Black Design Collective continues its mission of creating access for emerging Black designers and entrepreneurs. At a BDC-sponsored event at the Beverly Center, Looks For Lease co-founder and CEO Nyleve Henry shared how her journey from redesigning thrifted clothing and operating a showroom led to fashion rental and the development of technology designed to support rental operations. (Curated by Debbie Lee, Photographed by Black Design Collective; & Transcribed by Annabelle Leammon)
When Hollywood legend Kim Novak stepped onto the red carpet of Venice this September, her presence was not only a reminder of her cinematic brilliance but also an affirmation of elegance and endurance. Dressed by acclaimed designer Kevan Hall, Novak embodied a fusion of legacy and artistry at the most […]
The Black Design Collective (BDC) is shaping the narrative of modern fashion. From a historic Oscar win to a commanding presence at the 2025 Met Gala, BDC members and collaborators are rewriting the rules of luxury, artistry, and cultural relevance—one stitch at a time. A Met Gala Takeover: Style with […]
On a warm August evening, The Ford theater became a vessel for poignant storytelling as “The Just and the Blind” premiered to a captivated audience. Conceived and written by spoken word artist Marc Bamuthi Joseph, with an original score by composer Daniel Bernard Roumain, the multimedia performance blended poetry, music, […]
Woodbury University hosted an extraordinary evening of fashion on May 9, 2024, at the Alex Theater in Glendale, CA, to honor the Black Design Collective and its founders, Kevan Hall and TJ Walker. The event, led by Dean Jeff Bellantoni and Fashion Design Chair Anna Leiker, celebrated Hall and Walker’s […]
After witnessing in person Bethann Hardison winning the Vanguard Award at the NAACP Image Awards in late February 2023, I was excited to attend a very intimate discussion between Hardison and influencer Goo Goo Atkins (Goo Ru Style). The event was was held at the Black Design Collective Community Center […]
On Thursday, February 23, 2023, the NAACP hosted a fashion show luncheon, presenting the newest addition to the Image Awards, honoring hairstyling, make-up, and costume design. The Black Design Collective (BDC) followed the awards and wowed the audience with their most recent collections. NAACP president, Derrick Johnson, set the tone […]
Discover the importance of costumes in storytelling as Ruth E. Carter gives a behind the scenes look into the costume design process. Proceeds support the Black Design Collective Creative Center and The Black Design Collective Scholarship Fund. On January 12, 2023, the Black Design Collective will host a conversation with […]