In a New Trunk Show, Moda Operandi x the Fifteen Percent Pledge Spotlights 8 Black Designers

As for future trunk shows or like projects, the designer and founder is keeping her mind open. “Whether it’s another trunk show, an incubator program or a community event—our partners understand that the work to support Black entrepreneurs requires more than just securing shelf space. It takes a village, and we’re excited for future opportunities with our partners to expand our work together.” 

Discover the Black designers included in Moda x Fifteen Percent Pledge’s trunk show, which runs through April 7th. 

Head of State 

Taofeek Abijako, the Nigerian-born, Brooklyn-based designer and founder behind Head of State, first established his brand in 2016. Inspired by elevated streetwear, Abijako explores post-colonial youth culture through his clothing. In his latest collection, the designer pays homage to his two homes, Nigeria and New York by reinventing traditional West African silhouettes. 

Head of State Wumi wool mini skirt

Head of State Eri cropped top

Head of State Ifa wool-organza top

Head of State Eniyii cutout maxi dress

Sukeina

The brainchild of Omar Salam, CFDA member and 2022 Vogue Fashion Fund finalist, Sukeina’s collection of occasion wear references from Africa, Europe, and America. The brand, which is committed to innovation, quality craftsmanship, and sustainable production, puts forth apparel that is equally celebratory (think cocktail and shift dresses with a twist) and thought-provoking. 

Sukeina fringe-trimmed mesh jacket

Sukeina strapless mini dress

Sukeina fringe-trimmed mesh midi dress

Sukeina fringe-trimmed midi skirt

AnOnlyChild

Maxwell Osborne, who previously founded Public School, established AnOnlyChild in 2020. Made entirely from deadstock materials, his latest collection is inspired by his Jamaican heritage, NYC upbringing, and childlike creativity. Each piece puts a modern spin on traditional workwear by way of unexpected silhouettes and prints. 

AnOnlyChild printed silk top

AnOnlyChild pleated silk wide-leg pants

AnOnlyChild wool-silk top

AnOnlyChild pleated wool wide-leg pants

Dur Doux

Perhaps the most heartwarming aspect of the brand Dur Doux is that it was founded in 2015 by a mother-daughter duo, Najla and Cynthia Burt. The collection, which is a window into the designers’ upbringing in Florida, offers sleek silhouettes in tropical and floral patterns. Designed to be mixed and matched, each of Dur Doux’s pieces is a celebration of femininity, opulence, and pure fun. 

Dur Doux floral mesh tunic top

Dur Doux floral mesh flared pants

Dur Doux puckered cropped top

Dur Doux puckered knit midi skirt

Agbobly

Taking a joyous approach to fashion, the 2022 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund finalist’s collection reinvents the traditional school uniform by way of gingham prints, sweater vests, and embellished denim. The designer, Jacques Agbobly, drew upon the vibrant colors of his youth to create a collection that evokes nostalgia and child-like freedom. 

Agbobly unisex pleated skirt

Agbobly Togo stripe sweater

Agbobly hand-beaded denim cargo pants

Agbobly beaded oversized button down

Harwell Godfrey

Inspired by Art Deco jewelry and ancient textiles from the African Diaspora, the San Francisco-based designer Harwell Godfrey handcrafts her 18K gold designs to create pendants, earrings, and necklaces. Formerly an art director, the designer brings ethical and semi-precious stones into her works for their energy-healing qualities. 

Harwell Godfrey Major Love + Luck Horseshoe pendant

Harwell Godfrey 5 stone totem drop earrings

Harwell Godfrey small crux cross pendant necklace

Harwell Godfrey tiny horeshoe stud earrings

Brother Vellies 

Working with artisans across Africa, Italy, Indonesia, and Mexico with the intention of preserving heritage craft, the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund winner Aurora James creates playful shoes that simultaneously celebrate cultural histories and timeless designs. Founded in 2013, Brother Vellies’ footwear is crafted from eco-conscious chrome-free leather and animal by-product hides, ensuring the production process minimizes environmental impact. 

Brother Vellies Lilia flat patent leather sandals

Brother Vellies Bike leather sandals

Brother Vellies Stell satin mules

Brother Vellies Diora nylon sandals

Sunni Sunni

Founded by self-taught footwear designer Sunni Dixon in 2020, Sunni Sunni showcases artful shoes (including boots meant for year-round wear) that are designed with city dressing in mind. The trunk show’s featured collection includes the brand’s cult-favorite square-toe Reese boots and denim sandals, which are inspired by the way oversized jeans can cover one’s entire foot. 

Sunni Sunni Reese patent leather boots

Sunni Sunni Reese patent leather boots

Sunni Sunni Blucher split runner

Sunni Sunni overflow pant denim sandals

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