10 Black-Owned Luxury Men's Fashion Brands to Support
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In light of recent protests and worldwide support and activism for the Black Lives Matter movement, an overdue light was shone on the unjust experiences of the Black Community as a whole. While systemic racism is an issue that will require change brought upon by immediate action, there are still things you can do to support the Black Lives Matter movement.
Since majority of the United States and the world is still on high alert due to the recent COVID-19 pandemic, many people are still cautious to leave their homes. If you are someone that wants to show their support outside of protest, you can still support the Black Community and Black Lives Matter by supporting Black-owned businesses and black entrepreneurs.
By supporting Black-owned luxury brands and businesses, you are helping support diversity within global business communities and industries that require change. To make finding Black-owned businesses and advocation for Black-Owned Luxury Brands and Businesses easier, we put together a list of 10 black-owned men’s fashion brands for you to shop. So the next time you reach for your wallet, take a moment to think a little deeper about where your money goes and who it supports.
1. WearBrims
WearBrims delivers a handcrafted, American-made hat experience blending fashion elements from the North & South. The brand helps create confidence in in men, even after removing their hats.
2. PYER MOSS
Pyer Moss was founded in 2013 by Kerby Jean-Raymond. Jean-Raymond describes the brand as an “art project” or “a timely social experiment” at times. Pyer Moss continues to redefine itself every season with collections and runways that combine storytelling, activism, debate, theatre and social commentary; all while using collaboration with artists and brands as a medium to further the dialogue around seasonal themes.
3. Wales Bonner
WALES BONNER embraces a multiplicity of perspectives, proposing a distinct notion of luxury, via a hybrid of European and Afro-Atlantic approaches. Grace Wales Bonner launched her eponymous label menswear label in 2014 and has since expanded to encompass both mens and womenswear.
4. Made Leather Co
Founded in 2016 centered around a love for Morocco, MADE Leather Company is a quality driven global brand that produces handmade leather goods. Their goal is to create classic bags with great regard to fashion, quality and the preservation of handmade products.
5. Darryl Brown
Designer Darryl Brown's path from steel worker to General Motors employee eventually brought him to the fashion industry. Former stylist of Kanye West, the Darryl Brown reflects on his time in the labor union and the odyssey of his career. Collection 1 embodies the essence of the blue-collar worker: constancy, strength and deep roots.
6. Heron Preston
Heron Preston is a fashion designer whose eponymous label features workwear-redefined separates and accessories for both women and men. His work inherently speaks to the next wave of culture, innovation, environmental responsibility and human impact.
7. Michel Men
Michel Men is an American Menswear brand based in NYC founded by Whitney Michel. The brand offers luxurious silk and cotton men’s accessories for every day wear.
8. Public School
Founded in 2008, the Public School brand keeps its production roots in New York, supporting local tailors, pattern makers, and skilled garment workers. It is these genuine and personal experiences throughout the development process along with their design mantra “finding perfection in imperfection,” that epitomize the brand and its commitment to creating high-quality clothing.
9. MAXHOSA Africa
MAXHOSA BY LADUMA is a South African knitwear brand founded in 2012 by Laduma Ngxokolo. MAXHOSA designs showcase the beauty, culture, language and aspiration of the Xhosa people. Evolved and amended in a modern way and a current design context it translates into a form that resonates with multiple fashion markets globally.
10. Armando Cabral
Founded in 2008 by Portuguese model and designer Armando Cabral, Armando Cabral was established to offer premium footwear and accessories that reflect and support modern living. Inspired by timeless design, easy elegance and luxurious comfort, the brand merges minimalism with intricate details and innovative technical construction.
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