Passionately dubbed ‘The Real HU,’ Howard University’s annual homecoming football game is always jam-packed with tailgating, reunion parties and folks stomping the yard.
This year’s gathering kicked-off with the annual fashion show and the energetic ‘Yard Fest’ that delivered music performances by A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie and more. Also hitting the yard this year were the fashions, from the parking lot to the stadium. Tons of girls and guys weathered the stormy rain in Washington, D.C. and wore their Saturday-best as they greeted and hugged longtime classmates, friends and family members throughout the campus.
Peep our HU street style gallery below and let us know whose homecoming outfit was the best!
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Kahlana Barfield-Brown’s signature street style gave us all the feels at her alma mater
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Tayler Rainey’s du-rag moment was iconic
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Kinsea Ragland’s pop-of-orange was a perfect balance for her vibrant hair color
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Laron Howard’s Burberry moment was campus-ready
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Julye Williams’ color-contrast gave us team spirit
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Kwame Pokus rocks the new Fila x Fendi collection
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Chidozie’s color wave is ready for the big game
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Armani Murrell rocks a purple, bleached-denim look
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Devon Byrd’s neon trench was perfect for the stormy weather
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Jaylin Paschal’s stylish tracksuit was a race to the finish
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Antoine Phillips & Justin Brown tag team the leather jacket trend
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Alan rings the alarm in a stylish red coat
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Dominic Augustin’s leather trench and hoody were spot-on
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Nicole Powell’s nostalgia-tinged HBCU jacket is bomb
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Krystal Amevor’s racy leather was full-on ‘Motorsport’ vibes
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Shannon Carroll’s leather and scarf is the perfect balance with her eyewear
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Khayyiel Smith’s pullover jacket sums up #BlackGirlMagic in one word