MakingABrand proudly sponsored Homage Awards for an exclusive screening at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) for Hulu’s exclusive film IN Vogue: The 90s, Episode 5 – Streetwear , which focused on the history and evolution of streetwear. The event brought together visionaries, industry legends, and aspiring fashion innovators to reflect on the impact of streetwear on global style, art, and culture. Esteemed panelists Andy Hilfiger, Peter Paul Scott, Professor Elena Romero and J. Alexander from FUBU enriched the evening with insights from their years of industry experience, giving attendees a unique perspective on the growth of streetwear.
The panel discussion featured Andy Hilfiger, a key player in fashion’s crossover with music, Peter Paul Scott, an industry innovator and founder of Homage Awards, and Elena Romero, a scholar and expert on urban fashion, offered rich insights into the social and cultural forces that powered streetwear’s rise. They discussed how streetwear grew from niche subcultures to a global style phenomenon, touching on the roles of music, and urban identity in shaping its unique aesthetic. Attendees appreciated their reflections on the genre’s evolution, learning how streetwear both reflected and influenced cultural shifts over the decades.
The screening of Episode 5 of IN Vogue: The 90s, titled “Streetwear”, provided an in-depth look into the origins of street style and its ascent in the 1990s. Through archival footage, interviews, and commentary from iconic figures from the likes of Tommy Hilfiger, Dapper Dan, and Mary J. Blige. The episode captured the spirit of the era and highlighted streetwear’s transformation into a dominant force. The audience at FIT had the unique opportunity to explore how streetwear became an emblem of cultural expression, merging art, music, and social movements.
MakingABrand’s sponsorship underscored its commitment to both honoring streetwear’s past achievements and supporting its future. By supporting events like the Homage Awards and educational screenings at FIT, MakingABrand celebrated the pioneers of urban culture while encouraging future leaders to keep pushing boundaries. For MakingABrand, streetwear symbolized more than just a trend—it represented a lifestyle and a movement, honoring the art and self-expression of a continually evolving culture.
The Homage Awards + FIT screening of IN Vogue: The 90s: Episode 5 – Streetwear was open to students, industry insiders, and streetwear enthusiasts, offering a memorable retrospective of the icons and events that have defined street style for generations.
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