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Home · Fashion Week

Black Style Now: Forty Fab Fashion Bloggers

A who's who of the most influential fashion bloggers of color today.
By · Updated October 28, 2020
01
Karen Blanchard

Who: Karen Blanchard
What: A journey through the beautiful Brits’ gorgeous wardrobe and eye-catching pics of other folks who are just as stylish, captured by her lens.
Where: Where Did U Get That? and Where Did U Get That Street?
Why: From her effortlessly chic style to her eclectic selections, Blanchard keeps us asking ’Where’d you get that?’ And luckily she always has the answer!

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Travis Gumbs and Joshua Kissi

Who: Travis Gumbs and Joshua Kissi
What: Sartorial street style at its finest.
Where: Street Etiquette
Why: Created by two stylish guys who reside in the urban world of NYC, Street Etiquette is an online bridge to the fashion world as seen through their eyes.


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03
Oroma Elewa

Who: Oroma Elewa
What: Style and culture enthusiast bringing all things African to a global audience.
Where: The Pop’Africana Blog and Oroma’s Therapy.com
Why: An insightful and thorough resource of African culture — from film to fashion.


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04
Solange Knowles

Who: Solange Knowles
What: Solange and her bold, colorful duds.
Where: My Damn Blog
Why: Solo keeps it pretty, sexy and cool all while getting her passport stamped. Keep up with her daily style as contributing blogger on VOGUE UK’s ‘What I’m Wearing’ blog.


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05
Claire Sulmers

Who: Claire Sulmers
What: A fun, star-studded style blog that shows readers how to get their glam on and stay in tune with urban pop culture.
Where: The Fashion Bomb Daily
Why: Sulmers’ motto remains true, she consistently serves up “all urban fashion…all the time” making her the go-to source for all fashionistas.


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06
Jason Campbell

Who: Jason Campbell
What: Savvy, sophisticated fashion news from an insider’s perspective.
Where: JC Report
Why: Call him the insiders’ insider! Campbell and his cadre of reporters truly give you a peek into what’s going on around the global fashion scene.


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07
Tamu McPherson

Who: Tamu McPherson
What: Street style photographer and blogger.
Where: All The Pretty Birds
Why: You can find her outside every major fashion show from New York, Milan, to Paris. She is also a contributor to Harper’s Bazaar.


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08
Gabi Gregg

Who: Gabi Gregg
What: Chic posts on how to flaunt your curves with flair!
Where: Gabi Fresh
Why: We love Gabi. Her fun, effervescent take on style and beauty makes her blog a must-read for any girl – but especially for the fashion-forward girl with curves!


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09
Zandile Blay

Who: Zandile Blay
What: Fashion editrix and blogger extraordinaire.
Where: Africa Style Daily
and The Blay Report
Why: Blay balances her refined editor savvy with an up-to-the-moment blogger-style feed on African style, culture and all things haute in fashion.


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10
Lynecia Burgess

Who: Lynecia Burgess
What: Thoughtful, intuitive stories about style and her native continent, Africa.
Where: Africa Style Daily
Why: Burgess and the reporters behind ASD provide thoughtful and informative reportage on African style stories.


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11
Guerre

Who: Guerre
What: Capturing street swag and bold style.
Where: Guerreisms
Why: Guerre hits the hottest fashion capitals to capture the most scorching street style.


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12
Shala Monroque

Who: Shala Monroque
What: The art of style.
Where: Shala’s Rabbit Hole
Why: We’re inspired by the well-rounded, worldly and oh-so-chic art maven’s colorful style captured at exclusive industry fetes.


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13
Marian Kihogo

Who: Marian Kihogo
What: Style blog that covers the hottest looks, from the catwalk to the streets.
Where: Marian Kihogo
Why: Kihogo’s blog is a comprehensive fashion, beauty, and personal style blog that features urban and mainstream news.


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14
Kenya Hunt

Who: Kenya Hunt
What: Style Director of Metro International newspapers and a contributor to Vogue.it.
Where: Kenya’s Style Hunt and Mod Mods
Why: Globetrotting and reporting simultaneously from New York and Europe, Hunt brings a worldwide fashion perspective to the worldwide web.


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15
Jared Michael Lowe

Who: Jared Michael Lowe
What: Up-to-the-minute fashion news.
Where: The Lowe Factor
Why: Lowe adds a fresh, dynamic – and above all – well-reported voice to the fray!


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16
Natasha Ndlovu

Who: Natasha Ndlovu
What: Inspirations from a Euro-chic beauty.
Where: Snow Black Blog
Why: Travel with Ndlovu in style, as she jetsets from New York to Switzerland to Amsterdam between posts, ever-so-chicly.


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17
Nana Brew-Hammond

Who: Nana Brew-Hammond
What: Stylish Author and Bluefly blogger extraordinaire.
Where: Fly and Mighty
Why: From runway trends to red carpet fashion, Brew-Hammond leads the pack on Bluefly’s popular style blog.


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18
Sian Pierre Regis

Who: Sian-Pierre Regis
What: Profiling swagger from Paris to New York
Where: Swagger New York
Why: (-sP) has serious style, and swagger, of course. His blog captures it all.


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19
Folasade Adeoso

Who: Folasade Adeoso
What: Fierce fashions from a brown beauty.
Where: Love Fola
Why: Her fearless fashions and retro references make the perfect inspirational blog.


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20
Catherine Kallon

Who: Catherine Kallon
What: Savvy and timely posts on what the hottest starlets are rocking on the red carpet.
Where: Red Carpet Fashion Awards
Why: This African-born, London-bred beauty is on it! Her timely posts on what celebs wore makes her an indispensable resource for the fashion community.


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21
Daisy Lewellyn

Who: Daisy Lewellyn
What: The smart and savvy shopper.
Where: Daisy Lewellyn Blog
Why: We all love to be chic for cheap and Lewellyn is the resident “Queen of Effortless Chic,” who will show you how to get a look for less.


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22
Patrice Williams

Who: Patrice Williams
What: The dollar diva.
Where: Looking Fly on a Dime
Why: Who doesn’t want to look fly on a dime? Williams’ shopping skills has landed her the official role of “Savvy Shopper Reporter” for WPIX-TV NY and sharing some of that savvy on The Nate Berkus show.


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23
Crystal Hines

Who: Crystal Hines
What: Fashion ammunition.
Where: AMMO Magazine
Why: One of the purveyors in online fashion magazines, AMMO compiles a well-curated selection of what’s hot in fashion while staying abreast of what’s under the radar.


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24
Kathryn Finney

Who: Kathryn Finney
What: Showing you how to look runway fresh on a retail budget.
Where: The Budget Fashionista
Why: They don’t call her the Oprah of the Internet for nothing! This budget-smart beauty not only makes her followers feel stylish, she makes them feel inspired.


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25
Samantha Smikle

Who: Samantha Smikle
What: A fresh, quirky take on what’s hot right now.
Where: OMO Writes
Why: We love this fresh-faced beauty’s invigorating take on style.


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26
Kadeem Johnson

Who: Kadeem Johnson
What: A personal style blog by the student and photog K John La Soul.
Where: K.john_LaSoul
Why: His original street style has been recognized by GQ Magazine and The Huffington Post — among other key publications.


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27
Folake Kuye Huntoon

Who: Folake Kuye Huntoon
What: A pantry of fashion, music, and all things stylish.
Where: Style Pantry
Why: Style Pantry showcases the hottest trends — it’s a hip one-stop shop.


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28
Najwa Moses

Who: Najwa Moses
What: Bold, cutting-edge observations and commentary on all things style from celebrity to products.
Where: Styleaholics
Why: Moses is a trendsetter in more ways than one. The fashionista was one of the first to land in the blogosphere and has been marching to the beat of her own drum ever since!


