Point: $$
Tribal Eyes
If you want designer eyewear that pops, Tribal Eyes's oversize glasses and shades are a great place to start.
Price Point: $$$
We Dream In Colour
As seen on Zendaya, Priyanka Chopra-Jonas, and Vice President Kamala Harris, We Dream In Colour's ornate handmade jewelry pieces are both colorful and whimsical.
Price Point: $$$$
Bychari
This brand, which was founded by designer Chari Cuthbert, is known for beautiful pieces that are made for everyday styling. Bychari has famous fans: First Lady Michelle Obama wore its "VOTE" necklace, and the company was also on Oprah's Favorite Things List.
Price Point: $$$$
Stella & Haas
Stella & Haas offers affordable, trendy jewelry, from zodiac necklaces to initial huggies.
Price Point: $
Anima Iris
Anima Iris has a variety of hexagonal and pentagon shaped fold-over purses, in vivid colors and prints.
Price Point: $$$$
Humans Before Handles
Offering affordable earrings, rings, necklaces, hair accessories, and more, Humans Before Handles has costume jewelry in a variety of novelty styles and metals.
Price Point: $
Brandon Blackwood
One of the first bags that Brandon Blackwood and his eponymous label created was a tote with the words "End Systemic Racism" etched across it. Since, the brand has been on the arms of celebs like Saweetie, The City Girls, and Kim Kardashian.
Price Point: $$$
AAKS
Black-owned and women-led AAKS, created by Akosua Afriyie-Kumi, introduced the world to her favorite weaving techniques by the women of Ghana and has since produced textural and vibrant handbags that speak to this mission.
Price Point: $$$
Ubuntu Life
It all started when Zane Wilemon took a flight to meet Jeremiah Kuria in Kenya. The two formed a powerful friendship, which led to them cofounding Ubuntu Life. The brand creates shoes, bags, and jewelry to provide sustainable and meaningful employment for artisans in Kenya.
Price Point: $$
CISE
CISE store, a subsidiary of CISE Inc., offers products that stand for something. The brand first gained notoriety through its “Protect Black Women” tote bag that swarmed Instagram during the reckoning of George Floyd back in 2020. CISE sells a range of clothing accessories packed with a strong message.
Price Point: $$
Edas
Edas is a Black-owned jewelry brand that caught our eye immediately. Edas's accessories are designed for everyday wear and focus on innovation, with a sharp focus on sustainability but with an eclectic twist. It’s head designer Sade Mims’s eye for intricacy that keeps loyal shoppers clicking “add to cart.”
Price Point: $$
Homage Year
Every piece Homage Year makes pieces with comfortability and longevity at the forefront. Each creation made is charged with sociopolitical intentions that affect our people, environment, and culture. The Mini Ova bag is the brand’s bestseller and has become a popular style for Homage Year.
Price Point: $$
Lingerie
Savage x Fenty
Part of Rihanna's beauty and fashion empire, Savage x Fenty features lingerie with inclusive sizing.
Price Point: $
Curvy Fox
Pick from a seductive variety of plus-size intimates, swimwear, and loungewear.
Price Point: $$
Nubian Skin
Find the perfect pair of nude undergarments for your shade of brown, thanks to this British lingerie and hosiery brand.
Price Point: $$
Cherry Blossom Intimates
Not only does the Maryland-based lingerie boutique sell over 200 bra sizes to be inclusive of every woman, but it also offers specialized bra fittings and post-mastectomy prostheses for breast cancer survivors
Price Point: $$
Love, Vera
Love, Vera is a lingerie company for all, with an array of sizes and colors that are accessible to every customer.
Price Point: $$
Nude Barre
Stock up on even more nudes with this wallet-friendly brand that has bras, underwear, and hosiery.
Price Point: $$
Yitty
Lizzo cofounded and launched Yitty in 2022 as a tie-in with Fabletics and has Adam Goldenberg, Don Ressler, and Kate Hudson as partners. Yitty focuses on selling body-inclusive activewear so that everybody can feel their best when active. The brand also sells size-inclusive lingerie and dresses.
Price Point: $
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