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Darly Date: September 10, 1772 Medium: Etching on paper Dimensions: Height: 176 mm; Width: 125 mm Collection: The British Museum, Prints and Drawings Accession Number: 1915,0313.174 Location: London, United Kingdom Public Domain: Yes Image Source: British Museum Visual Description: This 18th-century print features Julius Soubise, a formerly enslaved Afro-Caribbean man who rose to prominence in British high society. Dressed in lavish, tailored garments typical of a “macaroni” (a term for fashion-forward men), he’s shown mid-stride with a cane and sword, exuding style and swagger. Contextual Significance: The label “Mungo” was often used as a racialized caricature of Black men in servant roles. This satirical title A Mungo Macaroni throws shade at Soubise’s unapologetic luxury and elegance. But despite the mockery, this moment captured something rare for the time: a free Black man living visibly, fashionably, and loudly in 1770s England. Cultural Impact: Soubise became one of the earliest known Black British dandies, and this image reveals just how threatened society was by that. It’s a testament to how fashion has always been used by Black folks not just to look fly but to declare presence, power, and pride in a world that tried to erase them. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/1cde213a-0eae-49f0-9f63-a929414643a2/Screen+Shot+2025-05-04+at+2.08.13+AM.png Dandyism - Origins: The History of the Black Dandy Title: Portrait of Christiaan van Molhoop Artist: Ozias Humphry (1742–1810) Date: circa 1795 Medium: Pastel on paper Dimensions: Approx. 23 x 18 inches (58.4 x 45.7 cm) Collection: Private collection (formerly attributed to Yale Center for British Art) Image Source: Public domain, available via Wikimedia Commons and various historical art databases Visual Description: Christiaan van Molhoop is depicted in lavish military-style dress, with a red, white, and blue turban adorned with plumes, a powdered ruffle at the neck, and an intense, confident gaze. His uniform-style jacket, sharp posture, and dramatic sky setting all contribute to a sense of power and presence. Contextual Significance: Though little is known about Christiaan van Molhoop’s personal history, portraits like this challenge dominant historical narratives that exclude Black presence from European high society and portraiture. The opulence of his dress, paired with the assertiveness of his stance, signals a life lived on one’s own terms, even in a world structured by colonial hierarchy. Cultural Impact: This portrait is a rare and radical example of Black European visibility in the late 18th century. The styling and gaze speak to early Black dandyism and visual resistance, using fashion to assert worth, intellect, and individuality in a time that systematically denied it. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/aa883bc1-0506-4f73-ba69-4ff0e3beaadf/Dandy_Jim_480x480.jpg Dandyism - Origins: The History of the Black Dandy Title: Dandy Jim, From Caroline (Sheet Music Cover) Performer: Virginia Minstrels Arranged by: J.T. Norton, R.A.M. Date: 1844 Medium: Lithograph on paper Dimensions: Standard sheet music size (approx. 10.5 x 13.5 in) Publisher: Philadelphia: Geo. Willig Collection: Public domain, U.S. Library of Congress and other historical archives Visual Description: This lithograph features a caricature of a Black man in exaggerated dandy attire, top hat, checkered trousers, waistcoat, and gloves, posed with a theatrical lean and an exaggerated expression. In the background, white figures waltz or play instruments, reinforcing minstrel tropes of the era. Contextual Significance: “Dandy Jim” was a popular minstrel character that emerged during the 19th century through blackface performance. The figure of the Black dandy, distorted here for ridicule, was a racialized archetype intended to mock Black aspiration, style, and intellect. It borrowed from real-life Black fashion and elegance while weaponizing it against Black humanity. Cultural Impact: This image captures how the Black dandy was