Black Fashion Legacy is a comprehensive collection of educational resources preserving and celebrating Black fashion history and its cultural impact. We develop curriculum materials, lesson plans, workshops, and educational resources that ensure Black fashion history is integrated into educational spaces and celebrated in our communities. Black Fashion Legacy is an initiative of Hems & Brims, a nonprofit organization empowering Black creatives in the fashion industry.

Black Fashion Legacy is an initiative of Hems & Brims, founded by Briana Burton after recognizing that Black fashion creatives were consistently underrepresented in educational materials and curricula. Every resource we create and partnership we build directly supports Hems & Brims' programming, which empowers Black creatives through mentorship, resources, and professional development opportunities. When you support Black Fashion Legacy, you're investing in both preservation and the next generation of Black talent in fashion.

We conduct thorough research using primary sources, historical archives, academic publications, museum collections, and verified biographical materials. As we grow, we're building relationships with historians, researchers, and cultural institutions to ensure accuracy and depth. We prioritize telling these stories with the care, context, and respect they deserve while making them accessible for educational use.

We offer a range of educational resources including our poster collection featuring Black fashion pioneers, curriculum guides, lesson plans, workshop presentations, and educational materials designed for classrooms, institutions, and individuals. Our resources are created to be both informative and visually engaging, making Black fashion history accessible and compelling for all ages.

The Lois K. Alexander-Lane poster is available for pre-order now on our website. The full debut collection will be unveiled at our Black Fashion History Trivia Night on January 31, 2026, where additional posters will be available for pre-order. All pre-orders will ship in March 2026. Visit our Shop page to order.

Yes! We're continuously developing new collections and resources to celebrate Black fashion history and the pioneers who shaped it. Follow us on Instagram and subscribe to our newsletter to stay updated on upcoming collections and new resources.

We offer customized partnerships for schools, institutions, and organizations including workshops, curriculum integration, educational programming, and bulk resource orders. To explore partnership opportunities, complete our contact form or schedule a consultation call. We'll discuss your goals and create a tailored plan that brings Black fashion history to your community.

Yes! We develop custom educational content tailored to your specific needs, whether that's curriculum for a particular grade level, exhibition materials for a museum, branded educational resources for corporate partners, or specialized programming for community organizations. Reach out through our Partner With Us page to discuss your project.

Yes! We partner with educational institutions to bring Black fashion history resources to classrooms and libraries. Schedule a call to discuss institutional partnerships and bulk orders.

Yes, we offer both in-person and virtual workshops and presentations for schools, organizations, museums, libraries, and community spaces. Our workshops can be customized to your audience and goals, covering topics from specific designers and movements to broader themes in Black fashion history. Contact us to schedule a workshop.

We welcome recommendations for Black fashion creatives and stories that should be highlighted, as well as collaboration inquiries from researchers, historians, and cultural institutions. If you have research, archival materials, or stories you'd like to share, please reach out to us at [email]. We're always looking to expand our understanding and ensure we're telling the most complete story possible.

Our educational materials are designed for use in classrooms, presentations, and educational programming. If you'd like to use our materials in academic research, publications, exhibitions, or media projects, please contact us at [email] to discuss permissions and proper attribution. We're happy to support scholarly work that advances the understanding of Black fashion history.

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