Fashion Review: Blvck Kulture for Black Culture

Blvck Kulture, a name that catches attention and sparks interest. We’re pretty sure you’re intrigued to know more about them. Well, yearn no more, because we’re here to spill the tea.

Founded by Razaq Ayomide Rahman, with a vision to redefine African streetwear, the fashion brand, Blvck Kulture, designs modern outfits with a hint of African elements, particularly in its logo. With a mission to create and showcase bespoke quality outfits that celebrate the resilience and strength of African identity, they consistently release clothing collections yearly. This gave rise to the brand’s motto: “Kulture of Expression.”

This year’s collection was just recently released. And as always, we’re here to review the outfits and all it entails to see if Blvck Kulture has mastered the art of blending modernity with heritage.

Enter: The 2025 “Bold and Fearless” collection.

First impression: This outfit gives off a cool and laid-back vibe. You could say it’s like streetwear with a cultural twist. It’s casual but has a symbolic feel to it. You can tell there’s some thought behind the simplicity.

That blue colour for the tee works well on darker skin. It adds this subtle pop to the cool fit. And then there’s that print on the shirt, spelling out “BLVCK” using different African fabric and patterns, with the African flag substituting the letter “V”. It’s a nice touch, we’ll give them that. It’s not loud, but it catches your attention with its creativity. That’s the kind of detail that tells a story without many words.

The back of the shirt also has a rose flower graphic, which we really find cute and interesting. The neckline is a classic round crew neck. It’s simple, keeping the vibe casual, which matches the whole laid-back energy of the shirt.

The oversized blue tee is paired with black trousers. The trousers are tailored in a clean, straight cut with that subtle sheen and the two-toned stripe going down the sides. It adds just enough spice to break the monotony. Paired with the sneakers, the whole thing feels grounded. It’s not too sporty or too edgy. It’s just right.

Well, we’ve gone over the details and features that make it a cool outfit. But hey, it could be pushed further. Now, let’s highlight the things that could use a little lift.

So, while oversized outfits are quite trendy, this one is a little too boxy, especially on a female figure. It could be cinched, tucked, or shaped a bit to show some motion or silhouette. On the male model, it looks good because of the body frame. But it may not be the same for a female.

Additionally, the pants have a slight shine while the top is more muted. That contrast is okay, but we think it could be better. Maybe a slightly textured top or matte trousers would bring more harmony.

The sneakers are safe… too safe. If you’re going to be cool, why not go above basic? The shoes aren’t enhancing the outfit; they’re merely coexisting with it. A bolder shoe could have elevated this, perhaps something with a print or a bit more substance to match the shirt’s boldness.

In all, this look is solid. It speaks to someone who’s rooted in culture but still wants to keep the modern vibe. With just a few tweaks, in balancing textures, it could go from “nice look” to “damn, who styled this?”

At first glance, this look walks into the room with the same silhouette, same vibe, and same trousers as the previous outfit. But this time, it’s rocking a black tee instead of blue. Now, black usually hits harder. However, in this case, it’s not pulling its weight like it should.

So, let’s talk about the differences.

The most obvious thing? The trousers are still here. It’s got the same cut, same shine, even the same strip. That might’ve worked if the top brought a new energy. But paired with black, the shiny material of the trousers starts to stand out, and not in a good way. It looks a bit mismatched, like the top came from one idea and the bottom was forced to tag along.

With the blue tee, the contrast was softer, and the shirt had enough colour to distract from the shine. But this black one? It exposes everything.

A more textured or structured black pant, or even a baggier cargo, could’ve given this look its spotlight. Right now, it feels like a remix of the first look that didn’t go all the way.

The graphic on the back is different too, and here’s where it gets a little interesting.

The rose is bigger, which should be a flex; it also has flames at the root, which gives it a rebellious energy. It’s like the flower is being born from fire. That’s deep. That boldness works well on black. And then there’s “KITENGE” stamped below it. This alone makes it feel cultural, like a statement piece.

The ultimate conclusion on this is that this outfit had the chance to be the darker, edgier sibling to the first one. But reusing the trousers dulls that edge, makes the whole thing feel as though we’re stuck in a loop.

This black look has potential; it’s not bad, but it could be more.

Alright, so here’s the third and final look, and by now, we already know the formula: same trousers, same fit, same general layout.

But this time, we’re looking at a bright orange tee, which instantly brings more life and warmth into the mix. The colour alone gives the outfit more personality than the last two. It feels more energetic and youthful.

And that back graphic? Easily the most striking of the three.

The rose pops way more here. The green stem and red petals are way more vibrant against the orange backdrop. It feels almost alive, like it’s growing right out of the shirt. And then the writing underneath says “bold and fearless”, which doesn’t just label the design, it echoes the vibe of the entire look… like, yes, this one came with intent.

Funny thing is, the trousers haven’t changed (again), but the orange shirt almost makes you forgive that repetition. It feels fresher than the black tee and more daring than the blue one. But still, it’s the third time around with the same pants, and it’s hard to ignore that fatigue completely. A switch-up in trousers at this point would’ve sealed the deal. Maybe something in earth tones, or even cargo shorts, to flip the script.

But if we’re isolating just the shirt? This one wins. The colour brings warmth, the back design feels full and alive, and the “bold and fearless” tag ties everything together.

To sum it up, same structure, but this shirt adds more soul to the collection. It’s the only one that feels like it’s telling a full story front and back. Still could’ve used new pants, but at least this one distracts us long enough to enjoy the view.

Wrapping up the review, you could tell that the collection succeeded in reimaging African heritage through the lens of contemporary fashion. The tees with the “BLACK” text using African prints and the symbolic use of the continent’s map at the centre all tell a story, one of pride and identity.

The collection shines in its simplicity. The tees do the talking, especially the final orange one, which brings that colour pop. We see a clear growth in storytelling from the first to the last outfit, especially with the evolution of the rose imagery. That said, the trousers became the one-note song in the lineup. They started just fine, but ended up draining the energy down by the second outfit. By the third, it was an obvious lack of variety.

For the next release? We have a thought. Blvck Kulture should consider exploring silhouettes and fabrics. Let each outfit stand on its while still contributing to the larger story. And if the brand is sticking with core symbols like the rose or the continent map, they could find new ways to evolve them rather than just adjusting the image size or changing the write-up.

All in all, it’s a collection that holds promise. It’s not fully reimagined, but we would say it’s thinking in that direction.

Abisola Omolade