co-opted, distorted, and mocked within white supremacist entertainment. At the same time, its very existence testifies to the presence of actual Black dandy figures who were so fly they had to be mocked to be contained. The print invites a critique of representation, resistance, and the ongoing battle over who gets to be seen as refined, aspirational, or worthy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/db28e89f-5274-4aba-ba36-4d2cf23e26eb/AD_4nXe5iC8Vg-FWe3W0NOQFW9XnvsXIRS3-tJVVSwspuwj44cSLq7E_drR_hKEGnf3vJGkRcnAyrVRwjtG0rE_CrrDFNg6YcqJ0KKBM56CXla8bjOi0iSQUw9LI.png Dandyism - Origins: The History of the Black Dandy Title: Frederick Douglass Portrait Photographer: Unknown Date: c. 1870s–1890s Source: Public domain image courtesy of the U.S. National Archives Description: Frederick Douglass, one of the most photographed men of the 19th century, was a master of image-making. Through carefully curated portraits in sharp suits and formal attire, Douglass challenged racist caricatures of Black people and asserted dignity, intellect, and self-possession. His sartorial choices were a calculated form of political resistance, underscoring how clothing could be used to confront oppression and demand recognition of full humanity. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/97dc024a-5ee4-49c3-9016-ebc74a81357f/blues-singer-and-pianist-gladys-bentley-poses-for-a-news-photo-1680018030.jpg Dandyism - Origins: The History of the Black Dandy Title: Gladys Bentley Performing at a Harlem Nightclub Subject: Gladys Bentley Date: Circa 1930s Photographer: Unknown Description: This powerful black-and-white image captures Gladys Bentley, a trailblazing Harlem Renaissance performer, in a signature tuxedo and top hat. Bentley, a gender-nonconforming lesbian blues singer and pianist, was known for her deep voice, commanding presence, and unapologetic queerness. Her style and defiance of gender norms positioned her as a foundational figure in Black dandyism and queer performance culture. Source: Public domain / Historical archive (often credited through Jet, The New York Public Library, or Schomburg Center) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/60583245-fb82-4151-ad54-eeb5f615d8d0/Screen+Shot+2025-05-04+at+2.48.09+PM.png Dandyism - Origins: The History of the Black Dandy Title: James Baldwin in San Francisco Photographer: Stephen Shames Date: 1969 Medium: Black and white photograph Dimensions: Varies by edition Location: San Francisco, California Collection: Stephen Shames / Polaris Image Source: Licensed via Polaris or available in select public archives under fair use for educational purposes Public Domain: No – Copyright retained by photographer; educational fair use applies with credit Visual Description: James Baldwin stands in a textured plaid blazer, bold patterned tie, velvet trousers, and oversized sunglasses. A cigarette dangles from his fingers as he gazes into the distance, sharp and steady. His posture and styling are quiet declarations of poise, queerness, and refusal. Contextual Significance: Photographed during a pivotal time of political unrest and cultural transformation, Baldwin’s outfit is more than fashion—it’s armor. In 1969 San Francisco, where Black Power and queer liberation movements were rising, Baldwin’s presence was a living manifesto. His suit speaks intellect. His shades speak privacy. His tie? Pure drama and intention. Cultural Impact: Baldwin dressed like he wrote: with clarity, contradiction, and flair. His aesthetic of sharp tailoring and expressive accessories challenged norms of Black masculinity, embracing a dandyism that was intellectual, queer, and radical. This image isn't just style—it's a syllabus. https://www.blackgirlsknowbest.org/dandyism/digi-media-culture monthly 0.5 2025-05-04 https://www.blackgirlsknowbest.org/dandyism/project-three-sng7y-gw5ns monthly 0.5 2025-05-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/048d122e-a57a-46e9-88f9-aae7cf1a3c74/Brittany_Mona_My+Mama+And+Her+Girlfriends+%281%29+%281%29.jpg Dandyism - Portraiture & Fine Art Artist: Brittany Moná (Moh-Nay) (She/They) Title: “My Mama And Her Girlfriends” Medium: Analog Collage, hand cut from magazines Year: 2025 IG Handle: @Brittanymonacreates Description: A tribute to the sacred sisterhood shared among Black women. Artist Bio: Brittany Moná is a multidisciplinary artist based in Maryland, specializing in abstract portraiture that explores and celebrates the complexity of the Black diaspora. Their work celebrates the complexity of the Black Diaspora. Collection/Ownership: Artist's private collection (as of 2025) Visual Description: Three Black women stand confidently, styled in jumpsuits and playful color-blocked outfits. They pose against a lush and symbolic collage backdrop, vibrant fruit, flowers, books, stacked images, and ancestral photography layered throughout. A framed photo of another trio (possibly from the 1950s or 60s) sits at their feet, visually linking past and present sisterhood. A cutout text in the collage reads “Dare To Be You,” reinforcing the themes of joy, self-expression, and belonging. Thematic Significance: This piece functions as both visual archive and speculative memory. It weaves the everyday beauty of Black girl/womanhood with Afro-surrealist visual language. The outfits and confident poses reflect Black dandy aesthetics, tailored, intentional, and full of flair while the vintage photo nods to the intergenerational transmission of style, confidence, and care. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/46f00d23-9799-42ad-8ffc-f7238d42cb17/i-am-not-your-negro-quilt-resized.jpg Dandyism - Portraiture & Fine Art Title: I Am Not Your Negro Artist: Bisa Butler Year: 2019 Medium: Quilted and appliquéd cotton, wool, and chiffon Dimensions: Approx. 78 x 58 inches Collection: Private Collection Exhibition History: This work has been exhibited as part of Butler’s major solo shows, including “Bisa Butler: Portraits” at the Art Institute of Chicago and the Katonah Museum of Art. Visual Description: A seated Black man in a vibrant suit—crafted from African wax prints, plaids, and ornate patterns—rests his face on one hand in a contemplative pose. His jacket is neon-laced green and blue, pants a rich tapestry of orange, purple, and red, while a tilted fedora rests beside him. The pink background echoes a classic damask pattern, reinterpreted through Butler’s textile artistry. Contextual Significance: This piece is a tribute to the dignity, beauty, and defiant style of Black men often erased or flattened in dominant narratives. Titled after James Baldwin’s unfinished manuscript *Remember This House*—adapted into the 2016 documentary *I Am Not Your Negro*—Butler’s portrait reclaims space, refusing caricature and insisting on complexity. Artist Bio: Bisa Butler is a contemporary African American artist known for her vivid textile portraits. Working primarily with fabric, she reimagines Black photographic archives into large-scale quilts that bridge fine art and craft, paying homage to African American life, resistance, and fashion. IG Handle: @bisabutler https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/2d2cf2fe-4600-4da9-8ae1-ac4928fa8a01/491441124_18503220373000941_1956914903562712700_n.jpg Dandyism - Portraiture & Fine Art Title: Dandy Chic Illustration Artist: Hayden Williams Date: April 2025 Medium: Digital Illustration Dimensions: Not applicable (digital artwork) Source: Hayden Williams (@hayden_williams) on Instagram Rights: All rights reserved to the artist Visual Description: This striking digital fashion illustration features a glamorous Black woman styled in exaggerated dandy flair. She wears a structured velvet teal blazer with sharp lapels, paired with wide-legged plaid trousers and a bold red hat with a feather. A sweeping brocade-lined cape and a cane add dramatic effect, blending maximalism with regal confidence. Cultural Context: Hayden Williams’ fashion illustrations often celebrate Black femininity, elegance, and fantasy. This piece evokes the aesthetic of the Black dandy, reimagined with high-fashion glamour. The look’s bold tailoring, rich fabrics, and accessorized extravagance channel the tradition of sartorial rebellion that Black dandies have long embodied. Impact: Williams’ work brings Black fashion fantasy into the digital age, reclaiming visual space and agency through character design. The hyper-stylized image reminds us that Black dandyism isn’t just about what you wear, it’s about daring to be seen, admired, and unapologetically fabulous. