6 Black Woman-Owned Fashion Brands to add to your wardrobe ASAP

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Black designers are killing the game and always have been. Here are a few women creating pieces that your closet will love!

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1. Hanifa

Recently known for the virtual debut of the Pink Label Congo collection which took the internet by storm, Hanifa is the line by Congolese designer Anifa Mvuemba. The beautiful colors and textures display a sense of playful femininity while also sharing the spirit of Congo, where Anifa’s family is from. Hanifa carries sizes 0-20, highlighting a focus on inclusivity and appreciation for and acceptance of our natural curves!

The Chroma Network 6 black woman-owned fashion brands to add to your wardrobe ASAP. Hanifa Kinshasa Backless Mini Dress — Hanifa Kinshasa Backless Mini Dress

2. Andrea Iyamah

The Chroma Network 6 black woman-owned fashion brands to add to your wardrobe ASAP. Andrea Iyamah Kayman Robe. — Andrea Iyamah Kayman Robe

This is one of our absolute favorites! Andrea Iyamah is a Canadian based fashion brand owned by Nigerian designer, Dumebi Iyamah. The brand draws its inspiration from a variety of diverse African cultures as well as nature which shines true in its use of color, cut, and texture.

A.I. is primarily known for its swim and resort lines but the brand also specializes in Ready to Wear pieces and bridal through its sister line Andrea Iyamah Bride!

We personally cannot look at any AI piece without also browsing Google Flights for our next vacation destination; the two go hand in hand!

We thank Dumebi for her modern take on African design tradition. Andrea Iyamah is a fashion staple!

The Chroma Network 6 black woman-owned fashion brands to add to your wardrobe ASAP. Andrea Iyamah Kanem High Waist Bikini. — Andrea Iyamah Kanem High Waist Bikini

3. Fe Noel

The Chroma Network 6 black woman-owned fashion brands to add to your wardrobe ASAP. Fe Noel Mace Half-Sleeve Tie Dress — Fe Noel Mace Half-Sleeve Tie Dress

This Brooklyn based brand is owned by Felisha Noel and has been worn by the likes of Beyoncé and Gabrielle Union. Her love for bold colors and prints is very evocative of her Grenadian heritage and the culture of the Caribbean at large. We love her the statements her pieces make – you really cannot miss a Fe Noel piece when you see it.

Felisha has also created the Fe Noel Foundation which is a program designed for young women from underserved communities who are interested in entrepreneurship. The foundation’s mission is to provide direct mentorship and partnership opportunities to bring program participants’ ideas to life.

Felisha demonstrates the importance of giving back to the communities that have inspired and molded us by extending a hand to the next generation. She truly epitomizes the fact that it is always “deeper than fashion.”

The Chroma Network 6 black woman-owned fashion brands to add to your wardrobe ASAP. Fe Noel Nutmeg One-Shoulder Dress — Fe Noel Nutmeg One-Shoulder Dress

4. Shami Oshun

The Chroma Network 6 black woman-owned fashion brands to add to your wardrobe ASAP. Shami Oshun Clementine Bev Bag (Color Changing) — Shami Oshun Clementine Bev Bag (Color Changing)

Shami Oshun is a designer and owner of her eponymous brand which merges technology with innovative design. She is known for her use of 3D printing and color-changing materials to create wearable art.

Naturally gifted, Shami received widespread exposure for her talents at age 18 when the purple dress she designed the night before her prom went viral

One of her most interesting pieces is the Bev Bag a 3D printed bag literally created to hold your beverages (because they do get in the way!)

her mind

The Chroma Network 6 black woman-owned fashion brands to add to your wardrobe ASAP. Shami Oshun Sunrise Hoops (Color Changing) — Shami Oshun Sunrise Hoops (Color Changing)

5. Brother Vellies

The Chroma Network 6 black woman-owned fashion brands to add to your wardrobe ASAP. Brother Vellies Mamba Boot in Honey — Brother Vellies Mamba Boot in Honey

Brother Vellies is a New York-based brand owned by Aurora James, a Toronto native who recently publicly urged brands to take a 15% pledge, vowing to fill 15% of their shelf-space with Black-owned brands, representative of the fact that Black people are 15% of the population. So far, we’ve seen brands like Sephora and Rent the Runway sign on to her mission.

Brother Vellies originally began with the goal of honoring and sustaining traditional African design techniques as well as supporting artisanal jobs. What makes BV unique is that though its pieces are bold with interesting shapes and prints, they are also timeless and diverse as they honor the origins of the craftsmen who made them.

You can bet your last dollar that your feet will make heads turn wherever you go if you rock a pair of these.

The Chroma Network 6 black woman-owned fashion brands to add to your wardrobe ASAP. Brother Vellies Sombra Atlas Boot — Brother Vellies Sombra Atlas Boot

6. Muehleder

The Chroma Network 6 black woman-owned fashion brands to add to your wardrobe ASAP. Muehleder There She Goes Dress — Muehleder There She Goes Dress

Muehleder is an NYC-based brand by Larissa Muehleder, a Nigerian and Austrian designer who later moved to and grew up in Brooklyn during the 90s.

The creation of this brand stemmed from her desire to use clothing as a means of starting conversation and making a statement during a time where she was literally the new kid on the block.

Muehleder does exactly this as most of its pieces are made of neoprene. Larissa shows us that this “scuba” material does not have to be limited to surfers as she makes dresses and tops with notable cuts and structure. Muehleder has been seen on the likes of Normani, Zendaya, Cardi B, and Issa Rae.

The Chroma Network 6 black woman-owned fashion brands to add to your wardrobe ASAP. Muehleder Made you look Dress — Muehleder Made You Look Dress

We hope this gave you a bit of fashion inspo for your summer shopping needs! We’re definitely saving these designs to our fashion boards on Pinterest. We hope you do too!