More and more Asian fashion influencers are making their mark in North America. It’s a fresh wave of diverse faces and personalities to the scene.
From style tip blogs to Instagram and Tiktok accounts, their emergence signifies more than a celebration of representation. It stands as a challenge to the conventional standards of fashion in North America.
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As an enthusiast and marketing professional in fashion, I’ve gathered for you five of my favorite Asian American and Asian Canadian influencers. Their content transcends mere aesthetics, shaping a more inclusive and vibrant fashion ecosystem.
Michelle K. Hanabusa
Michelle K. Hanabusa (@mkhanabusa) is one of the coolest people you could possibly follow.
As a Japanese American hailing from Los Angeles, Hanabusa brings a unique perspective to the fashion world. She blurs the lines between Japanese street style and the classic West Coast ethos, as seen in her own streetwear brand — UPRISERS.
Beyond her industry accolades Hanabusa is also a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion. She is a cultural consultant for projects like FX’s Shōgun, and co-founded the AAPI community mobilization group Hate is a Virus.
Denny Balmaceda
I couldn’t in good faith put this list out without including Denny Balmaceda (@denny623).
An OG of the internet, Balmaceda has been a menswear blogger since 2008.
His ability to remain relevant years later is a testament to his true talent in weaving together streetwear, high fashion, and vintage pieces. He is known for his well-defined, eclectic personal style that we see today.
Balmaceda is also a photographer, a model, and has collaborated with the likes of Adidas, to Bape, to Louis Vuitton just to name a few.
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