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/d4ff46a4-2273-43ed-81da-b06e90d91536/bisa-butler-TheWhirlwind-det.jpg Dandyism - Portraiture & Fine Art Artist: Frederick Douglass by Bisa Butler Title: The Storm, the Whirlwind, and the Earthquake Year: 2020 Medium: Quilted and appliquéd cotton, wool, and chiffon Dimensions: 108 x 72 inches Collection: The Art Institute of Chicago Description: In this vibrant portrait quilt, Bisa Butler reimagines Frederick Douglass as a modern-day icon of resistance, dignity, and self-possession. Drawing on African textiles and intricate quilting techniques, Butler pays tribute to Douglass’s strategic use of portraiture to craft a radical Black visual identity. The title references Douglass’s fiery speech calling for abolition through action, and the work fuses bold color, historical symbolism, and textured fabrics to convey the urgency and legacy of Black liberation movements. https://www.blackgirlsknowbest.org/dandyism/from-the-people-for-the-people monthly 0.5 2025-12-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/70d7eb59-8f09-477c-8133-962078dcf5c7/IMG_1066+%281%29.jpeg Dandyism - From the People / For the People Anita Dickens https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/261645a5-d475-48b5-b33d-81686dd2fc95/_FP_0190-done+%281%29.jpg Dandyism - From the People / For the People Lynette Lashawn https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/6d5110ef-8ef8-4830-980f-38e4ae23eca9/IMG_2939+%281%29.png Dandyism - From the People / For the People Jakira Scott https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/9c2923d8-24c5-4aed-be89-64280d4b3e8f/Screen+Shot+2025-05-11+at+12.55.12+PM.png Dandyism - From the People / For the People Arieal Lynnore https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/cb66f861-70f0-4f98-b93d-66c64c57c299/Cheryl%2B_Dandyism+%281%29.jpg Dandyism - From the People / For the People Cheryl Green https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/ab206c71-89ba-4b75-9ca7-fb01c348d89c/Screen+Shot+2025-12-04+at+7.48.24+PM.png Dandyism - From the People / For the People Ashley B. Chew https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/4cc75266-bc58-492c-9910-bceb831ba7da/SnapInsta.to_414275067_1289558345051331_1798982816649024820_n.jpg Dandyism - From the People / For the People Nissy Marie https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/76f2567a-41ac-4526-9034-ee1472a5c945/InShot_20250508_164639893.jpeg Dandyism - From the People / For the People Nicole Brito https://www.blackgirlsknowbest.org/dandyism/project-two-ky966-falas monthly 0.5 2025-05-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/1746349203020-BVSI4F1HTL1H07OIRSG6/Screen%2BShot%2B2025-05-04%2Bat%2B3.58.27%2BAM.jpg Dandyism - Runway Royalty Title: Naomi Campbell on the Runway Model: Naomi Campbell Designer: Vivienne Westwood Collection: Fall/Winter 1995 Ready-to-Wear Photographer: Unknown (Runway photography) Year: 1995 Look: Sharp tailored gray skirt suit with exaggerated hips, bowtie, crisp white shirt, knee-high white boots, and a tilted red-and-black stacked felt hat Visual Description: Naomi Campbell struts down the runway exuding hyper-femme confidence and dandy energy, wearing a sharply tailored ensemble inspired by Edwardian and Regency men’s fashion. The cinched waist and padded hips echo historical silhouettes with a radical, empowered twist. The cherry-on-top? A theatrical red hat worn at a defiant tilt. Contextual Notes: Vivienne Westwood’s FW95 collection was a celebration of 18th-century dandies and British tailoring filtered through her punk sensibility. Naomi’s look flips gendered fashion on its head, placing a Black woman at the center of a narrative often reserved for white aristocracy and European effeminacy. It’s a visual assertion of fashion as power, performance, and rebellion. