Culture-Rich Apparel That Honors Black History and Culture

Culture-rich apparel honoring Black history through bold designs that celebrate legacy, pride, and purpose. Wear the story. Live the legacy.           

Discover Victoria + Irene Apparel Co: where Black history and culture are woven into every thread. Explore our curated collection of statement tees , heritage hoodies , and historic apparel , each designed to tell a story and celebrate Black legacy , pride , and resistance . Wear your story, ignite conversations, and join a movement. Shop empowering fashion that's more than just clothing.

Alfred "Rabbit" Dyer tribute T-shirt by Victoria + Irene Apparel Co
Alfred "Rabbit" Dyer
Alfred "Rabbit" Dyer
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
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Arthur Ashe : Art T-Shirt featuring artistic tribute to tennis champion
Arthur Ashe : Art
Arthur Ashe : Art
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
V+I • Atlanta 9 Sweatshirt
Atlanta 9: Sweatshirt
Atlanta 9: Sweatshirt
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95
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Cando Lopez: Cuban Star French Terry Raglan Crew honoring Negro League baseball
Cando Lopez: Cuban Star
Cando Lopez: Cuban Star
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95
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Cando Lopez: Cuban Star T-shirt featuring vintage Cuban baseball design
Cando Lopez: Cuban Star
Cando Lopez: Cuban Star
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
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Edith Trice : Game-changer t-shirt featuring empowering design
Edith Trice : Game-changer
Edith Trice : Game-changer
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
John 'Pop' Lloyd: Sweater inspired by Negro Leagues baseball legend
John "Pop" Lloyd: Sweater
John "Pop" Lloyd: Sweater
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95
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Kenny Washington t-shirt featuring historic football design
Kenny Washington
Kenny Washington
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
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Wearing Willie Mays: Buck t-shirt
Willie Mays: Buck
Willie Mays: Buck
Buck: Most complete & greatest baseball player
$25.95

V+I Sweaters & Cardigans

Sweaters & Cardigans Honoring the Legacy of Black Excellence

Wrap yourself in the legacy of Black excellence with Victoria + Irene Apparel Co.'s Sweaters & Cardigans. Discover heritage knitwear where timeless style meets profound storytelling . Each sweater and cardigan is meticulously designed to honor the strength and sophistication of Black history —rooted in legacy , styled for today's leaders.

Crafted from premium materials, our collection blends classic elegance with a contemporary edge. These aren't just sweaters and cardigans ; they are wearable statements of cultural pride and purpose-driven fashion, perfect for layering or making a sophisticated impact.

Inspired by the enduring spirit of Black pioneers , every stitch reflects our commitment to artistry and authenticity. For those who value heritage and wear their story to inspire the future.

Explore the collection. Wear the past, inspire the future with Victoria + Irene

1965 Ballot Box: Sweatshirt featuring historic voting rights design
1965 Ballot Box: Sweatshirt
1965 Ballot Box: Sweatshirt
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95
ANGELA DAVIS: Hoodie featuring activist-inspired design
ANGELA DAVIS: Hoodie
ANGELA DAVIS: Hoodie
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95
V+I • Atlanta 9 Sweatshirt
Atlanta 9: Sweatshirt
Atlanta 9: Sweatshirt
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95
New
Cando Lopez: Cuban Star French Terry Raglan Crew honoring Negro League baseball
Cando Lopez: Cuban Star
Cando Lopez: Cuban Star
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95
EARTHA KITT: Sweater inspired by the legendary singer and actress
EARTHA KITT: Sweater
EARTHA KITT: Sweater
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95
V+I • James Baldwin sweatshirt
James Baldwin: Sweater
James Baldwin: Sweater
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95
Jean-Michel Basquiat: Sweater featuring expressive street art design
Jean-Michel Basquiat: Sweater
Jean-Michel Basquiat: Sweater
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95
John 'Pop' Lloyd: Sweater inspired by Negro Leagues baseball legend
John "Pop" Lloyd: Sweater
John "Pop" Lloyd: Sweater
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95
Muhammad Ali: Sweater in cream
Muhammad Ali: Sweater
Muhammad Ali: Sweater
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95
V+I • Nina Simone Crew with Pocket
Nina Simone: Sweater
Nina Simone: Sweater
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95
ugar Ray Hoodie – Cultural Streetwear Honoring Boxing Legend Sugar Ray Robinson
SUGAR RAY: HOODIE
SUGAR RAY: HOODIE
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95
Shirley Chisholm: Hoodie with inspirational design
Shirley Chisholm: Hoodie
Shirley Chisholm: Hoodie
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95
Sugar Ray Robinson: Sweater
Sugar Ray Robinson: Sweater
Sugar Ray Robinson: Sweater
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95
THELONIOUS MONK: Hoodie featuring jazz-inspired desig
THELONIOUS MONK: Hoodie
THELONIOUS MONK: Hoodie
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95

