Tonya Blazio-Licorish delves into the rich history of NAFAD (National Association of Fashion and Accessory Designers) through interviews with their archivists and members.

She discusses the significant role NAFAD played in the fashion industry, particularly within the Black community, highlighting their expansive presence across the United States and their notable contributions in dressing iconic figures like Lena Horne, Eartha Kitt, and Josephine Baker.

The episode also touches on the distinction between dressmakers and fashion designers and the grand fashion events organized by NAFAD.

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