These 112 Black-Owned Clothing Brands Need to Be on Your Radar
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Trust and believe, when it comes to the Black community, we will always bring a serve. Whether it's setting trends or reinventing old ones, our fashion world oozes uniqueness that is often duplicated and celebrated without appropriate credit—which is one of the reasons why I'm always so excited to shout out the genius creators from every rooftop. Basically, this article is my rooftop! And I'm keeping an eye everywhere (TikTok, Instagram, New York Fashion Week, you name it!) so you can know about all the Black-owned clothing brands out there.
So allow me to introduce you to these 112 amazing Black-owned clothing brands below. No matter what your personal style may be, there's a brand that’ll resonate with your vibe. From cool street style to sleek ready-to-wear, boho looks and swimwear, these brands are not only influencing fashion but also making powerful waves in the fashion industry with designs that blend creativity, culture, and craftsmanship. Major Black designers like LaQuan Smith, Christopher John Rogers, and Brandon Blackwood have paved the way, while tons of exciting newcomers are amplifying Black fashion even further. In short: If you're not shopping Black clothing brands, you're missing out on a universe of chic fashion.
There's a plethora of talent and ingenuity that comes out of the Black community, so if you want your wardrobe (or beauty routine!) to look fresh and trend-setting, these are the designers and creators you need to shop! Below, 112 Black-owned fashion brands to shop well beyond Black History Month. Happy shopping and supporting Black excellence!
Diotima
This brand brings a fun and fresh spin on classic wardrobe staples. Diotima says why not add knit fringe to black trousers, netting to a button-down blouse, or a see-through crochet patch to a long trench? I’m always down to up the ante.
Website: diotima.world
Denim Tears
For all the Y2K aesthetic lovers, you're about to have a field day shopping through Denim Tears' inventory. Think: nostalgic graphics and cuts, varsity jackets, funky patterned jeans, animal print, and more.
Website: denimtears.com
Oríré
KÍLÈNTÁR
Lookin' for a masterpiece? You'll find several at KÍLÈNTÁR, a brand that has conquered infusing the timelessness of Africa into modern clothing.
Website: kilentar.com
Téjahn Burnett
Size-inclusive footwear? We love to see it—especially in the form of these chrome beauts from mastermind Téjahn Burnett.
Website: tejahnburnett.com
LEIGH
We all love our silky separates, don't we? Well, apparently so does Beyonce (she's been seen wearing LEIGH). Designed in BK, LEIGH sizing goes from XS to 4x—come on, inclusivity!
Website: leighnewyork.com
Amsale
If you have a fancy event coming up, and your style is more romantic and luxurious, I'm positive you'll say yes to the dress here. Speaking of, Amsale recently dropped yet another Bridal collection and it's sooo dreamy!
Website: amsale.com
Ada & Edith
Style should be easy and effortless—can I get an amen? This recently launched brand by Ukonwa Ojo illustrates this belief via functional and versatile separates that you can wear everyday.
Website: adaandedith.com
Harbison Studio
Check out Harbison Studio for the brightest of colors and the boldest silhouettes.
Website: harbison.studio
Marrisa Wilson
If you're looking to amp up the color in your wardrobe, be sure to check our Marrisa Wilson.
Website: marrisawilsonny.com
Kimberly Goldson
This sister-made brand is full of fun silhouettes and textures including ruffles, peplum, and bubble hems.
Website: kimberlygoldson.com
Autumn Adeigbo
You'll always stand out in a bold print or floral pattern from Autumn Adeigbo. I mean, how stunning does Ashley Park look in this polka dog mini?!
Website: autumnadeigbo.com
Lurelly
If you love to sparkle, Lurelly is definitely worth checking out. Their stunning pieces are perfect for any party—and they do bridal!
Website: lurelly.com
Onalaja
From sheer maxis to embellished mini dresses, Onalaja has all things stunning.
Website: onalaja.com
Feben
Remember Beyonce's legendary "Brown Skin Girl" video? Feben was tapped to create costumes for that. The up and coming designer, a Central Saint Martins grad who goes by her first name only, and fans of surrealism will be intrigued by the dynamic stories that her pieces tell.
Website: ssense.com
Nosesso
It's giving movement, and we love to see it. L.A. designer Pierre Davis created No Sesso to uplift all people. The name means "no sex/no gender" in Italian. The community-focused label is known for their various reconstructed materials, loud prints, and their iconic hand embroidery.
Website: nosesso.la
ÖFUURË
If you're a fan of bold, vibrant, and stunning pieces, you're gonna adore African clothing brand ÖFUURË. Everything from jaw-dropping gowns to adorable pajamas lives on their site.
Website: ofuure.com
Jolie Noire
Casual luxury abounds on the Jolie Noire website. Whether you're looking for chic tees or comfy loungewear, this brand has it all.
Website: joliexnoire.com
Zelie for She
Ethereal pieces with edge that you'll drool over the second you see them: That's the beauty of Zelie for She. This plus-size clothing brand is worth a browse for sure.
Website: zelieforshe.com
Rendoll Lagos
Make a major statement in bright prints, or stay cool in gorgeous neutrals—the choice is yours with Rendoll Lagos.
Website: rendoll.com
Megan Uy is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, where she searches for the best products in all things fashion, home, beauty, sex, gifts, and more, so you don’t have to. When she’s not writing for the site, she’s whipping up some cool and trendy content for the fashion section of the print magazine. She’s been with the brand since 2019 (when she was an itty-bitty editorial fellow), and she's also written for Delish, House Beautiful, and People. Follow her on Instagram to get some BTS of the editor life and chaotic NYC content. Also, feel free to hit her up if you ever wanna discuss the madness that is TikTok.
Tarah-Lynn Saint-Elien is the fashion editor at Cosmopolitan, writing weighty and witty stories that run the gamut of gushing over Zendaya to convincing you of everything you need in your closet! She began her journey in the industry with a fashion and faith blog and an internship at Elle about 10 years ago. Since then, she's also served as the style editor at The Haitian Times. The Haitian-American pageant queen is Miss Supranational Haiti 2024, a Syracuse Masters graduate, and the author of three books, including: Claim Your Crown. Follow her on Instagram and TikTok: @iamtarahlynn.
Alexis Bennett Parker is the Commerce Content Lead at ELLE.com. In this newly created role, she oversees all shopping-related stories online, from fashion-forward trend pieces to the most coveted beauty buys on the market right now. Alexis has worked in the publishing space for 11 years, and seven of those years have been dedicated to helping shoppers make informed purchases—no buyer’s remorse here! Before joining the team at ELLE.com, she worked in the editorial departments of Vogue, Cosmopolitan, and InStyle, to name a few magazines. Not only has Alexis worked closely with several brands and tested hundreds of products over the course of her career, but she’s also won awards for her work as a shopping journalist. Namely, she was an honoree at the Pynk Magazine Gala in 2023, received the Condé Nast Commerce Content Award for Best Article by a New Hire in 2021, and was included on the Top 40 Under 40 Heir’s List in 2018.
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