# Culturally Rich Fashion Collections Pier Moss' SS 19 Has a Distinct African-American Influence By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-11-16 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/africanamerican-influence References: [highsnobiety](https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/pyer-moss-spring-summer-2019-collection/) & [pyermoss](https://pyermoss.com/) Pier Moss' Spring/Summer 2019 is paying credit where its due with a collection of clothing that is heavily adorned with [African-American influences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5th-quarter-collection). Inspired by the Brooklyn neighborhood he grew up in, fashion designer Kerby Jean-Raymond brings the cheerful, unique, bold and respectful essence of the culture to the forefront of the [contemporary streetwear scene](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brigade). The 2019 collection is dubbed 'American Also, Lesson Two' and it is not just a consumer product or a source of inspiration. It is also a [historic tribute](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-scorpion-the-frog) to the powerful and rich identity of the African-American influence. The entire line-up for the Spring/Summer 2019 is focused on showcasing one thing above all and that is the flourishing of people of color. Photo Credits: Bryan Luna ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **African-american Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop inclusive fashion lines that celebrate and amplify African-American influences, appealing to a diverse customer base. - **Cultural Appreciation in Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create fashion collections that pay tribute to specific cultures, promoting diversity and inclusivity in the industry. - **Intersection of Streetwear and Heritage:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Merge streetwear aesthetics with traditional cultural influences to create unique and trendsetting fashion lines. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Redefine the fashion industry by infusing it with diverse cultural elements and embracing inclusivity as a design philosophy. - **Streetwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Transform streetwear into a platform for cultural expression, merging urban style with the celebration of different heritages. - **Diversity and Inclusion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Champion diverse representation and cultural appreciation in all industries, fostering a more inclusive and equitable society. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Culturally Backed Fashion Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brigade.md) - [Americana-Inspired Spring Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/origin-stories-americana.md) - [History-Inspired Apparel Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-scorpion-the-frog.md) - [Coastal Heritage Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oak-bluffs.md) - [Beach-Inspired Spring Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-kind-of-guise-3.md) - [Cultural-Influence Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5th-quarter-collection.md) - [Politically-Inspired Runway Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selkies-the-libertine-collection.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Local Hotspot Fashion Shoots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartbeat-campaign.md)