Black people have pioneered many things in pop culture from music to dance, movements and trends. Also amongst the list of cultural impact Black people have had on the world is fashion.

Many Black celebrities provide the masses with style inspiration. Their contributions to fashion have changed the game. Here are just a few of our favorite style icons.

Rihanna has tried (and owned) seemingly every style there is. She is known for her bold, versatile looks as well as elevating the most simple outfit.

Beyoncé has proven to be the queen of everything she does. Her style matches this title as she always rocks high-fashion pieces or puts lesser-known names on the map.

Since she was on Disney Channel, Zendaya has been known for her sense of style. She is the perfect inspiration for those that want to switch between masculine and feminine looks.

Serena Williams is a game changer, and not just in tennis. With her designer looks combining athleisure and sophistication on and off the court, it's not hard to get inspired.

Just like in music, Pharrell has been a pioneer in both streetwear and designer fashion throughout his decades spanning career. Anyone can take inspiration from his creative looks.

The Duchess of Sussex has been through it all since she entered the Royal Family. Despite hardships, she's navigated everything with elegance and class in her attitude and her incredible style.

Tracee Ellis Ross takes after her mother Diana in having a beautiful fashion-sense, but hers is unique in its own way, emphasizing joy with lots of bright colors and fun silhouettes.

Keke Palmer is the inspiration for ‘getting the bag’ and doing it in style. Take after her business-inspired looks that combine lots of collars, belts and pencil skirts to show you mean big business.

The brilliant comedian and actor, Issa Rae makes a statement with her style from her classy, colorful looks on the red carpet to her upscale street-style seen in her hit show Insecure.

The eldest daughter of the Obama family took on her own style from a young age with lots of cropped pieces and baggy silhouettes that formed an iconic street style to get inspiration from.

Speaking of the Obamas, Michelle is not only incredibly sophisticated and intelligent, but she is easily one of the most fashionable First Ladies in history with her daringly elegant style.

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