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29
Jessica Andrew & Andrea Arterbery

Who: Andrea Arterbery and Jessica Andrews
What: Fun and fab reports on style and beauty!
Where: Glamazons
Why: This dynamic duo inject a fierce vibe to the blogosphere and show that girl power is still a force to be reckoned with.


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30
Christina Brown

Who: Christina Brown
What: Inspired style blogging for the woman with curves.
Where: Love Brown Sugar
Why: We love this girl’s personal style and how she breaks it down for the rest of the curvy girls.


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31
Jessie Norton

Who: Jessie Norton
What: A fun fashion blog of her creative personal style.
Where: Our Delusional Minds
Why: We love her energy, passion for fashion, and her fiery, fierce look.


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32
Kareem Anglin

Who: Kareem Anglin
What: Sophisticated musings on men’s style, fitness and spirituality.
Where: Male Style Review
Why: Mr. MSR doesn’t just talk the talk, he walks it with style and grace in a tailored and refined wardrobe.


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33
Fajr Muhammed

Who: Fajr Muhammed
What: A fresh way to rethink style and rethink life.
Where: Stylish Thought
Why: Stylish Thought expresses Fajr’s love for fashion, beauty, and lifestyle with a bit of retro flair that we love.


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34
Jazzi Mc G

Who: Jazzi McGilbert
What: LA born, New York marinated fashion blogger.
Where: Jazzi McG
Why: Jazzi McG is a blog showcasing her creative and eclectic personal style. She adds an interesting fashion perspective to the LA lifestyle.


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35
Ludget Delcy

Who: Ludget Delcy
What: A cool, street style and personal style blog.
Where: Dapper Lou
Why: He is known for his impeccable taste and downtown cool style.


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36
Mattie

Who: Mattie
What: The adventure to finding your own personal style.
Where: Mattieologie
Why: Mattie’s blog is young, fresh, and feminine. She encourages you to find your own.


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37
Joy Adaeze

Who: Joy Adaeze
What: Daily style chronicles.
Where: Joy Loves Fashion
Why: A fun peak chronicling her creative ensembles.


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38
Teena Leone

Who: Teena Leone
What: A current representation of celebrity and designer fashion.
Where: Fashion for Breakfast
Why: Haute couture with a side of bacon, eggs, and home fries.


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39
Annette King

Who: Annette King
What: How to work it on a budget.
Where: Budget Chic
Why: A stylish mom shows you how to be nothing short of chic while working within a budget. We love that she represents real women.


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40
LaToya Scott Brown

Who: LaToya Scott Brown of Candy Apple
What: Brassy, ballsy thoughts on style, love and relationship thats a little sweet and a lot bitter.
Where: www.candyapplemag.com
Why: Call her the original ‘pit-bull-in-a-skirt!’ This gorgeous sweet as pie looking Editrix is as spicy as they come in her style and love musings.


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41
Mattie

Who: Mattie
What: The adventure to finding your own personal style.
Where: Mattieologie
Why: Mattie’s blog is young, fresh, and feminine. She encourages you to find your own personal style and individuality.


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42
Misha Palmer

Who: Misha Palmer
What: Red Carpet meets Sidewalk
Where: www.thefabchick.com
Why: Fab indeed. Misha keeps us up to date on celeb styles, and indulges us with her own style and closet wish list!


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43
Chalya

Who: Chalya
What: Fashion as art.
Where: http://chalya.tumblr.com
Why: Chalya’s blog not only features fashion, but it introduces viewers to the sources of inspiration. Following this blog, you will learn to view everything from food, to photography, to wall colors, as inspiration for fashion.


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44
Kitty Bradshaw

Who: Kitty Bradshaw of Kitty Bradshaw
What: New York Life from a California Perspective.
Where: www.kittybradshaw.com
Why: Kitty keeps it real, and engages her readers with sincerity, and a fierce, fiery grace.


