Gap and Harlem's Fashion Row Reunite for Denim Collaboration

Five designers of color reimagine Gap's iconic denim as a canvas for creativity

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Gap Inc. and Harlem's Fashion Row (HFR) have reunited for a new 20-piece denim collection featuring the work of five designers of color - Daveed Baptiste, LaTouché, Igdaliah Pickering, Waina Chancy, and Nicole Benefield. The collection celebrates denim as a timeless canvas for personal style and cultural storytelling, with each designer bringing their unique perspectives and craft to redefine iconic Gap denim.

Why it matters

This collaboration continues Gap's legacy in denim by creating space for Black designers whose diverse voices and visions bring new meaning to one of fashion's most iconic materials. It reflects Gap's purpose to bridge gaps and foster inclusion through the power of creativity, showcasing how denim can serve as a medium for individual expression and cultural connection.

The details

The collection features four-piece capsules from each designer, showcasing their approaches to artistry, construction, and material. Daveed Baptiste celebrates Caribbean culture through sculptural garments, LaTouché blends fabric chemistry and tailoring for innovative designs, Igdaliah Pickering infuses pieces with nods to her Virgin Islands background, Waina Chancy creates wearable art inspired by her Haitian heritage, and Nicole Benefield redefines the modern uniform with menswear-inspired utility.

  • The Gap × Harlem's Fashion Row collection will be available starting February 13, 2026 at 12 p.m. ET / 9 a.m. PT.

The players

Gap Inc.

A globally recognized icon of casual American style, founded in San Francisco in 1969 and known for creating loved essentials and culturally-relevant experiences.

Harlem's Fashion Row (HFR)

An organization founded in 2007 by Brandice Daniel that supports emerging Black and Latinx designers and provides a platform to create business opportunities in the fashion industry.

Daveed Baptiste

A Brooklyn-based Haitian-American artist who celebrates Caribbean culture through sculptural, fluid garments.

LaTouché

A designer who blends fabric chemistry, masterful tailoring, and bold colors in innovative denim designs that push the boundaries of construction.

Igdaliah Pickering

A designer born and raised in the Virgin Islands who infuses her surreal textiles and statement-making pieces with nods to Caribbean culture.

Waina Chancy

The founder of Atelier Ndigo, whose architectural detailing and rich textures create wearable art inspired by her Haitian background.

Nicole Benefield

A Brooklyn-born designer who redefines the modern uniform with menswear-inspired utilitarian themes and monochromatic hues.

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What they’re saying

“Denim has always been central to Gap's place in culture. This collection continues our legacy in denim by creating space for Black designers whose perspectives bring new meaning to one of fashion's most iconic materials. It's a reminder of why denim endures at Gap: it serves as a canvas for creativity, individuality, and self-expression.”

— Mark Breitbard, President & CEO of Gap brand (Gap Inc.)

“Denim evolves when new voices are given the opportunity to lead. What makes this collaboration with Gap successful is the ability for designers to authentically reinterpret an iconic brand, while Gap connects them with new audiences. The resulting collection is strong, globally relevant, and built to resonate across international markets; that's when a partnership truly works.”

— Brandice Daniel, CEO and Founder of Harlem's Fashion Row (Gap Inc.)

What’s next

The Gap × Harlem's Fashion Row collection will be available starting February 13, 2026 at 12 p.m. ET / 9 a.m. PT on gap.com and in select Gap store locations, including The Grove, Chestnut Street, Aventura, and Times Square. Styles in the collection range from $98-148 and will also be available in select international markets.

The takeaway

This collaboration between Gap and Harlem's Fashion Row demonstrates how iconic brands can create meaningful opportunities for underrepresented designers to reinterpret classic materials like denim through their unique cultural lenses. By amplifying diverse voices, the collection celebrates the power of fashion to foster inclusion, connection, and self-expression.