Edward Enninful’s idea of modern beauty came into sharp focus in 2008, when he was instrumental to Vogue Italia’s game-changing “All-Black Issue.” Enninful’s contributions presented his bold vision of a world that is not singular. The Editor-in-Chief of British Vogue and 2018 winner of CFDA’s Media Award is on a mission to make the fashion world more diverse and inclusive, and for that, we salute him.

Editor’s Note: In honor of Black History Month, we highlight some of the most influential forces in fashion, in no specific order. Their impact on the culture is undeniable – and we use this time to tip our hats off to their Black excellence.