Janet Jackson and Issa Rae are two notable attendees of Harlem’s Fashion Row The 15th Anniversary Fashion Show and Style Awards took place in New York on Tuesday night. The fascinating event greeted a star-studded crowd at the General Grant National Monument in Harlem to celebrate the countless contributions of black visionaries in the fashion industry.
Janet Jackson was honored with the Icon of the Year Award at the party that followed, and she certainly dressed like the woman of the time. The singer looked rather fancy in a layered brown tulle dress, teamed with a cropped open front jacket and a navy-red colorblock t-shirt. She wears several pieces of jewelry, including a bunch of large and small bracelets (some of them designed in striking marble) and silver hoop earrings. Her hair is styled in a half bun, highlighting her seductive light makeup.
Issa Rae also had a great night being the first to receive the award Virgil Abloh The award – a distinction given to those who embody the brilliance and vision of the late multisystem designer through contributions to culture and community, according to a press release. The “Insecure” star stood out on the red carpet in a faux-collar mini dress with a leaf print. The light blue design featured long sleeves and tight bodice, reaching down to her thighs to show off her legs to the full. She finished off with black boots, a couple of silver rings and matching statement earrings.
Other honorees include Sergio Hudson, who was named Designer of the Year; Robin Givhan, who received the Editor of the Year award; and Ade Samuel, who was named Stylist of the Year. The event included a fashion show featuring three emerging Black designers: Clarence Ruth, Johnathan Haydenand Nicole Benefield. Ruth’s collection for Cotte D’Armes is a counter study, with structured jumpsuits paired with a motorcycle helmet and ruffled white coats paired with casual denim jackets. Benefield has introduced liquid separators in neutral tones, such as split tops, sheer jackets and two-piece maxi dresses. For her Deus Ex Machina line, Hayden dressed models in intricately printed gowns and gowns, each with pearls adorning their hair and eyebrows.
All three designers received Harlem’s Fashion Row ICON 360 grants to fund their businesses, given by Louis Vuitton Americas, and they were paired with an executive advisor from the fashion house. to guide their careers in design. Harlem’s Fashion Row was founded by Brandice Daniel as a resource to elevate Black designers and help them achieve sustainability in the fashion industry. Daniel also made a strong impression at the event when wearing a small dress with feathers.
Up front, appreciate the celebrity outfits and designs on display at Harlem’s Fashion Row.