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/97fa2796-30ec-44f7-a4b3-abcdf5e780eb/491441582_18246330454303994_1887272750853759183_n.jpg Dandyism - Runway Royalty https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/6c7e5e8e-2de6-4952-923f-9bc2785d6e58/491443255_18246330427303994_8513987363211082846_n.jpg Dandyism - Runway Royalty https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/327e69cf-ac63-4ee5-972b-199150acb77a/491443302_18246330391303994_8924134731747006675_n.jpg Dandyism - Runway Royalty https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/710f99dd-aaf0-417f-ad1d-a9b9c58ba385/491444181_18246330445303994_9216410453124188927_n.jpg Dandyism - Runway Royalty https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/62ee8c21-9c31-43bf-bd44-6e3ea58d370b/491450026_18246330418303994_7784742525660732907_n.jpg Dandyism - Runway Royalty https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/8e8bc41e-f6f1-4857-bbe4-93db9bb6abd5/491452775_18246330400303994_7232816170016075783_n.jpg Dandyism - Runway Royalty https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/ee75becf-6a44-4381-b838-8a3035f33f8c/491453979_18246330463303994_3525029070487912_n.jpg Dandyism - Runway Royalty https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/abff1bd5-f292-4f4a-affc-cd2e7e6c1566/493998807_18246330436303994_1422096705972642648_n.jpg Dandyism - Runway Royalty https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/f76fd554-1d25-4861-aa57-272fac64bd6c/494477470_18246330409303994_3582014765133197745_n.jpg Dandyism - Runway Royalty https://www.blackgirlsknowbest.org/dandyism/magazine-covers-editorials monthly 0.5 2025-05-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/477b6353-5555-4dfd-ab58-0d2223a6494b/0466_EBCOV.jpg Dandyism - Magazine Covers & Editorials Ebony Magazine, April 1966 Cover Star: Sammy Davis Jr. Photographer: Unlisted (Johnson Publishing Company often used in-house photographers) Issue Date: April 1966 Publisher: Johnson Publishing Company Editor-in-Chief: Ebony founder John H. Johnson Language: English Format: Print magazine Dimensions: Approximately 8 x 10.75 inches Price at Publication: $0.50 USD Notable Content: This issue names Sammy Davis Jr. “The Busiest Man in Show Business” and explores his impact on entertainment, fashion, and culture. Other stories include Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s organizing in the North and a feature on Robert C. Weaver, the first Black person to hold a U.S. cabinet position. Visual Description: The cover shows Sammy Davis Jr. mid-stride in a sharply tailored blue suit, complete with a skinny tie, black dress shoes, and pinky rings. His style, stance, and smile reflect the ease and excellence he brought to every performance, and show how dandyism isn't just about clothes, it's about charisma and control. Cultural Impact: Sammy Davis Jr. was the blueprint. Long before fashion was a hashtag, he was mixing Hollywood flash with Harlem elegance. His swag was effortless, political, and always precise, reminding us that to be a Black dandy in the 60s was more than stylish, it was radical. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/8e736b4a-8d96-48ab-9d81-a52d4cc9d1a3/0775_EBCOV.jpg Dandyism - Magazine Covers & Editorials Ebony Magazine, July 1975 Cover Stars: The Temptations Photographer: Unlisted (likely in-house by Johnson Publishing Company) Issue Date: July 1975 Publisher: Johnson Publishing Company Editor-in-Chief: John H. Johnson Language: English Format: Print magazine Dimensions: Approximately 8 x 10.75 inches Price at Publication: $1.00 USD Notable Content: This issue features a vibrant cover story on The Temptations, one of Motown’s most iconic groups, as they evolve their style and sound in the mid-70s. Other headlines cover Alabama’s Black oil boom, hypnosis therapy, and reflections on masculinity. Visual Description: The Temptations are pictured in coordinated emerald green suits with exaggerated white piping, silky cravats, plaid vests, and crisp white loafers. Each member brings a different pose and attitude, combining unity, glamour, and that signature clean dandy sharpness rooted in Black performance traditions. Cultural Impact: This is Black dandyism in full effect. The Temptations weren’t just about vocals. They were about presentation, polish, and power. From their matching suits to their cool choreography, this look is a reminder that style has always been central to how Black musicians shaped culture. