This February, culture-defining trends take center stage as Macy’s examines the Soul Era of Black style in celebration of Black History Month. From elegant high glamour to the hottest looks on the street, Black Style has influenced trends and designers that have shaped American and global culture.
Celebrity fashion stylists and designers June Ambrose and Johnetta Boone will lead a panel discussion on Soul Era style and take a look back at the fashion, accessories and attitude that rocked the runways of the ‘60s and ‘70s, which had an undeniable effect on the way people look and dress today.
“As a retailer with more than 150 years of fashion history, Macy’s has seen the evolution of Black style first hand and we are thrilled to recognize and celebrate the style icons and trends of the Soul Era in honor of Black History Month,” said Dineen Garcia, Macy’s vice president of diversity strategies.
“As part of our annual celebration, this series of events will take a look at the cultural and historical contributions made by African Americans throughout the ‘60s and ‘70s—a defining era in fashion history.”
June Ambrose is a celebrity fashion stylist and costume designer and has worked with some of the biggest names in the entertainment industry for the past 22 years. Author of the book “Effortless Style,” Ambrose has won numerous awards in recognition for her contributions to the fashion and music industry.
Ambrose recently celebrated the launch of her “June by June Ambrose” collection.
“I’m excited to be working with Macy’s as we celebrate and recognize revolutionary African American Designers and Style Icons that inspired me as child and my own experiences through fashion,” said June Ambrose.
Following the panel discussion, Macy’s will host a customer reception along with an informal fashion show of recreated trends from the Soul Era.
From February 1 through 28, visit macys.com/celebrate to enter for the chance to win a trip for two to New York City, the style capital of the world, a Macy’s shopping spree and a makeover by celebrity stylist, June Ambrose!*
(*Please visit macys.com/celebrate for complete entry rules or visit the event store for more information).
Below are the stores and select information for Macy’s – Soul Era of Black Style events:
Macy’s Herald Square – New York, NY – February 4th at 6:00 p.m.
Macy’s Lenox Square – Atlanta, GA – February 6th at 7:00 p.m.
Macy’s Aventura – Miami, FL – February 7th at 2:00 p.m.
Macy’s Center City – Philadelphia, PA – February 11th at 5:00 p.m.
Macy’s Metro Center – Washington D.C. – February 12th at 5:30 p.m.
Macy’s State Street – Chicago, IL – February 19th at 5:30 p.m.
Macy’s Union Square – San Francisco, CA – February 25th at 6:00 p.m.
Macy’s Baldwin Hills – Los Angeles, CA – February 26nd at 6:30 p.m.
For a complete listing of Macy’s Black History Month events, please visit macys.com/celebrate.
