Storytelling One Stitch at a Time
Storytelling One Stitch at a Time
Curating a Collection that Sparks Conversation on Incarceration
From the halls of Parsons School of Design to NYFW, Black Boy Knits is committed to making a difference in the industry.
Today I’m talking about curating a clothing collection with Founder and Creative Director of Black Boy Knits, Jacques Agbobly. Jacques is one of the 2022 CFDA Vogue Fashion Fund Finalist and recipient of the 2022 DHL Logistics and Fashion Award in partnership with the CFDA. They were also part of this year's NYFW.
In today’s episode we spoke about a collection that pre-dates Black Boy Knits but serves as the genesis to the work that they are doing today. This collection was one I wished to highlight because it brings into conversation issues around incarceration through clothing.
To become more familiar with other black creatives like Jacques, head over here. Some suggested readings from today's episode are Liberated Threads and Black Designers in American Fashion.
