New Concepts 012: Black_Space—Marcus Paul Presents: “Black Is Now”

New York-based stylist and consultant Marcus Paul presents “Black Is Now,” a fashion film about the modern Black renaissance featuring brands like Armando Cabral, Connor McKnight, Bianca Sauners, Wales Bonner, Botter, and more — all part of us curation for Concept 012: Black_Space. Concept 012: Black_Space is a platform for designers, creatives and thought leaders across varied perspectives and experiences representing Black fashion. Curated by five Black creatives from around the world, Black_Space is an evolution of Nordstrom's ongoing commitment to inclusivity. Playlist: Black Renaissance curated by Marcus Paul. Artwork by Julian Adon Alexander. https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/black-renaissance/pl.u-d2b08rYTMDDkrD Credits: Creative & Art Direction: Marcus Paul Director: Jared Malik Royal DP: Parker Foster Editor: Matt Schaff Photographer: Lelanie Foster Photographer Assistant: Donna Viering Producer: Ashley Celestin Production: Newton Paul Production Assistant: Nia Banks Assistants: Akua Adoboe ,Sen Tian, and Danielle Ellsworth Models: Hella Tall, Nya Kong, Chavi St. Hill, and Reginald Narcisse Hair: Olivia Mayes-McGriff MUA: Keyanna Banks Tailor: Karen Chinchilla and Giannita Dobric Written by: Marcus Paul and Newton Paul Music: Coleman “Butter” C.W. Artist Commission: Ryan Cosbert Produced by: Vendanges Inc./Marcus Paul in association with A-Frame A Very Special Thank You to Industry PDX, Anthony Konigbagbe, Oved Valadez, Marina Zertuche and team. D