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/a782fbff-e04d-411f-b4b8-99b0f7fe1753/naomi-campbell-by-patrick-demarchelier-vogue-paris-august-1988.jpg Dandyism - Magazine Covers & Editorials Vogue Paris, August 1988 Cover Model: Naomi Campbell Photographer: Patrick Demarchelier Issue Date: August 1988 Issue Number: 688 Publisher: Condé Nast France Language: French Format: Print, glossy magazine Dimensions: Approximately 9 x 12 inches Page Count: Typically around 200 pages Notable Content: This issue is historically significant as it features Naomi Campbell as the first Black model to grace the cover of Vogue Paris, marking a pivotal moment in fashion history. Visual Description: The cover showcases Naomi Campbell in a poised and elegant stance, wearing a tailored navy ensemble complemented by a stylish hat adorned with a feather. Her confident gaze and the sophisticated styling embody the essence of Black dandyism, merging classic fashion elements with a bold, modern twist. Cultural Impact: This cover was major. Naomi made history as the first Black woman on the cover of Vogue Paris. This wasn’t just fashion, it was a full-on cultural shift. Seeing a dark-skinned Black girl serving elegance and power on a global stage was a game-changer. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/323b816d-f655-4613-8ccc-699edb56844e/0594_EBCOV+%281%29.jpg Dandyism - Magazine Covers & Editorials Ebony Magazine, May 1994 Cover Star: Toni Braxton Photographer: Unlisted (likely in-house at Johnson Publishing Company) Issue Date: May 1994 Publisher: Johnson Publishing Company Editor-in-Chief: Lerone Bennett Jr. Language: English Format: Print magazine Dimensions: Approximately 8 x 10.75 inches ISSN: 0012-9011 Notable Content: This issue features an in-depth cover story on Toni Braxton, then a breakout star navigating fame, media scrutiny, and personal growth. Inside: “100 Most Influential Black Americans,” a reflection on the Cosbys’ 30th anniversary, and a feature on Spike Lee’s evolving personal and professional life. Visual Description: Toni Braxton stuns in a deep wine-colored military-style suit, accented with gold statement buttons and a Versace-inspired tie printed with baroque medallions. Her slick short hair, confident stance, and Chanel chain belt give strong Black dandy energy, mixing luxury, gender play, and sharp tailoring into a look that still resonates decades later. Cultural Impact: This wasn’t just a fashion slay, it was strategic messaging. Toni gave soft masculinity meets high glam, proving that Black women can rewrite the rules of style without saying a word. It’s powerful, it’s luxe, and it’s unapologetically her. This is Black dandyism at its finest, on a national stage. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/43d15c28-49e3-4485-a530-a95fac2ff5cd/Screen+Shot+2025-05-04+at+2.48.45+AM.png Dandyism - Magazine Covers & Editorials Ebony Magazine, August 1972 – Page 26 Publisher: Johnson Publishing Company Editor-in-Chief: John H. Johnson Language: English Format: Print magazine Page Dimensions: Approximately 8 x 10.75 inches Page Number: 26 Content Description: This page features a split layout. The top half is dedicated to the Ebony Book Shelf, highlighting new and notable Black literature releases. Books featured include biographies, anthologies, and political commentaries by and about figures such as Marcus Garvey, W.E.B. Du Bois, Bayard Rustin, and James Baldwin. The bottom half is a full-page advertisement for Eleganza, a fashion brand catering to Black men. The ad promotes sharply tailored long coat suits, wide-leg slacks, bold