Much has changed in 10 years for award-winning fashion designer Brandon Blackwood and his eponymous handbag and accessories brand. In 2015, Blackwood’s namesake brand launched with a $7000 investment. It has since evolved into a CFDA Award-winning handbag and accessories line that continues to dominate the fashion world. Blackwood’s designs are in the hands of celebrities, politicians, and probably your best friend and boyfriend, too. From dressing Beyoncé in custom looks for her Renaissance tour to creating Saks Fifth Avenue handbag displays for charity alongside former First Lady Michelle Obama, Blackwood has expanded his brand beyond its highly sought after handbags and accessories. But the demand remains for the bags that first put him on the fashion map — with his wide variety of styles still selling out and receiving rave reviews for being affordable and sustainable. Blackwood recently made waves when he returned to the CFDA Awards dripping in complementary chocolate brown fits alongside Love Island star Olandria. Blackwood’s business acumen is a masterclass in entrepreneurship and Black Queer Excellence.