PDDBM
Please Don't Die Black Men (PDDBM) is a cause-driven nonprofit and fashion brand based in Vancouver, Washington, dedicated to empowering African American/Black communities through education, cultural celebration, and creative expression. Known for our bold, all-over print apparel, we merge impactful messaging with vibrant designs to inspire and uplift. Our initiatives include youth programs in fashion design, journalism, and filmmaking, as well as community events like the annual Black History Month Fashion Show, all aimed at fostering equity and resilience. Explore our collection at pddbm.org/store.
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Future designer runner
Made in Italy
This futuristic runner features smooth Italian materials overlays and a front lace closure
Authentic Italian manufacturing
Each design is meticulously constructed by a skilled network of selected Italian artisans, there are no finer hands in the field. The handcrafting and the materials, are state-of-the-art.
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About Ruby Lewis
Ruby N. Lewis is the Chairwoman and President of Please Don’t Die Black Men (PDDBM), a nonprofit organization she founded to empower African American communities through education, fashion, and the arts. A civil rights activist, multimedia entrepreneur, and fashion designer, Ruby has led initiatives such as the Microaggression Board Game and PDDBM’s all-over print clothing line, both aimed at fostering cultural pride and resilience. Her leadership extends to youth programs in fashion, film, and journalism, and she is also the CEO of Unlimited Creative Corporations and the United States Orphan Coalition, advocating for vulnerable children nationwide.
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