
A CONVERSATION
AN INVITATION TO
At Gracist Brand Clothing, we create wearable art that transcends fashion, blending bold style with sustainability and human connection. Founded by Stephen Jenkins, a New York-born, Richmond-based designer, our vision celebrates conscious creativity and global craftsmanship. We collaborate with artisans in Niger, Africa, to craft one-of-a-kind statement pieces that empower communities, preserve dignity, and showcase their creative genius.
Our Story
The Making of a Gracist
Documentary directed and produced by Alex and and Stephanie Worth by JAWFOX Productions.
Gracist is a documentary that serves as an invitation to a conversation. Centered around the Gracist clothing line, the film examines the transformative power of design as both armor and bridge, weaving together narratives of diversity, resilience, and artistry. Each garment, crafted from fragments of fabrics collected across cultures, becomes a canvas for dialogue.
Through intimate interviews, behind the scenes moments, and editorial visuals, the film reveals how clothing can embody collective memory and challenge audiences to confront both personal and shared histories. Gracist is about what we wear and what those choices say, and the conversations they ignite.
Director’s Statement by Alex Worth
As a filmmaker, I believe stories are at their most powerful when they break silence and spark dialogue. Gracist began as a collaboration with a clothing line but quickly became a deeper exploration of how fabric, fashion, and identity can intersect to challenge and inspire. I wanted to create a film that does not just showcase clothing but holds space for conversation, sometimes uncomfortable, always necessary. The patchwork nature of these garments mirrors the patchwork of our society: different textures, colors, and stories stitched together. My hope is that this documentary invites audiences to reflect, engage, and carry the conversation beyond the screen.
Our Pieces
Each garment is a vibrant canvas, weaving together West African heritage with American innovation, sparking dialogue and honoring shared humanity.Our designs merge cotton, wool, leather, and Niger fabrics, reflecting the rich traditions and stories of the artisans we partner with. These unique creations are more than clothing—they are bold expressions of culture, history, and individuality, designed to inspire and connect. By prioritizing ethical production and environmental consciousness, we ensure every piece supports both the planet and the families of our collaborators, fostering economic empowerment and cultural pride.
Every piece is authentic, unique, and is a part of rewriting our own stories through fashion, creating truly wearable art.
Creative Director
Stephen Jenkins
“As a designer, I believe fashion can be a powerful tool for social change by promoting an understanding and appreciation of different cultures. Through the joining of denim and traditional fabrics from the Republic of the Niger, I create clothing to celebrate the beauty, diversity, rich history, and traditions of West African culture through the use of geometric patterns, symbolic motifs, and natural dyes. I remain committed to using sustainable practices in my work by sourcing fabrics from ethical supplies using eco-friendly dyes and finishes.”

Join with us as we seek to systematically change the fashion industry, one piece, one conversation, and one life at a time.
INTRODUCING
THE CAMO COLLECTION
The beauty of chaos - Blend in, stand out.
For this Fall’s collection we bring you the perfect unifying statement piece which allows you to both blend in and stand out at the same time. It’s time to hide in Plain Sight.







An Invitation to a Conversation
Gracist Brand Clothing stands as a social catalyst, redefining fashion as a force for good. When you wear Gracist, you carry a singular work of art that embodies purpose, beauty, and the transformative power of collaboration. Our mission is to bridge continents, rewrite narratives, and celebrate the vibrant heritage of our global community. Every stitch tells a story of creativity, sustainability, and connection, inviting you to join us in wearing art that not only looks good but also does good, creating a brighter, more inclusive future for all.
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