Women's History Month: The Most Iconic Fashion Moments by Black Women
Black women have long used fashion as self-expression, resistance, and celebration. From red carpets to runways, their looks make bold statements. In honor of Women’s History Month, here are some iconic fashion moments that shaped the industry.
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Zendaya took sci-fi couture to the next level in this custom chrome Mugler bodysuit, proving once again that she’s the queen of red carpet reinvention. This look wasn’t just fashion—it was cinematic.
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More than just a fashion statement, Angela Davis’ leather jacket and signature afro became symbols of power, resilience, and resistance during the civil rights movement.
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Avant-garde at its finest! Grace Jones redefined fashion with this bold, sculptural ensemble, complete with an intricate hat, giving us a masterclass in fearless style at the 1983 Grammys.
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Tyra Banks dominated the runway in this striking olive green ensemble, complete with a statement hat, proving why she dominated the catwalks of the ‘90s.
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Aaliyah’s tiger-striped Roberto Cavalli dress, with its high slit and fur trim, cemented her status as a trendsetter in Y2K fashion.
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Halle Berry’s sheer, embroidered Elie Saab gown was as iconic as her win—becoming the first Black woman to take home the Best Actress Oscar for her performance in “Monster's Ball.”
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The definition of fearless fashion—Rihanna shut down the CFDA red carpet in this sheer Swarovski crystal-encrusted Adam Selman dress, cementing her status as a fashion icon.
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This breathtaking powder blue Prada gown turned Lupita Nyong’o into a real-life princess, making history as she took home her first Academy Award.
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Cardi B made waves at the 61st Annual GRAMMY Awards in this show-stopping vintage Mugler gown, embodying both elegance and drama on music’s biggest night.
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Effortlessly chic and unconventional, Solange Knowles’ ivory cape jumpsuit redefined bridal fashion, cementing her status as a true style icon.
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When Serena Williams hit the court at the 2002 US Open, she traded her signature look for an all-black Puma catsuit—making a bold fashion statement that redefined the intersection of style and sport in tennis.
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Rihanna shut down the Met Gala red carpet in a breathtaking yellow Guo Pei couture gown with an unforgettable sweeping train in a look so good we couldn't leave it off the list.
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