Tag: black models matter
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Artist a Day Challenge 2016-15: A Ruckus on the Runway: Black Models in Fashion
On November 28, 1973 America found itself officially placed on fashion’s map after the legendary Battle of Versailles runway show. This walk-off pitted American designers against French designers in an elaborately designed show that catapulted the U.S. to design prominence. The 5 American designers who showcased their work to an international crowd featured 10 black models- an unprecedented move in fashion. To…
Colony Little, Culture Shock Art 