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45
Saneeta Harris

Who: Saneeta Harris of Chic Inspector
What: Fashion and beauty blog for every woman.
Where: www.chicinspector.com
Why: Saneeta inspects style from every angle.


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46
Rae Holliday and Gabriel Williams

Who: Rae and Gabe of Stuff Fly People Like
What: To two young Brooklyn residents reporting on fly stuff.
Where: www.stuffflypeoplelike.com
Why: It’s obvious that the duo is fly themselves. Their cutting edge style and wit is what brings their readers back day after day.


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47
Lori

Who: Lori of His Her Chicago
What: Quirky, funky, fashionista living in Chi town.
Where: www.hisherschicago.com
Why: Vintage expert with an enthusiasm for fashion and style.


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48
Nikole Crowe

Who: Nikole Crowe
What: Hair. Healthy and Chic.
Where: www.moptopmaven.blogspot.com
Why: Fashion is head to toe, and while most bloggers focus on the neckline down, Nicole narrows in on the locks. This blog emphasizes the importance of healthy hair, and shows you some new ways to sport your ‘do!


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49
Channing Hargrove

Who: Channing in the City blogger, Channing Hargrove
What: Fun, fresh and beautiful blogging on style and beauty.
Where: Catch this dynamic diva’s work on www.channinginthecity.com, and www.theblayreport.com.


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50
Alicia

Who: Alicia of Inny Vinny
What: A vintage inspired fashion and shopping blog.
Where: www. Innyvinny.com
Why: Alicia keeps it real, and says whatever is on her mind at the time. She gives a fashion and trend advice on her favorite finds.


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51
Inez

Who: Inez of Style Chic 360
What: Looking at the fashion industry at every angle
Where: www.stylechic360.com
Why: She is a lover of fashion, and everything girly. Her blog showcases the evolution of her style and she aims to inspire her readers.


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52
Alissa Wilson

Who: Alissa Wilson of Stylish Curves
What: Bridging the gap between straight and plus sizes.
Where: www. stylishcurves.net
Why: Curvy, and fabulous. Alissa’s blog Stylish Curves shows you know she works her figure, and gives tips to ladies with curves.


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53
Fajr Muhammed

Who: Fajr Muhammed
What: A fresh way to rethink style and rethink life.
Where: Stylish Thought
Why: Stylish Thought expresses Fajr’s love for fashion, beauty, and lifestyle with a bit of retro flair that we love.


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54
Joy Adaese

Who: Joy Adaeze of Joy Loves Fashion
What: A fashion stylist bringing her fashion perspective to the web.
Where: www.joylovesfashion.com
Why: This website/blog was created as the ultimate fashion and style resource full of fashion tips, trend reports and pictures/videos.


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55
Karen Blanchard

Who: Karen Blanchard of Where Did U Get That
What: A pictorial journey through the beautiful Brits’ gorgeous wardrobe.
Where: www.wheredidugetthat.com
Why: From her effortlessly chic style to her eclectic selections, Blanchard keeps us asking ’Where’d you get that,’ but luckily always answers!


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56
Celia Smith

Who: Celia Smith of A Fraction of Fashion
What: Offering a piece of her personal style in a saturated industry.
Where: www. afractionoffashion.blogspot.com
Why: Celia’s personal style has been featured in Vogue.it and Paper magazine.


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57
Samantha Smikle

Who: Samantha Smikle of O.M.O Writes
What: A fresh, quirky take on what’s hot right now.
Where: http://www.omowrites.blogspot.com.
Why: We love this fresh-faced beauty’s invigorating take on style.


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58
Andrea Arterbery & Jessica Andrews

Who: Andrea Aterbery and Jessica Andrews of The Glamazons.
What: Fun and fab reports on style and beauty!
Where: www.glamazonsblog.com.
Why: This dynamic duo inject a fierce vibe to the blogosphere and show that girl power is still a force to be reckoned with!


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