V+I Tee's

Empowering Black History Tees: Make Your Statement | Victoria + Irene

Make more than a fashion statement—make a declaration with Victoria + Irene Apparel Co's Black History T-Shirt Collection . Where Black history , vibrant culture , and authentic style converge, our premium tees serve as bold tributes to the pioneers , movements , and defining moments of Black heritage.

Crafted with eco-friendly materials and profound respect, each T-shirt is a canvas for Black strength , artistic innovation , and enduring legacy . Whether you're amplifying cultural pride or honoring historic achievements , our designs empower you to connect, converse, and stand tall.

  • Declare Your Pride in Black Excellence
  • Invest in a Visionary Black-Owned Brand
  • Choose Designs with Deep Meaning & Purpose

Elevate your style with apparel that tells a story and builds community . Discover the power of Black history tees at Victoria + Irene. Honor the journey , wear the message , and drive the movement forward

Alfred "Rabbit" Dyer tribute T-shirt by Victoria + Irene Apparel Co
Alfred "Rabbit" Dyer
Alfred "Rabbit" Dyer
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
Ali: It's Hard to be HUMBLE T-Shirt in white by Victoria + Irene
Ali: It's Hard to be HUMBLE
Ali: It's Hard to be HUMBLE
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
Angela Davis vs United States T-Shirt in white by Victoria + Irene Apparel Co
Angela Davis vs United States
Angela Davis vs United States
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
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Arthur Ashe : Art T-Shirt featuring artistic tribute to tennis champion
Arthur Ashe : Art
Arthur Ashe : Art
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
Atlanta 9 T-Shirt honoring 1961 school integration pioneers
Atlanta 9
Atlanta 9
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
New
Cando Lopez: Cuban Star T-shirt featuring vintage Cuban baseball design
Cando Lopez: Cuban Star
Cando Lopez: Cuban Star
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
Eartha Kitt T-shirt featuring retro-inspired design
Eartha Kitt
Eartha Kitt
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
New
Edith Trice : Game-changer t-shirt featuring empowering design
Edith Trice : Game-changer
Edith Trice : Game-changer
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
Flo Jo: 10.49 t-shirt featuring record-breaking sprint desig
Flo Jo: 10.49
Flo Jo: 10.49
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
JUN: Juneteenth t-shirt with bold freedom design
JUN: Juneteenth
JUN: Juneteenth
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
James Baldwin t-shirt featuring portrait and inspirational quote
James Baldwin
James Baldwin
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
John 'Pop' Lloyd t-shirt featuring Negro Leagues baseball design
John "Pop" Lloyd
John "Pop" Lloyd
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
John Lewis t-shirt in black
John Lewis
John Lewis
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
John Lewis t-shirt in white
John Lewis
John Lewis
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
Juneteenth: Freedom To Slaves t-shirt with bold freedom design
Juneteenth: Freedom To Slaves
Juneteenth: Freedom To Slaves
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95

Conscience Collection

The Conscience Collection: John Lewis Inspired Civil Rights Apparel

Step into the Legacy: The Conscience Collection by Victoria + Irene

Honor the enduring spirit of civil rights icon John Lewis with the Conscience Collection from Victoria + Irene Apparel Co. This is more than civil rights apparel ; it's a wearable testament to justice, equality, and the courageous call to make 'good trouble.' Each piece—from powerful John Lewis statement tees to purposeful activist hoodies —is a tribute to his unwavering fight for a better world.

