I've been making it a point to shop with Black and woman-owned businesses for years now and would share individual finds here and there. And around the holidays, I like to put together Black-owned gift guides. But supporting Black brands and businesses should be a year-round part of our routines. So here are several Black-owned brands to support today, tomorrow, and all the days after that. I'll regularly update this post as I find new Black-owned brands I recommend.
Home
- Art by Are | prints and custom paintings available for commission
- Bespoke Binny on Etsy | African printed homegoods
- Clare Paint | paint design and custom design consultation delivered to your home
- Forvr Mood | home fragrance by Jackie Aina
- Olphactory Candles | black and white, beautifully-scented candles inspired by jazz music
- Southern Lifestyle Co | chic, duo-chrome and African printed kitchen accessories available on Amazon
- Dabira Aroma
Style
- Culture Party Props | screen printed tees influenced by Black and West African culture
- Cushnie | an ultra-feminine luxury apparel brand--also with a more affordable collection: Cushnie x Target
- Flair by Ashi | Ankara printed fashion named for Nigerian women
- Green July Creations | custom occasion wear and textile prints
- Hanifa Official | feminine, unique, upscale clothing
- Inclusive Randomness | buttons, bookmarks, and more steeped in Black culture and girl power
- Melanin Apparel | an extensive library of tanks, t-shirts, sweats, and accessories highlighting everything from icons like Nina Simone to Black 90s sitcoms
- Shop The Read | merch for the culture
- The Riva Nile Collection | handmade jewelry and wreaths
- Grass Fields
- House of Boateng
- Branded by CB
- Inclusive Randomness
- Osei Gems
- Brandon Blackwood
Beauty
- Ashley Byrd Beauty | professional makeup artist specializing in bridal glam
- Black Girl Sunscreen sunscreen with natural ingredients available at Target
- Camille Rose Naturals | natural haircare products available at retailers nationwide including Target and Amazon
- Glossed Glam Factory | luxury nail, lash, and brow bar with glamorous cocktail-themed services
- Holly Hall Supply | simple skincare developed with dermatologists
- Juvia's Place | highly-pigmented makeup palettes made to pop on brown skin
- Kurly Klips | textured clip-in hair extensions and ponytails
- Obia Naturals at Target at Sally Beauty on Amazon
- Soultri Scents
- Pat McGrath
- Fenty Beauty
Wellness
- Cardio Cards | fitness product from a female veteran to help you get fit anywhere (here's my review)
- Essential Body Bar | woman-owned spa
- Inner Me Studios | dance and fitness studio that offers private parties for birthdays, bachelorettes and more (here's my review)
- Radiant Health Mag | health and wellness-focused magazine for and by African women
- Sewncerely Dominique | custom masks, headbands, and baby products
- Spiked Spin | Brooklyn-based spin and fitness studio with really cute merch!
Wine & Spirits
- Aslina Wines | wines from South Africa's first Black woman winemaker
- Black Momma Vodka | classic and flavored vodkas
- Erma Rose Winery local (Katy, TX) winery
- McBride Sisters Wine | California and NZ wines including a subscription service and wine club
- Mixy | mobile mixology, bartending, and hookah service
- Timeless Vodka | vodka made for sipping
- Uncle Nearest | woman-owned whiskey brand in the tradition of the Black man who taught Jack Daniels how to distill it
Professionals/Services
- Adibe Law Group | criminal and personal injury attorney
- D.J. Onuaguluchi | apartment locator
- Dr. Prince Adotama | dermatologist specializing in POC skin
- Fotos by Whit | business, lifestyle, graduation & maternity photography
- Iyiola Are | Houston-area Realtor
- Pharris Photos | wedding photography and videography
- Polished Elements | upscale event planning
- Sawdust & Glitter | custom crafts, art, and design services
- The Radiant Label | luxury gift baskets
- Two More Hands Media | content management, graphics and video editing
- Prauper Studios
Experiences & Activities
- Vibe & Ride
- Love + Make
- Etta's Little Kitchen
- Paper Therapy Cards
Food Brands
- The Cookie Magnet
- The Jank
- Sienna Sauce
- A Dozen Cousins
- Kyvan
- Zach & Zoe
- Auntie I's Foods
Restaurants
- Calabash Tea & Tonic
- Chop n Blok
- Kulture
- Davis St at Hermann Park
- Lucille's
- Craft Burger Bar
Tell me your favorite Black-owned brands in the comments. And sharing is caring so be sure to pin this guide on Pinterest. Thanks for reading!
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