Taniqua Martin shares a replay for her talk at the Historical Symposium hosted by Costumers of Color. Explore the hidden stories of Black fashion designers through archival detective work, highlighting the importance of black media and institutions in preserving cultural history.

Key Topics

• Archival research methods for Black fashion history
• The role of black media in preserving fashion stories
• Case studies of forgotten Black designers like Gus and Lucy, Booker T. Felder, Harry Young
• The importance of documenting and archiving Black fashion work
• Challenges in uncovering Black designers' stories

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Join Taniqua Martin in conversatoin with Dr. Chajuana Trawick Ferguson, a trailblazer in fashion education and history, as she shares her personal story, her work with the Black Design Collective, and her groundbreaking role at Lindenwood University. This episode highlights the importance of mentorship, evolving industry tech, and cultivating spaces for future Black fashion professionals.

Resources & Links:

• Black Design Collective
• Lindenwood University Fashion Program

Connect with Dr. Ferguson:

• LinkedIn

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In this conversation, Taniqua Martin speaks with Dr. Dyese Matthews about her journey from a childhood influenced by her mother's fashion sense to her academic pursuits in fashion history. She discusses the importance of recognizing and preserving Black fashion narratives, particularly through her project, Noir Narratives. The conversation also touches on the role of technology in fashion education and the responsibility of educators to prepare students for a rapidly changing industry. Dr. Matthews emphasizes the need for more representation of Black stories in fashion history and the importance of community engagement in academia.

Learn more about Dr. Matthews & Noire Narratives: https://www.instagram.com/noirenarratives/

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