buckle trousers, and dramatic platform heels. It markets the brand as “the boldest collection of dashing apparel and dramatic imported footwear anywhere.” The models wear distinctly flamboyant and stylish outfits, echoing the aesthetics of Black dandyism and 1970s street fashion. Visual Description: Two men pose confidently in sharply tailored outfits, one in a long trench-style coat with white piping, and another in a flared pant ensemble with a wide belt and decorative shirt. Featured products include 3-inch platform shoes and bold, heeled leather footwear. The visual is crisp, glamorous, and deeply rooted in 1970s Black fashion culture. Cultural Impact: This page is a snapshot of the radical self-expression that defined Black style in the 1970s. Eleganza wasn’t just about clothes, it was about owning your look, taking up space, and turning heads. Paired with a list of Black radical literature above, this layout reflects a key moment where fashion and political consciousness walked hand in hand. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/d4d273c8-4207-4ea5-bfb5-2bc12014fd7d/359778-elle-canada-cover-2013-january-4-issue.jpg Dandyism - Magazine Covers & Editorials Elle Canada, February 2013 Cover Star: Janelle Monáe Photographer: Max Abadian Issue Date: February 2013 Publisher: Transcontinental Media Language: English Format: Print, glossy magazine Dimensions: Approximately 8 x 10.5 inches Page Count: Approximately 160 pages Notable Content: This issue features a bold fashion editorial and interview with Janelle Monáe, highlighting her music career, personal style, and influence on contemporary culture. Visual Description: Janelle Monáe stands front and center in a sharp black-and-white look: white collared shirt, black tie, high-waisted pants, and suspenders. Her classic pompadour and red lip complete the look, radiating polish and power. The image is high contrast and high impact, crisp, stylish, and undeniably dandy. Cultural Impact: Janelle Monáe didn’t just bring dandyism back, she redefined it. On this cover, she’s serving tailored excellence while completely subverting gender norms. This was the moment she took the style conversations from niche to mainstream. For so many young Black femmes, she became the blueprint: proof that bowties, bold suits, and soft masculinity could be powerful, playful, and hella beautiful. https://www.blackgirlsknowbest.org/dandyism/the-peoples-commentary-archiving-black-style-reception monthly 0.5 2025-05-06 https://www.blackgirlsknowbest.org/dandyism/beyond-the-binary-queer-dandies monthly 0.5 2025-05-05 https://www.blackgirlsknowbest.org/dandyism/dandy-in-drag monthly 0.5 2025-05-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/c2ca07ef-dc21-40ca-8f01-ce7df50925aa/janelle-monae-covergirl.jpg Dandyism - Black Girl Dandyism / Femme Dandies Title: Janelle Monáe in CoverGirl Campaign Photographer: Nino Muñoz Date: 2012 Publication/Campaign: CoverGirl Advertisement Description: In this campaign image, Janelle Monáe defies mainstream beauty norms by embracing a tuxedo-inspired look—an homage to Black dandyism and gender non-conformity. Her signature pompadour and monochrome suit speak directly to her cultivated uniform of style, queerness, and futurism. This campaign marked a historic moment, as Monáe became one of the few openly queer Black women to be named a CoverGirl. Source: CoverGirl/Nino Muñoz (2012), widely circulated in press kits, online, and print ads. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/a742f622-2584-4af8-bf0c-0795d936e472/b538abf5b41a7dca7cb6976c0ce6da25.jpeg Dandyism - Black Girl Dandyism / Femme Dandies Title: Zaya Wade for Seventeen Magazine Model: Zaya Wade Photographer: Alex G. Harper Stylist: Lauren Alexis Fisher Publication: Seventeen Magazine Issue: February 2025 Description: Zaya Wade steps into the legacy of Black dandyism with a look that is as intentional as it is transformative. Dressed in an oversized pinstripe suit, sky-blue shirt, and coral tie, she queers tradition while paying homage to it. Her presence in this sartorial lineage as a Black trans