Today’s Black History tribute goes to Willi Smith (1948-1987), considered by some to be the most successful African-American designer in history.Smith, educated at Parsons and Philadelphia College of Art, specialized in relaxed cotton creations. He began his own line, Williwear, in 1976 which, at its peak, sold $25 million worth of clothing per year.Pantsuit by […]
Black History Month on Fashion Bomb Daily: Ann Lowe, Designer of Jacqueline Kennedy’s Wedding Dress
“Ann Lowe was known as society’s best kept secret…You would have thought her clothing was Parisian couture, but she charged much less to create the same thing. They all went to her for their debutante balls and weddings.”–Michael Henry Adams Next up for Black History Month is Ann Lowe (1898-1981), designer to prominent families such […]
Black History Month on Fashion Bomb Daily Spotlight: Elizabeth Keckley
“I was fortunate in obtaining work, and in a short time I had acquired something of a reputation as a seamstress and dress-maker. The best ladies in St. Louis were my patrons, and when my reputation was once established I never lacked for orders.”– Elizabeth Keckley, Behind the Scenes Happy February! First up for the […]