Top Celebrity Designers

Black History Month Black Fashion Designers

House of Dereon - Since the launch in 2004, Beyonce and her mother work together to create a fashion-forward collection of apparel, accessories, handbags, shoes and swimwear. As for the line's latest venture, Beyonce and her mom have designed a collection of vintage-inspired dresses that will be available at Bloomingdale's. The line is based on the 50's-style dresses that Beyonce wore for her role as Etta James in the upcoming film <i>Cadillac Records.</i>

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House of Dereon - Since the launch in 2004, Beyonce and her mother work together to create a fashion-forward collection of apparel, accessories, handbags, shoes and swimwear. As for the line's latest venture, Beyonce and her mom have designed a collection of vintage-inspired dresses that will be available at Bloomingdale's. The line is based on the 50's-style dresses that Beyonce wore for her role as Etta James in the upcoming film <i>Cadillac Records.</i>

Sean John - Sean “Diddy” Combs is definitely doing his thing, holding down his Sean John collection since 1998. Through the support of both the fashion community and retailers, Sean John has quickly grown from an urban label to an international brand.

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Sean John - Sean “Diddy” Combs is definitely doing his thing, holding down his Sean John collection since 1998. Through the support of both the fashion community and retailers, Sean John has quickly grown from an urban label to an international brand.

Simmons Sisters - The Pastry Kicks shoe collection features a selection of colorful sneakers. The Cake Runner shoes look like athletic shoes and the Fab Cookie shoes have a more casual look. Ladies young and old are indulging in a new delicious footwear line.

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Simmons Sisters - The Pastry Kicks shoe collection features a selection of colorful sneakers. The Cake Runner shoes look like athletic shoes and the Fab Cookie shoes have a more casual look. Ladies young and old are indulging in a new delicious footwear line.

Rocawear - Hip Hop superstar and fashion mogul Jay-Z continues to show his eye for business and fashion with his Rocawear collection. Rocawear has clothing lines and accessories for men, women and children.&lt;BR&gt;&lt;BR&gt;In March of 2007, Jay-Z sold the rights to the Rocawear brand to Iconix Brand Group, for $204 million. Cha-Ching! His collection can be found in department stores, urban fashion and sportswear boutiques in the US.

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Rocawear - Hip Hop superstar and fashion mogul Jay-Z continues to show his eye for business and fashion with his Rocawear collection. Rocawear has clothing lines and accessories for men, women and children.<BR><BR>In March of 2007, Jay-Z sold the rights to the Rocawear brand to Iconix Brand Group, for $204 million. Cha-Ching! His collection can be found in department stores, urban fashion and sportswear boutiques in the US.

Baby Phat - Kimora Lee Simmons knows a thing or two about fashion. This former model keeps the ladies looking sexy in Baby Phat. Kimora’s over the top personal style radiates through the Baby Phat collection – a collection the world cannot seem to get enough of. To pick up her line of clothes, accessories and fragrances, the collection can be found in department stores and boutiques for young women and girls.

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Baby Phat - Kimora Lee Simmons knows a thing or two about fashion. This former model keeps the ladies looking sexy in Baby Phat. Kimora’s over the top personal style radiates through the Baby Phat collection – a collection the world cannot seem to get enough of. To pick up her line of clothes, accessories and fragrances, the collection can be found in department stores and boutiques for young women and girls.

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Todd Smith - Legendary rapper LL Cool J tapped into the fashion industry with his Todd Smith clothing line. Many of the designs on the detail-oriented jeans, shirts and hoodies come from tattoos on his body. LL’s line can only be found in about 24 fashion stores and select Macy’s department stores.

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Todd Smith - Legendary rapper LL Cool J tapped into the fashion industry with his Todd Smith clothing line. Many of the designs on the detail-oriented jeans, shirts and hoodies come from tattoos on his body. LL’s line can only be found in about 24 fashion stores and select Macy’s department stores.

Apple Bottom - For the women who like to show off what they're working with, or just want to keep it sexy, Nelly created Apple Bottom, whose jeans are known for their apple pockets. Nelly continues to expand his Apple Bottoms collection of jumpsuits, denim, dresses and accessories with the hottest hip hop trends of each season. Apple Bottom can be found in fashion stores throughout the country.

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Apple Bottom - For the women who like to show off what they're working with, or just want to keep it sexy, Nelly created Apple Bottom, whose jeans are known for their apple pockets. Nelly continues to expand his Apple Bottoms collection of jumpsuits, denim, dresses and accessories with the hottest hip hop trends of each season. Apple Bottom can be found in fashion stores throughout the country.

Billionaire Boys Club & Ice Cream - N.E.R.D. member Pharrell, a style icon in his own right, shares his fashion sense with the Billionaire Boys Club and Ice Cream brands. The first flagship store was opened in Tokyo, Japan, and two more opened in New York and Hong Kong. The brands are only available in 40 stores around the world. Pharrell has also designed sunglasses for Louis Vuitton named millionaires and has done various photo shoots for Louis Vuitton luggage.

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Billionaire Boys Club & Ice Cream - N.E.R.D. member Pharrell, a style icon in his own right, shares his fashion sense with the Billionaire Boys Club and Ice Cream brands. The first flagship store was opened in Tokyo, Japan, and two more opened in New York and Hong Kong. The brands are only available in 40 stores around the world. Pharrell has also designed sunglasses for Louis Vuitton named millionaires and has done various photo shoots for Louis Vuitton luggage.

Tracy Reese - High-fashion designer Tracy Reese shares her chic taste with the Tracy Reese collection. Her lady-like Grandmother served as Tracy’s first fashion icon. Each collection presents perfect pieces for the modern woman who simply loves to be a girl. Her boutique is located in New York City, but her eccentric designs can also be found in fashion boutiques all over the world.

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Tracy Reese - High-fashion designer Tracy Reese shares her chic taste with the Tracy Reese collection. Her lady-like Grandmother served as Tracy’s first fashion icon. Each collection presents perfect pieces for the modern woman who simply loves to be a girl. Her boutique is located in New York City, but her eccentric designs can also be found in fashion boutiques all over the world.

Andre 3000 - Outkast member Andre 3000 is sharing his clever style with the world. He recently launched his men's clothing line, &quot;Benjamin Bixby,&quot; in the popular Barneys boutique in New York. His line is a mix of sophistication and quirkiness, similar to the one he has created for himself.

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Benjamin Bixby - Outkast member Andre 3000 is sharing his clever style with the world. He recently launched his men's clothing line, "Benjamin Bixby," in the popular Barneys boutique in New York. His line is a mix of sophistication and quirkiness, similar to the one he has created for himself.