Styled by the Culture: The Legacy of Black Fashion

Fresh off DC Fashion Week, join us for a powerful conversation on how influential figures in fashion are building communities through style — and why, in Black culture, fashion has always been more than just clothes.

Black fashion has long set the blueprint for global trends, yet questions of ownership, authenticity, and legacy remain at the forefront when the runway borrows from the block. This candid discussion will bring Kay Davenport (@ohheyykay), Ron David (@mr.rondavid), & Ty Hunter (@tytryone) together to explore how fashion can be used not just as self-expression, but as a tool for storytelling, community building, and generational impact.

Panelists: 

Ty Hunter - Ty Hunter is a renowned fashion stylist who rose to prominence through his work with Beyoncé Knowles-Carter, creating some of her most iconic looks over a career spanning more than 20 years. Known for his attention to detail, impeccable taste, and ability to push fashion boundaries, Ty’s contributions have helped shape unforgettable concert experiences from concept to execution, with design elements that continue to influence performances today. Beyond styling, Ty has collaborated with other celebrities and brands, including a partnership with Bape that revolutionized the shoe industry by blending fashion and streetwear aesthetics. In 2015, he also introduced the Ty Lite, the first phone case with built-in LED lighting for selfies, which set a new standard for smartphone photography and inspired a wave of similar products.

Kay Davenport - Kay Davenport is a fashion, beauty, wellness, and lifestyle creator empowering millennial women to embrace their authentic selves. As a mom, wife, educator, and businesswoman, she creates a welcoming space where women confidently own their style and individuality. Loved by both Gen Z and women 40+, Kay’s cross-generational appeal has cultivated an engaged audience of over 200K followers. She blends high-to-low fashion, guiding her community toward investment pieces and must-have finds, while driving $120K+ in monthly affiliate conversions across platforms like Collective Voice, ShopMy, Revolve affiliates, and Amazon Storefront. With 17K+ IG Story views and 70K+ link-in-bio clicks in a month, her influence is undeniable. Kay shares outfit breakdowns and shopping finds on Instagram, styling and mindset content on YouTube, and quick fashion/beauty hacks on TikTok. Her past collaborations include The Real Real, Amazon The Drop, and Macy’s Style Crew.

Ron David - Ron David, a proud Howard University alumnus, is the founder of the lifestyle brand RON DAVID, established in 2015. His career began in real estate before transitioning into interior design and fashion, with early inspiration drawn from his time at The Four Seasons in Washington, D.C. Since launching his brand, Ron has opened eight retail experiences, including a flagship in D.C.’s Union Market and a two-story New York City store that doubles as an event space and photo studio. Through RON DAVID STUDIO, he delivers an accessible luxury lifestyle rooted in art, design, and exceptional service. Expanding into hospitality, Ron recently launched Mr. Ron David Café, offering curated coffee, refreshments, and catering as part of the growing RON DAVID Hospitality Inc. Looking ahead to 2026, he plans to further expand into retail, art and furniture design, and food service.