DISRUPTING THE FASHION INDUSTRY

Hems & Brims empowers the next generation of Black creatives to use their talents to build a lasting legacy in fashion.

Spring/Fall Cohort Opens March 2026

Spring/Fall Cohort Opens March 2026

Join our waitlist!

Our Spring/Fall 2026 cohort is a virtual 6-month mentorship program designed to help you build a strong foundation toward a career in fashion. You’ll learn about Black fashion history, sustainable fashion, and the business of fashion while developing essential skills like sewing, design, and pattern making.

With alumni-led collaborative creative projects, one-on-one mentorship, and career readiness events, you’ll gain the knowledge and connections to confidently build your career in fashion.

Sign up for our waitlist and be the first to receive the application when registration opens on September 15, 2025!

Countdown to Registration Opening Day: September 15, 2025

Please note: This countdown timer is based on Eastern Standard Time (EST)

Events

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Thursday, September 25, 2025 | 6:30 PM EST

Join us for an exclusive virtual talk with Dr. Rikki Byrd, founder of the Fashion & Race Syllabus and the Black Fashion Archive.

Dr. Rikki Byrd, a distinguished writer, educator and curator in Black studies and fashion history, will share insights on how archiving our past empowers us to preserve our legacies and support future Black creatives.

This event is in support of Hems & Brims and Black Girls Know Best, with a minimum $25 donation to help advance our missions.

Register today and join us in preserving Black fashion history and Black girlhood.

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The Importance of Networking
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Black Dandyism: The Full Picture
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The Role of Fashion in the Harlem Renaissance
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Beginner Sewing Guide
Announcing the Spring/Fall 2026 Cohort
Announcing the Spring/Fall 2026 Cohort
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Building a Strong Fashion Portfolio
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Meet Kaleyce
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Meet Zayna

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