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Black In Fashion: Culture, Industry, Impact, and Identity: A Conversation with Tonya Blazio-Licorish
12/19/2024
Black In Fashion: Culture, Industry, Impact, and Identity: A Conversation with Tonya Blazio-Licorish
Support Black Style Anecdotes by joining . Get special merch, bonus content, and more!* In this special bonus episode I chat with Archives Editor, about her WWD book, and her personal style. Tonya is a fashion historian, author, and archivist, so it was a treat to do a deep dive into the intersection of style, history, and Black culture with her. We discuss the Women's Wear Daily archive and how it sheds light on untold stories of Black influence in fashion. From Josephine Baker’s early impact on hosiery trends to the evolution of streetwear, the conversation explores how fashion has always been a powerful tool for Black self-expression and cultural movement. Tune in to hear about pivotal moments, influential figures, how Black designers and creatives continue to shape the fashion world today, and more. Plus, discover Tonya’s personal style journey, her favorite vintage finds, and the importance of wearing what makes you feel happy. Purchase your copy of . Follow Tonya on and , and visit her ! Check out WWD's amd . Give this episode a listen, rate BSA on or , and share it with a friend. Sign up for the Black Style Notes newsletter. Connect with Black Style Anecdotes on , , and . Shop BSA !
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