Fashion That Speaks Volumes:

Crafted with premium, ethically-sourced materials, our social justice clothing features designs that do more than just look good. They are created to:

  • Inspire Action: Fuel your commitment to change.
  • Spark Conversations: Open dialogues about equality and civil rights.
  • Honor History: Carry forward the lessons and legacy of the movement.

Wear Your Conviction. Embody 'Good Trouble'.

The Conscience Collection empowers you to transform everyday fashion into a fearless declaration. Whether you're an activist on the front lines, an educator shaping minds, or an individual speaking truth through style, this John Lewis tribute wear is designed for changemakers. Stand in solidarity, carry the message, and let your apparel echo the ongoing fight for justice.

Shop the Conscience Collection at Victoria + Irene – Wear the change you wish to see.

John Lewis t-shirt in black
John Lewis
John Lewis
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95
John Lewis t-shirt in white
John Lewis
John Lewis
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$25.95

Basquiat Collection

Channel the Raw Energy: The Jean-Michel Basquiat Collection by Victoria + Irene

Immerse yourself in the visionary world of a Black cultural icon with the Jean-Michel Basquiat Collection from Victoria + Irene Apparel Co. We translate his groundbreaking neo-expressionist art and potent Black cultural narratives into dynamic, Basquiat inspired streetwear . Experience how his fearless messages and iconic symbols are reborn as powerful wearable art , empowering you to not just observe, but to embody his enduring legacy.

Our curated selection of Basquiat t-shirts , hoodies , and statement apparel captures his rebellious spirit and profound artistic impact. Far beyond typical Basquiat merchandise , each garment from Victoria + Irene is a conversation starter, a vibrant tribute to his unapologetic creativity. These aren't just clothes; they are pieces of art history reimagined for today's voice.

Wear the art. Live the legacy. Amplify the voice. Explore the Jean-Michel Basquiat apparel collection now and make your indelible statement with Victoria + Irene.

Jean-Michel Basquiat: Sweater featuring expressive street art design
Jean-Michel Basquiat: Sweater
Jean-Michel Basquiat: Sweater
WEAR THE PAST, INSPIRE THE FUTURE
$35.95

Anderson Carswell, II

Creative Principle

At Victoria + Irene, fashion isn't just about clothes - it's about telling a story. We're dedicated to honoring black history through our designs, inspired by the wisdom of our grandmothers. Our clothes spark conversations about the importance of embracing the past while building a brighter, more empowered future.

When you wear our clothing, we want you to feel a strong connection to your roots. Join us in celebrating the legacy of those who paved the way. Our designs proudly incorporate elements of black culture, history, and heritage - crafted with care and attention to detail. We're passionate about fashion as a powerful tool for education and empowerment, believing every individual can make a positive impact.

Let's come together to celebrate black history and culture, empowering the next generation to carry on the legacy of those who came before us. Together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Victoria + Irene is a fashion brand that celebrates and preserves Black history through clothes. We're passionate about creating one-of-a-kind designs that showcase the beauty and strength of African American culture. We use only the best materials to make clothes that help people feel proud of their heritage. Join us in honoring and protecting the rich legacy of Black history through fashion!

This stuff is fire!

Howard Brown
On Fire

My tee shirt was created by Victoria Irene Apparel Co. It celebrates the Black Press by highlighting The Chicago Defender. Founded in 1905 by Robert S. Abbott it was once considered the "most important" newspaper of its kind.

Tonya Woods
The Chicago Defender

Received a complement about the Chicago Defender shirt from an old lady

Amir
An Admirer of Chicago Defender T-Shirt