February 4, 2025 Black Culture’s Impact on Fashion
The importance of Black culture’s impact on fashion is simply undeniable.
We’ve shared some of the most popular trends before, like hoop earrings, nail art, and streetwear, and sneaker culture, logomania, and oversized clothing.
But the list is far from done. Consider this Part 3. Here are three more styles and fashion pieces we all know and love.
Athleisure
Black culture gets credit for perfectly blending athletic pieces with casual wear to create the athleisure look. The style naturally evolved from earlier trends in sportswear and high-end streetwear, and was then made popular by Black athletes, musicians, and fashion influencers.
We can’t imagine our closets without this style now.
Bucket Hats
We can thank the 1980’s hip-hop community for the popularity of the bucket hat. Music performers like LL Cool J and Run DMC took this hat style from fishing to fashion.
Over time, the bucket hat has become a versatile statement piece, worn in different fabrics and patterns.
Nameplate Necklaces
Although many weren’t introduced to the nameplate necklace until the late 1990s with the “Carrie necklace” from Sex & the City, this fashion piece went much further back.
Along with nameplate earrings, it had been popular in Black and Latino cultures since the 1970s, specifically in New York.
50 years later, this jewelry piece still remains popular.
Black culture’s impact on fashion goes way beyond these 9 pieces, but these are some we consider essentials in our wardrobes. Which are your favorites?