Black Styles
Black Beauty
People/Characters
Music
Fashion History
100
Popular in the 1970s, this style of clothing featured bold prints, flared pants, and platform shoes, inspired by colorful culture.
What is Disco Style?
100
She is the owner of a makeup brand, which revolutionized makeup with its wide range of shades.
Who is Rihanna?
100
A world-renowned American drag queen, television personality, producer, singer, and author
Who is RuPaul
100
This type of hat was worn mostly by fishermen to block them from the rain and sun but now are often seen in 90s music videos
What are Bucket Hats?
100
A profound cultural and political shift aimed at challenging Eurocentric beauty standards and fostering self-affirmation among African Americans
What is the Black is Beautiful Movement?
200
This 1920s style included beaded dresses, feathers, and cloche hats, worn by Black women during the Harlem Renaissance jazz era.
What is Flapper Style?
200
This U.S. state became the first to pass a law in 2019 banning discrimination against natural hairstyles in schools and workplaces.
What is California?
200
This superhero typically wears a white, black, or gold costume often paired with a flowing cape, thigh-high boots with long, coily, white hair
Who is Storm?
200
Known as the queen of Rock 'N' Roll, she was also known for her iconic hair and bold outfits in the 60s-80s
Who is Tina Turner?
200
Originating in U.S. prisons due to the prohibited use of belts, then was adopted by young Black men as a symbol of rebellion and Hip-Hop fashion.
What is sagging?
300
In the 1980s and 1990s, this brightly colored, oversized clothing style was popularized by hip-hop artists.
What is Streetwear?
300
A hairstylist that specializes in the growing and maintenance of locs
What is a loctician
300
This cartoon character wears a pink blazer, dark pink skirt, white shirt, and pig tails
Who is Penny Proud?
300
This athletic shoe, nicknamed "Uptowns," became a staple in Black streetwear culture.
Nike Air Force 1s
300
Enslaved Africans and African Americans used this hairstyle to create secret messages and maps
What is cornrows?
400
Made by a White-founded brand, this shoe was popularized by 1990s Black New Yorkers, worn for durability and style. Worn by Notorious B.I.G., Wu-Tang Clan, etc.
What are Timberlands?
400
Originating in Ancient Africa(Nubia, Egypt), these type of earrings were reclaimed and popularized by Black and Latina women in the 1960s-90s
What are Hoop Earrings?
400
This rapper owns Applebottoms
Who is Nelly?
400
This versatile, oversized outerwear (jacket) piece was made famous in the 90s hip-hop scene.
The Bomber Jacket
400
This legendary Black supermodel, known for her graceful walk and timeless beauty, was the first Black model to cover American Vogue.
Who is Beverly Johnson?
500
This popular 90s\2000s streetwear brand was made FOR US BY US.
What is FUBU?
500
A metal styling tool heated on a stove or electrically to straighten, smooth, and press coarse, curly, or natural hair, particularly at the root
What is a hot comb?
500
While ___________ is known for her athletic ability on the tennis court, she also has her own line of clothing for women. She puts her own spin on casual clothing, including jeans and form-fitting dresses
Who is Serena Williams?
500
Founder of Beats
Who is Hip-Hop artist Dr. Dre?
500
In the 1980s, New York artists adopted this accessory to represent wealth and street credibility. Prior, this material was used as an affordable alternative to get dental work done.
What are Gold Grillz?