girl radically expands the possibilities of who gets to wear a suit, and why. This image is not just about fashion; it's about freedom. Zaya reclaims the tailored silhouette, a garment historically associated with masculine power, and turns it into a statement of self-determination, girlhood, and grace. She reminds us that Black dandyism has always been about bending expectations, performing sovereignty, and dressing to declare: I am here. I am worthy. I am the future. Source: Seventeen Magazine, February 2025 Issue https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/c40a83e5-3eb2-4304-a35e-b72c35fa73db/Screen+Shot+2025-05-04+at+2.05.33+PM.png Dandyism - Black Girl Dandyism / Femme Dandies Title: Final Four Lookbook – A’ja Wilson Subject: A’ja Wilson Date: April 7, 2025 Photographer: @shotbyretro6 Styling: @picacasso Beauty: @madamemuse_beauty Outfit Concept & Coordination: @icontips Location: Undisclosed Medium: Digital photograph (Instagram post) Source: @aja22wilson on Instagram Public Platform: Instagram Visual Description: In this poised image, WNBA superstar A’ja Wilson stands confidently between two minimalist tables adorned with vibrant floral arrangements. She’s captured mid-motion, adjusting the collar of her structured crimson suit, which features dramatic tailoring with an asymmetrical hemline. Her black stilettos, sleek ponytail, and commanding pose exude elegance and strength, offering a fresh take on femme dandyism. Contextual Significance: Posted during NCAA Final Four weekend, this look extends Wilson’s long-standing fashion narrative as a modern-day femme dandy. The image breaks traditional boundaries of sportswear and femininity, showcasing Wilson’s ability to dominate both the court and the cultural conversation. Her look recalls a lineage of Black women and femmes who have used suiting to command space and style. Cultural Impact: This post sparked widespread acclaim, with users praising Wilson’s “never missed” fashion track record. It blends athletic prestige with sartorial excellence, reinforcing how Black women in sports are also setting the bar in fashion, narrative power, and visibility. A’ja’s look here isn’t just about clothes, it’s a declaration of control, curation, and cool. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67945f1da6007a0caa69d79b/1746390387536-EM24T3XJV1088CI23GRO/Screen%2BShot%2B2025-05-04%2Bat%2B3.07.12%2BPM.jpg Dandyism - Black Girl Dandyism / Femme Dandies Title: Founder & Executive Director Morgan at LISA Academy High School Graduation Date: May 2015 Photographer: Unknown Designer: Timothy Campbell (T. Camp Collection) Location: Little Rock, Arkansas Medium: Digital photograph Dimensions: Varies based on display Rights: Courtesy of Morgan Holloman-McDonald Visual Description: In this dual-frame image, Morgan stands confidently in a bold, custom-tailored fuchsia suit with black satin lapels and trim, paired with a crisp white shirt and a skinny black tie. Holding a phone in one hand and raising the other to block the camera playfully, Morgan exudes both defiance and delight. The outfit is clean, sharp, and intentionally disruptive of gendered fashion expectations at a Southern high school graduation. Contextual Significance: The suit was designed by Timothy Campbell of the T. Camp Collection and inspired by a look worn by Zendaya, signaling a powerful visual alignment with contemporary Black celebrity style. Worn to a high school graduation in 2015, this moment marks a rite of passage not only academically but sartorially, expressing autonomy, style fluency, and queer-coded defiance within a space often steeped in tradition and conformity. Cultural Impact: This image captures Black Southern dandyism in real time- feminine masculinity, custom design, and the electric pride of graduation day all wrapped into one. Morgan’s suit disrupts the dress code of respectability with a wink and a strut, standing as a declaration of becoming, self-definition, and Black girlhood on her own terms. It was her earliest display of her queer identity as she shuffled through the end of her senior year.