I’m thrilled to announce the unveiling of my new fashion exhibition at Materials For The Arts! Join us on Thursday, June 12, 2025, from 6:30–8:30 PM for materialsforthearts ’ first-ever fashion exhibition, Soaring High, designed by MFTA Designer-in-Residence Daveed Baptiste. This solo exhibition explores the metamorphosis of a Haitian immigrant, chronicling his journey through the stages of life within urban Black American society. Each look represents a chapter in his story — capturing the desires, aspirations, and dreams that shaped his path from adolescence to adulthood. Through evolving silhouettes and styles, Soaring High weaves a narrative told through Black hairstyles. Each hairstyle symbolizes an archetype, projecting status, class, and cultural identity. The collection reveals a powerful transformation: from the newcomer, to the street kid, the schoolboy striving for Black excellence, and ultimately, the self-actualized, polished dandy. The opening reception will feature l...