Black Designers Rock The Runway At NY Fashion Week Ms. Bels Friday, February 18, 2011 Runway Xclusive, The Runway Rachel Roy Cassie in LaQuan Smith Mercedes-Benz 2o11 NY Fashion Week presented various designs of a diverse group of designers. But with the lack of ethnic models, some may wonder exactly which Black designers represented this year at fashion week. Although few and far between, there were a handful of notable Black designers present who showcased their most desirable pieces…fit for any race. Fashion Designers such as Laura Smalls, Rachel Roy, Michael, Bensoni, and LaQuan Smith all strutted their designs. Check out a few pics from their runway collection: Bensoni Laura Smalls Serena Williams in LaQuan Smith Michael