Fall is back-to-school season, naturally ushering in the preppy Ivy League look in fashion shows and stores of many designers. New York City style and fashion blog 'Street Etiquette' has released their latest project titled 'The Black Ivy.'
'The Black Ivy' is a tribute to the first all-black colleges in the US that established a foundation for hardworking, like-minded African-American individuals. This project fuses the style, characteristics, the education and a major part of cultural history that will definitely get its viewers thinking.
Ivy League Throwbacks
'The Black Ivy' Photo Series is a Tribute to the First All-Black Colleges
Trend Themes
1. Black Ivy Style - The trend towards the incorporation of Black Ivy League style in fashion and design highlights the desire for cultural diversity and inclusivity.
2. Cultural Heritage Fashion - The increasing popularity of fashion celebrating cultural heritage represents an opportunity for designers to innovate and create unique garments based on traditional styles and materials.
3. Educational Nostalgia - The nostalgic trend of incorporating elements of one's educational history presents an opportunity for brands to create products that evoke a sense of positive memories and experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can leverage the Black Ivy trend by offering culturally diverse collections and showcasing alumni from historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs).
2. Education - The education industry can tap into the educational nostalgia trend and create products or experiences that celebrate alumni or promote a sense of school spirit and pride.
3. Photography - The photography industry can embrace the cultural heritage trend and create unique visual representations that showcase traditional fashion and cultural practices through modern lenses and techniques.