5 Black Owned Luxury Brands That Are Changing the World of Luxury.

Brother Vellies

Founded in 2013, Brother Vellies had a dual goal: to keep African design practices and techniques alive, while creating an environment that helps sustain artisanal jobs. The luxury accessories they create are now handmade around the world, with timeless designs celebrating a very particular history. 

Hanifa

Featured in some of the most renowned publications in the world of high fashion and media outlets—Vogue and Elle to name just a couple—Hanifa was created to accompany a woman’s journey through life, one that is limitless. Their feminine designs feature off-the-rack collections for sizes up to 20, and they incorporate enthralling patterns, outspoken colours and unique textures to bring to life what is truly a one-of-a-kind vision. 

LaQuan Smith

Since debuting in 2013, Laquan Smith started off with “LaQuan Smith 3D Leggings”. From there, things only grew bigger and bigger. Soon, celebrities started to wear them—catching the eyes of Beyonce, Rihanna and more—and since then the brand has branched out to now offer an endless source of distinctive garments and accessories. 

Fe Noel 

Brooklyn based Fe Noel, founded by Felisha “Fe” Noel, has a simple, but magical philosophy: make life beautiful. The womenswear designer has managed to produce in her fashion an alchemy of culture and glamour, practicality, and sensuality. From dresses to swimwear, bodysuits to skirts and pants, Fe Noel gives women around the world the chance to embrace and celebrate their femininity.

Fenty

Founded by Robyn Rihanna Fenty, the brand ushers a wave of inclusivity grounded in the values of freedom, defiance, and culture. Fenty reflects Rihanna’s personal style, character and experiences, and the fact that it has taken hold in this industry is testament to how design can connect people no matter how far and makes them feel part of a greater collective. Fenty is a new era of luxury, a new facet of a woman, and a new expression of timeless voices.