They don’t call it “the Mecca” for no reason! Howard University (HU) students, family and alumni are celebrating yet another homecoming season at the illustrious historically Black university. And if you weren’t already aware, fashion is a top priority.
Suggested Reading
Not only have students and alumni been showing up and out all week long, but the highly anticipated student-led fashion show did not disappoint either. Now, The Root is giving you some of the flyest looks from the show and from around campus.
And if you’re scared you missed out on all the fun, don’t worry: You still have a weekend full of events to enjoy including the football games and parties across Washington, D.C. And if you need some outfit inspo… here you go!
This HU student kept things classy with her Howard sweater paired with a bold red lip.
It’s not really homecoming unless you’re with your girls right? These beautiful women were dressed in coordinating black and white outfits. You already know they stole the show with this!
HU’s colors are red, blue and white, and this student put her own twist on it! Check out these accessories that brought her entire look together.
This TikToker might have gone to a predominately white university, but she showed up at Howard to get a taste of an HBCU homecoming.
Law students at Howard dressed up for spirit week during homecoming. This theme was “decades,” and you can bet they understood the assignment.
Howard’s 101st fashion show did not disappoint. Howard models are all masters of dramatic poses and fierce faces.
Influencer @aridabaddestbaddie hit the HU streets styled in a Howard dress and cowboy boots.
Homecoming season also means bring out the fall outfits! Who doesn’t love a nice sweater and boot combination?!
Denim and cowboy boots are making a comeback– thanks Beyoncé–and this Howard woman made the trend her own. Between that Dior scarf and those white cowboy boots, she clearly made a statement.
It’s a given that you have to pull up to the annual fashion show in your best dressed outfits. Check out this Howard woman who served us looks right before the fashion show even began.
This creator was one of the many student designers for the fashion show.
When you go to a Howard homecoming fashion show, you can expect entertainment beyond belief. Howard models are trained for the catwalk and have to perfect their facial expressions and timing.
These three friends all have very different styles, but they all killed these party looks. One of the best things about Howard is how they celebrate its diverse student body, and isn’t that what homecoming is all about?
Straight From 
Sign up for our free daily newsletter.
