In-depth profiles and exclusive interviews are interspersed in the book, which covers Stephen Burrows, Virgil Abloh and Naomi Sims, among others.
that will be published by Union Square & Co. based on the archives of Fairchild Media Group, owner of Women’s Wear Daily. The: 100 Years of Style, Influence & Culture,” the book was written by Tonya Blazio-Licorish and Tara Donaldson, and will feature more than 375 black-and-white and color photographs, illustrations and original articles on the designers, models, scene-makers and stylists who have shaped the fashion landscape over the past century.
In-depth profiles and exclusive interviews are interspersed throughout the pages of the book, which looks back at the profound impact figures such as Stephen Burrows,and Naomi Sims had in the fashion industry. It also touches on the cultural style revolution sparked by celebrities such as Josephine Baker.Photo by Pierre Schermann, courtesy WWD_Fairchild Media from Black in Fashion, published by Union Square & Co.
“Black in Fashion is an opportunity to shine a light on a groundbreaking array of talent ever-fluid in fashion’s timeline,” said Blazio-Licorish, archives editor for WWD. “It looks not just at the contributions of Black creatives, it also captures influences that have evolved and been embraced by the cultural zeitgeist.” Photo by Dustin Pittman, courtesy WWD/Fairchild Media from Black in Fashion, published by Union Square & Co.
“This book comes at a pivotal time for both WWD and the broader fashion industry,” said Amanda Smith, president of Fairchild Media Group. “’Black in Fashion’ celebrates the vibrant legacy and ongoing impact ofPhoto by Giovanni Giannoni, courtesy WWD/Fairchild Media from Black in Fashion, published by Uniion Square & Co. in 2024
“We are thrilled at Union Square & Co. to partner with brands as storied as Fairchild and WWD,” said Amanda Englander, editorial director of Union Square & Co., adding, “With ‘Black in Fashion,’ our shared goal has been to tell the stories and celebrate the legacies of the inimitable Black contributors who’ve impacted the industry, gathering them into a beautiful and category-defining retrospective that both book and fashion lovers can pore over and treasure for many years to come.
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