The streetwear brand Mifland

The fashion industry has been critiqued for its lack of diversity for years on end, with models usually at the center of the conversation. Black designers also face the brunt of a lack of inclusivity in the fashion industry yet despite this, they continue to break boundaries, create trends, and accomplish great feats.

This year and ongoing we will be sharing upcoming Black designers you should know.

Tobi Egberongbe

Tobi Egberongbe is a designer from Atlanta who’s well-known for his streetwear brand Mifland which was founded in 2011. Mifland is renowned for its bold pops of color, characterized by overlapping eye-catching patterns. Egberongbe also offers neutral tones and edgy leather accessories, displaying his versatility and flair for streetwear. 

Mifland is inspired by architecture, furniture, and photography, which is evident in Egberongbe’s handmade and contemporary designs. What makes Egberongbe’s designs stand out is how functional they are — they don’t just serve an aesthetic purpose — which makes Mifland a quality lifestyle brand.