Author: Jameel Raeburn
It’s hard to talk Elaine Welteroth It’s hard not to admire her, and her accomplishments throughout her career are truly inspiring – she’s an award-winning journalist, TV host, and editor-in-chief in an industry that can be difficult to navigate as a black woman.
Throughout her career as an editor, she has fought for a seat at the table, even at prestigious publications. She has demanded resources, respect, and access — a struggle that is all too familiar to Black designers and creatives in the fashion industry. Looking at her accomplishments as a best-selling author and the second Black editor-in-chief of Condé Nast in its 100-year history, we see that she has excelled despite the many obstacles she has overcome on this journey.
in Recent Interviews She talks about the difficulties she faced during her journey:We deserve so much more. Why are we doing so much with so little?“These issues and lack of representation reflect larger systemic disparities and equity in the fashion industry, which is why McDonald’s USA is helping to shine a light on these challenges and why Elaine has signed on as a mentor for the company’s Black & Positively Golden Change of Fashion program.”
“By partnering with a global brand like McDonald’s, I’m honored to use my experience as a fashion editor to mentor the next generation of designers and ultimately help foster more inclusivity in an industry that thrives on Black culture.”
For this program, Elaine will be working with Shareef Mosby, an incredible designer based in Richmond, Virginia. Victim 15 Being able to offer mentorship to Shareef, who continues to make his mark in the fashion industry, is not only an opportunity for growth, but also a chance to effect meaningful change in the industry. Through the program, each designer will have access to resources, be featured on major stages across the country, one-on-one mentoring sessions, masterclasses with experts, and the opportunity to rub shoulders with industry greats such as Justina McKee (CEO, Matte Collection), Shawn Howell (former VP and Merchandising Manager, Men’s Luxury Collection at Saks Fifth Avenue), Jacqueline Cooper (COO, Laquan Smith), and Shelley McMullen (Founder and CEO, McMullen). Additionally, McDonald’s will be making a statement during New York Fashion Week, calling on all tastemakers and influencers to “Show Up and Show Out In Black.” This is a true call to action to wear the style of Black designers. It’s all about empowering Black creativity and giving Black designers the shine they deserve.
Elaine Welteroth’s journey from editor to entrepreneur in the fashion industry is one to learn from, showing how to move forward with tenacity, will, vision, and an unwavering determination to break down barriers. Collaborating with McDonald’s Black & Positively Golden Change of Fashion program demonstrates her dedication to paving the way for the next generation and sharing the valuable insights she has gained. She also advocates for greater inclusivity and equity in the fashion industry. Together with Shareef and McDonald, they are helping pave the way for a more diverse and representative fashion future that celebrates and values ​​Black creators.
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Source: Fashion Bomb Daily – fashionbombdaily.com
