About Black Fashion Week USA

At Black Fashion Week USA, our mission is bold and unwavering: to elevate Designers of the African Diaspora by strengthening their socioeconomic power through strategic alliances and intentional exposure while preserving the culture of black fashion.

From the runway to the community, our cultural platform is dedicated to advancing Black designers through fashion visibility, historical preservation, and strategic brand growth.

A Movement, Not Just a Runway Show

Featured on major local TV networks, our platform amplifies designers who have long been overlooked by the mainstream industry. Through our public relations campaigns, curated fashion showcases, and media partnerships, we’ve helped emerging and established designers gain the spotlight they deserve.

More Than a Production—A Full Creative Ecosystem

Our work extends beyond the catwalk. We create opportunities for designers to gain meaningful exposure through fashion shows, editorial coverage, interviews, social media campaigns, cultural collaborations, and fashion exhibits, thereby strengthening their brand identity and public presence.

As cultural runway preservationists, we help preserve the creative legacy of Black designers for future generations.

Robert Earl Paige @ Connecting Threads - Africa Fashion at the Field Museum

Fashion Events With Chicago at the Center

Our curated Fashion events have taken place across the country, with Chicago proudly serving as our flagship city.

Past Programming Highlights

Public Runway Showcases

Children’s runway showcases

Educational fashion workshops & panel discussions

Trunk shows and pop-ups

Black History Month fashion programming

Our Digital Presence

Fashion doesn’t stop when the runway lights dim.
We stay connected to our community through monthly newsletters, online blogs, and active social media channels that highlight designers, events, and the global Black fashion narrative.

Year after year, our platform continues to successfully fulfill its mission—expanding opportunities for minority designers through live events, digital media, and nationwide visibility.