Shelton Boyd-Griffith

Brooklyn, New York, St. Louis

Fashion Culture Writer and Editor at Freelance

Contributing Editor at PopSugar

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Articles

Explore Black Dandyism Through EBONY & JET Archives

1 month ago | ebony.com | Shelton Boyd-Griffith

From the once sepia-soaked pages of EBONY to a Wales Bonner runway show, the Black Dandy has long embodied a declaration of autonomy. This year’s Met Costume Institute's Spring Exhibition theme, "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style," traces the evolution of Black Dandyism. Guest-curated by Monica L. Miller, it draws inspiration from her 2009 book Slaves to Fashion, where she reminds us that the Black Dandy is more than a fashion plate—he’s a disruptor.
18 Black Artists Who Are Shaping the Future

Feb 26, 2025 | yahoo.com | Shelton Boyd-Griffith

18 Black Artists Who Are Shaping the Future Design by Sarah Olivieri / Getty Images"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Art has always been a battleground. In a moment when the arts are under siege—state-sanctioned censorship, gutted funding, and anti-DEI mandates threatening to erase marginalized voices—Black creation refuses to be silenced.
Accessorizing: A Powerful Tool for Political Messaging and Social Movements

Aug 12, 2024 | ebony.com | Shelton Boyd-Griffith

Fashion has always been political, ; it provides opportunities to take a firm stance in socioeconomic movements, whether subliminally or intentionally. This ranges from the bespoke suiting of the Civil Rights Movement and the revolutionary militant aesthetics of the Black Panther Party to the t-shirts that defined the Black Lives Matter movement.
Designer Peter Dundas on His 30-Year Fashion Career

Mar 14, 2024 | popsugar.com | Shelton Boyd-Griffith

GettyGetty | Pascal Le Segretain"Dressing a woman is about making her feel her best for me. I always want to give confidence in my designs," said Peter Dundas. After an illustrious career of dressing some of the most famous women, shifting and influencing the aesthetic landscape, and leading numerous storied ateliers, it's safe to say Dundas has accomplished that brief. The name Peter Dundas is synonymous with luxury fashion.
15 Fashion Instagram Accounts to Follow During Fashion Month

Feb 11, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Shelton Boyd-Griffith

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15 Fashion Instagram Accounts to Follow During Fashion Month

Feb 11, 2024 | teenvogue.com | Shelton Boyd-Griffith

"All right, everyone, gird your loins" — (Stanley Tucci, The Devil Wears Prada). It's here once again: Fashion Month. And we know exactly what fashion instagram accounts to keep you in the know! The month-long, four-city world tour (held biannually in February and September) showcases the newest trends and styles– a glimpse into our wardrobe for next season, envisioned by the industry's most brilliant design minds.
The 10 Best Black Art Books for Your Coffee Table

Feb 7, 2024 | yahoo.com | Shelton Boyd-Griffith

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links."If you take a glimpse at any interiors of those with great taste, there are a few common design items you'll often see.
In Defense of Jenna Lyons's Controversial "RHONY" Reunion Outfit

Oct 3, 2023 | popsugar.com | Shelton Boyd-Griffith

Clifton Prescod/BravoClifton Prescod/BravoAs soon as the first photos from the "The Real Housewives of New York" reunion hit the internet, people were up in arms over Jenna Lyons's look. On Sept. 27, the cast picture for the anticipated reunion was released, and several fans seemed disappointed by the fashion designer's sartorial choices. The look in question? A black blazer, a sheer button-up shirt paired with a black tie, and — here's the shocker — jeans.
Gypsy Sport Celebrates 10 Years of Queering Streetwear

Sep 19, 2023 | yahoo.com | Shelton Boyd-Griffith

On the fourth day of 2023 Fall New York Fashion Week, Gypsy Sport, the house built by Rio Uribe, took to a buzzy Governors Island day club to celebrate the brand's tenth anniversary. And in true Gypsy Sport fashion, what started off as a fashion weather disaster finished with a fête. As guests arrived via ferry eager to experience a signature Gypsy Sport spectacle, they were met with grey skies that eventually transformed into heavy rainfall.
Behind the Seams: Rachel Scott of Diotima

Sep 12, 2023 | essence.com | Shelton Boyd-Griffith

“The notion of luxury and where it comes from is both ahistorical and flawed,” says designer Rachel Scott. Jamaican-born and -Brooklyn-based, Scott is the founder and creative director behind the highly sought-after emerging womenswear brand Diotima. What is luxury, and who gets to opt into luxury, are often points of controversy. Through her artisanal brand, known for its unique, handwoven crochet technique and Jamaican/Afro-Caribbean flair, she’s on a quest to redefine the term.