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Harlem Fashion Row (HFR) announces 6th Annual Black History Month Summit

Harlem Fashion Row (HFR) is set to stage the 6th edition of its annual Black History Month Summit. Set to run February 15 from 1 pm to 5 pm EST, the event known as HFR- Live – The Iconic Era celebrates and honors the contributions of notable black designers, pioneers, creative directors, editors, and influencers within the fashion industry....

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Gap and Dapper Dan expand collaboration to kidswear

Gap has unveiled its latest collaboration with Dapper Dan, including a new collection of kids’ clothing, sweatpants and accessories. Following the success of Dapper Dan’s limited-edition hoodie, the new 18-piece DAP Gap collection for adults and kids has been expanded to include graphic logo hoodies that feature ‘Harlem’ with the DAP logo in...

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Pepsi collaborates with Dapper Dan on NFL capsule collection

To celebrate both the start of the NFL season and New York Fashion Week, drinks company Pepsi has partnered with Harlem couturier Dapper Dan on an American football capsule. Through the collection, the two aimed to bring together streetwear and football fandoms in a range of athleisure styles. Co-branded pieces include a hoodie, a jacket, a...

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Ashley Graham interviews Dapper Dan on his path to fashion success

Fashion supermodel and body activist Ashley Graham as she sits down with Dapper Dan to discuss his path to success in the fashion industry. On her YouTube, Graham brings on fellow fashion platers, and friends on her show "Pretty Big Deal" for an exclusive interview. Also known as the 'Father of Logo Mania', Dapper Dan found his way into the...

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Gucci releases limited edition “Dapper Dan’s Harlem” book

Gucci has moved into the world of publishing once again. The Italian luxury brand announced today the publication of a special, limited-edition book dedicated to its friend and partner Dapper Dan. The famed New Yorker and fashion icon has collaborated with Gucci in the past, mostly on fashion items. The new book, entitled Dapper Dan’s Harlem is...

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Gucci and Dapper Dan debut first collection

Gucci and Dapper Dan have unveiled their first collaboration in the form of an eclectic line of ‘80s inspired wear. Drawn from vintage New York street style, specifically in the neighborhood of Harlem, the pieces are graphics heavy - with embroidered dragons and the Italian company’s trademark green and red stripes. Among the notable items are...

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Gucci partners with Dapper Dan to open Harlem Studio Atelier

London - Luxury fashion house Gucci has teamed up with Dapper Dan to open a studio atelier in Harlem. The new studio atelier pays homage to the couturier's original shop, Dapper Dan's Boutique, but features a contemporary interpretation for a new generation. The new atelier opening comes twenty-five years after the closing of Dapper Dan's...