Black History Month: About Donyale Luna - World's First Black Cover Girl!

Donyale Luna is world's first black cover girl and she overcame deep prejudice in her career. In the 1950s and 1960s the fashion industry entirely excluded non-white models from its magazines, advertising and catwalk shows. But it was Donyale who became the first African American model to appear on the cover of British Vogue in 1966.

Black History Month: Iman Covers Newsweek In 1988

Iman covered Newsweek magazine in April 1988!

Black History Month: Beverly Johnson covers Harper’s Bazaar Italy 1980

Beautiful supermodel Beverly Johnson covers Harper’s Bazaar Italy 1980.

Black History Month: Alek Wek covers Elle Magazine November 1997

Alek Wek covers Elle Magazine November 1997. She was photographed Giles Bensimon.

BHM - Fashion Discussion: Black Models On The Rise In Europe - For How Long?

It is Black History Month! That means it's time to recognize the central role and achievements of important people and events in the history of the African diaspora. As you may know Elegancy101 was present at the Mercedes-Benz Amsterdam Fashion Week. This time we've seen a slight change on the runways. There was actually a larger representation of non-white models on the runway shows compared to previous editions. It could have been the industry's response to the Diversity Coalition's highly publicized campaign for more black models. Although Amsterdam Fashion Week is not the most prominent fashion week, still this sensitive topic of racial diversity in the fashion industry is making a widespread move and actually moves people all over the world to take action. Although there has been improvement, must we still remain vigilant?

Black History Month: Tyra Banks April issue of Elle Netherlands 1993

Black History Month: Tyra Banks is giving us life while covering the April issue of Elle Netherlands 1993. Look at how innocent and young Tyra looks. Damn time flies! What are your thoughts?

Black History Month: Whitney Houston in 1987

Whitney Houston shooting "I Wanna Dance With Somebody" in 1987.

Black History Month: Top 5 Black Supermodels Who Made Way For Other Colored Models

 We're closing out the official Black History Month with a fashion celebration of the most elegant black models who made room for other colored models to emerge. While fair-skinned models flood the runways, these dark-skinned beauties prove that true beauty and talent transcends. Check out the list of the top 5 black models who made history with their successful modeling careers and find out who haves the title of the first black supermodel of all times.

Black History Month: Louise Vyent Covers Bride 1987

Stunning Dutch model Louise Vyent featured in Bride Jun/Jul 1987.

Black History Month: Halle Berry Made History With Oscar Win

On March 24 2002 Halle Berry has become the first black woman to win a best actress Oscar, sending crashing a colour bar that has stood for 74 years. She was joined by Denzel Washington,making them the first blacks to win both the best actor and best actress awards at the Academy Awards.

Black History Month: TLC Rocking Dr. Martens

Chilli, T-Boz and Left Eye Lopes in colored Dr. Martens in 1992!

Black History Month: Miss Rhythm Nation - Janet Jackson 1989

Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation 1814 is the fourth studio album by American recording artist Janet Jackson, released on September 19, 1989, by A&M Records.

Black History Month: Florence Joyner Olympian Fashionista

Florence Joyner made her Olympic debut in 1984, at the Summer Olympic Games in Los Angeles. There, she won a silver medal for the 200-meter run. She was known of bringing style to the tracks and field with form-fitting bodysuits, six-inch fingernails and amazing speed. She still holds the world records in the 100- and 200-meter events. More about her after the jump:

Black History Month: Diana Covers Sunday Times

Diana Ross looking sexy as always on the cover of the Sunday Times magazine. Hot or Not?

Black History Month Discussion: Are Urban Brands Still Relevant?

In the early to mid nineties urban brands were all the rage. Guys walked around in Ecko sweatshirts, Karl Kani and Rocawear. Girls rocked Baby Phat, Apple Bottoms, and Iceberg with confidence. I remember the Baby Phat handbag I was yearning to purchase and the Pastry runners collection in my closet. And don’t get me started on the Karl Kani jacket that I received as a gift that I would wear anywhere and everywhere. All these brands are still on the market, but are they still relevant? Would you still rock it? Discuss after the jump:

Black History Month: Tyra Banks in the movie Life-Size in 2000

Tyra Banks in the movie Life-Size in 2000, (remember that movie where Tyra Banks was a Barbie doll named Eve and one day, she just magically came to life, to the surprise of a young Lindsey Lohan)?

Black History Month: The First Black Woman With a Miss Universe Title

Janelle "Penny" Commissiong was the first black woman to hold the Miss Universe title. It was on July 16, 1977 that Janelle Penny Commissiong brought pride and joy to her home country Trinidad & Tobago after she won Miss Universe which was held in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Read more about her history, what exaclty happend that day and the reactions to her victory after the jump:

Black History Month: Roshumba Williams for Sports Illustrated

Black History Month's flicks, covers & campaigns: Model Roshumba Williams for Sports Illustrated magazine issue: Ultimate Swimsuit. Photographed by Robert Huntzinger in Spain, 1992.

Black History Month: Naomi Campbell Covers Vogue Magazine 1989

In honor of Black History Month: Naomi Campbell Covers the september issue of Vogue Magazine in 1989. She was only 19 years and she was photographed by Patrick Demarchelier.

Black History Month: About The First Black Fashion Designer!

February has begun, which means it is now Black History Month. Although most people start with civil rights leaders when they think of Black History Month, we have to admit that the world of fashion has also had quite a few people who should also be honored. Let start by asking the question "Who was the first black fashion designer?" The designs are displayed above and you can find the answer and a bit of history of the designer after the jump: