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Support Black-Owned Businesses: 450+ Places to Start Online

  • Mar 7, 2024
  • 6 min read

Luckily, you can support Black-owned businesses in many ways — check out these four ideas to get started.

  • Shop at Black-owned businesses. ...

  • Promote Black-owned businesses. ...

  • Invest in Black-owned businesses. ...

  • Include Black-owned businesses in community events.


Support Black - Owned Businesses
Black Businesses Matter

While the economic challenges of the last few years have tested organizations of all stripes, Black-owned businesses closed their doors at twice the rate of other businesses during the pandemic. Studies show that less access to the financial system and lack of family wealth to draw from – both key avenues of financial security during economic slowdowns – are partly to blame.


Consumer spending habits are another major challenge for Black-owned businesses, which can struggle to scale up because of a misperception that their target market is a narrow demographic. Minority-owned businesses, however, are often marketing to broader audiences who never consider them.


I have personally experienced how convenient it is to visit the website of a prominent retailer and locate a significant portion of my shopping list in a single location. However, in order to contribute to the advancement of Black-owned enterprises in the United States, UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands, I have assembled an extensive roster of more than 450 Black-owned businesses spanning various sectors. Please take a moment to explore the list provided below!


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Dena's Black Business List

  • Jan 20, 2024
  • 1 min read

Business

City

Service

Social Media

Website

Contact #

Notes

Aiontraining


Athletics

@Aiontraining

www.aiontraining.com

(626) 382-7600

Older Adult-Centered Gym

Alfred Burns

Pasadena

Athletics

@abgotthejuice



Basketball Trainer

Fight Academy Pasadena

Pasadena

Athletics

@fightacademy

www.fightacademypasadena.com

#: (626) 737-0442

Martial Arts training - Email: sy@fightacademymma.com

Milennial and Fit

Pasadena

Athletics

@millennialandfit



Trainer

Two Dragons Martial Art

Altadena

Athletics

twodragonsmartialarts.com



Martial Arts +Fitness

AshleyRose Cosmetics

Pasadena

Beauty & Skincare

@ashleyrose_cosmetics

Www.MyNeutralGarden.com


Ashleyrosecosmetics@yahoo.com

Be well body work

Pasadena

Beauty & Skincare

@Bewellbodywork

Book Appointment Here


Massage and Body Work

Girl House Beauty Bar

Pasadena

Beauty & Skincare

@girlhousebeautybar




jmbeauty

Pasadena

Beauty & Skincare

@jjmbeauty

jmbeauty


jmbeauty.cc@gmail.com

Lady Bug Minks

Pasadena

Beauty & Skincare

@__ladybugminks_




Lassandra’Le Cosmetics

Pasadena

Beauty & Skincare

@Lassandralecosmetics

Www.lassandralecosmetics.net

626.461.2211


Love Feathers Skin Care

Pasadena

Beauty & Skincare

@lovefeathersskincare

Etsy Link



Lustoffflavors

Pasadena

Beauty & Skincare

@lustofflavors_




Nature Boy

Pasadena

Beauty & Skincare

@natureboyig




Queens organic blends

Pasadena

Beauty & Skincare


Home | Queens Organic Blends



R&R Cosmetique

Pasadena

Beauty & Skincare

@rr_cosmetique




Stay Ready Aesthics

Pasadena

Beauty & Skincare

@stayreadyaesthetics



Waxing Services

Threo Skin

Pasadena

Beauty & Skincare

@threoskin

https://www.threoskin.com/


Skin Care /Facial/Chemical Peels/Acne Specialist

WickedFast skin care

Pasadena

Beauty & Skincare

@officialwickedfast

wickedfastskincare.com


Skin Care/Tattoo After Care

Your Aunties Oils

Pasadena

Beauty & Skincare

@yourauntiesoils



Oils

Stay ready aesthetics

Paaadena

Beauty and Skincare

@StayReadyAesthetics



Spa

The Natural Beauty Bar

Pasadena

Beauty and Skincare

@thenaturalbeautybarr



Skincare Products

Altadena Beauty Supply

Altadena

Beauty Supply

@altadenabeautysupply

https://studiovucsihair.bigcartel.com/



ShesBundled

Pasadena

Beauty Supply

@shesbundled




My Neutral Garden


Candles

@myneutralgarden

Www.MyNeutralGarden.com


RaeynaCoach@gmail.com

Delta 9 Organic

Pasadena

Cannabis

@



Marijuana Dispensary

AUX Mobile Car Care

Pasadena

Car Services

@auxmobilecarcare

www.auxmobilecarcare.com

888-997-2893

Auto detailing

April Blooms

Pasadena

Clothing

@shopaprilblooms

www.aprilblooms.com



Bourgeois boutique

Pasadena

Clothing

@Curves_bourgeoisboutique

Www.shopbourgeoisboutique.com

Msmoniquewoods@yahoo.com


Chosen 1

Pasadena

Clothing

@chosen1

https://chosenoneteam.com/



Created for Greatness

Pasadena

Clothing

@wearecfg




Dena Shirt Co.

Pasadena

Clothing

@denashirtcompany




Dowlahz Boy Clothing


Clothing

@dowlahboyzclothing__




Emotionless

Pasadena

Clothing

@emotionlessbrand

https://www.emotionlessworldwide.com/



Exceed All Expectation

Pasadena

Clothing

@eaexpectations




First to Third

Pasadena

Clothing

@first_to_third




Forever Woke Apparel

Pasadena

Clothing

@foreverwokeapparel

https://foreverwokeapparel.com/



Indefinable

Pasadena

Clothing

@indefinableonez

https://www.indefinableonez.com/



Infantry

Pasadena

Clothing

@infantrycollective




IV what its worth

Pasadena

Clothing

@ivwhat

https://ivwhat.com/



JettLaggCo

Pasadena

Clothing

@jettlaggco

https://www.etsy.com/shop/jettlagg/



Just 2 Nice

Pasadena

Clothing

@j2nclothing

https://linktr.ee/j2nclothing



Kliek Boutique

Pasadena

Clothing

@shopatkliek

https://www.kliekboutique.com/



Know Name Co

Pasadena

Clothing

@knownameco

www.knownameco.com



Koo

Pasadena

Clothing

@koo.company




Made In Dena

Pasadena

Clothing

@made_in_dena

https://www.madeindena.com/



Pa$adenai$h

Pasadena

Clothing

@Pasadenaish_i_stay_hustlin



11-6

Pasadena Classic

Pasadena

Clothing

@pasadenaclassic

https://linktr.ee/pasadenaclassic



Rhythms of the Village

Pasadena

Clothing

@1rhythmsofthevillage

https://www.rhythmsofthevillage.com/



SixthBornSon

Pasadena

Clothing

@sixthbornson




Solid

Pasadena

Clothing

@solidnfnb




Speed University

Pasadena

Clothing





Team Bigg Hailo

Pasadena

Clothing





The twistopher collection

Pasadena

Clothing

@twistophercollection

https://thetwistophercollection.com/



Vanity

Pasadena

Clothing

@__inuswetrust




Visions of Life Tomorrow

Pasadena

Clothing

@visionsoflifetomorrow




Wayne's fashion

Pasadena

Clothing




2308 Lincoln Ave, Altadena, CA 91001-

yougetwaisted

Pasadens

Clothing

@yougetwaisted

yougetwaisted.com



Created 4 Greatness

Pasadena

Clothing

@youngblackamerica




Denaboy + Denagirl Apparel

Dena

Clothing

@itsottobots




Divine By Design


Clothing

@divinebydesign20

www.divinebydesign20.com

divinebydesign1980@gmail.com


Obvious Giant Clothing

Pasadena

Clothing

@Tribeofdena




Out With My Crew


Clothing

@Outwithmycrew




Strict program

Pasadena

Clothing

@strictprogram

https://strictprogram.com/



Unfadeable Printing Co

Pasadena

Clothing Service

@unfadeable



Embroidery Shop

Journey Christine

Pasadena

Cloting

@shopJourneyChristine

www.JourneyChristine.com



Coast 2 Coast Roasters


Coffee

@coast2coastroasters

Coast2coastroasters.com



Sailors Brew Coffee

Pasadena

Coffee

@sailorsbrewcoffee




Because we Care

Pasadena

Community Services

@bwchoopz



Community Center

Harambe

Paaadena

Community Services

@harambeeministries



Tutoring, creative development, Music, Etc

Hens Teeth Shopping Square

Pasadena

Community Services




1st Strip Mall Buit

Ideal Youth Inc

Pasadena

Community Services

@ideal_youth_inc




Jade Love Kids Foundation

Pasadena

Educational Services

@jadelovekids

https://www.jadelovekids.org/programs



Rose Bud Academy

Pasadena

Educational Services

@pasadena_rosebud



Charter School

Flawless Wedding & Events

Pasadena

Event Planning

@denise.flawlessevents



Event Planner

Altadena Farmers Market

Altadena

Farmer's Market

@altadenafm

http://altadenafarmersmarket.com/



Luna Business Loans

Pasadena

Finance

@luna.loans.on.homes



Loans

Follow My Gut

Pasadena

Food Blog

@followmygut


 


Dena Pounds

Pasadena

Food Blog

@bitesbythepound




A1 Comeback

Paaadena

Food Service

@a1comeback




Chef Ro

Pasadena

Food Service

@romanstylesiv




Granny's Backdoor

Pasadena

Food Service

@grannybackdoor




Marvista Kitchen

Pasadena

Food Service

@marvistakitchen




Meal Preps by Rob


Food Service

@mealprepsbyrob

mealprepsbyrob.com



Simone B Catering


Food Service

@simonebcatering




Snack Rack

Pasadena

Food Service

@getsnackrack


(626)788-0757


SweetNCrumbles

Pasadena

Food Service

@sweetNcrumbles



Pick up / Delivery of desserts

The Gourmet Cobbler Factory

Pasadena

Food Service

@thegourmetcobblerfactory



Pick up / Delivery

The REAL Way Joint

Pasadena

Food Service

@therealwayjoint

https://therealwayjoint.square.site/


Pick up / Delivery

Bianca Leight

Pasadena

Hair Service

@biancaleightthebarber




Dions barbershop

Pasadena

Hair Service

@diansbarbershop




Extended Beauty Bar


Hair Service

@Extendedbeautybar

www.extendedbeautybar.com



Hair is my Story

Pasadena

Hair Service

@hairs_my_story




Rich Luxe Hair


Hair Service

@richluxehair

Www.richluxehair.com



Hands in the Soil

Pasadena

Health & Wellness

@handsinthesoil




Smile agency

Pasadena

Health & Wellness

@thesmileagency



Dentist

David Lewis

Altadena

Home Services



626-808-6003

HVAC (Heating & A/C)

Ervin Love Plumbing

Pasadena

Home Services




Plumbing

MP Home Services

Pasadena

Home services

@mphomeservices



Candles

Bodhivsn

Pasadena

Jewerly

@bodhivsn

www.bodhivsn.com



Cr8tive Genes

Pasadena

Jewerly

@cr8tivegenes

https://cr8tivegenes.bigcartel.com/



Just Kweenin

Pasadena

Jewerly

@justkweenin

www.Etsy.com/shop/JustKweenin


Just.Kweenin@gmail.com

Shades of My Melanin

Pasadena

Jewerly

@shadesofmymelanin




Shellese Aunje

Pasadena

Jewerly

@shelleseaunje

https://www.shelleseaunje.com/



Wood Law Center

Pasadena

Law Services




Law Office

4 Discussion

Pasadena

Media & Entertainment

@4discussion



Discussions Toppicks4discussion

Pasadena Black Pages

Pasadena

Media & Entertainment

@pasadenablackpages

www.pasadenablackpages.com


Media + Advertising

Tara James

Pasadena

Media & Entertainment

@bymsjames



Artist

Tribe of Dena

Dena

Media & Entertainment

@tribeofdena



Information

Nail Files LA

Pasadena

Nails Services

@nailfilesla




Panic Nails

Pasadena

Nails Services

@panicroomnails

https://www.girlhouse-panicroom.com/



Theblackminglee

Pasadena

Nails Services

@theblackmi

www,styleseat.com/modeep



Wolf Customs & Repairs

Pasadena

Phone Services

@_wolfcustoms_




Pasadena Party Patrol


Rentals

@pasadenapartypatrol



Photobooth

Bonnie B BBQ

Pasadena

Restaurant


https://www.bonniebssmokin.com



Culture Shock Cafe

Pasadena

Restaurant

@culture_shock_cafe




Little Red Hen

Altadena

Restaurant





Pasadena Fish Market

Pasadena

Restaurant





Perry's Joint

Pasadena

Restaurant

@perrysjoint

https://perrysjoint.com/



Rodney's Ribs

Pasadena

Restaurant

@rodneysribs




Sweet.Cawenzo

Pasadena

Restaurant

@sweet.cawenzo




UEDF Fish and Chips

Pasadena

Restaurant



626-794-0277


Endanged LA

Pasadena

Shoe Consignment

EndangeredLA

ENDANGERED LA

(626) 644-5932

999 East Colorado Blvd

Dowlahz Ent. LLC


Visual Arts

@dowlahz.ent

Www.dowlahzent.com


•Photographer •Videographer •Party Invitations/Flyers •IPHONE REPAIR/SCREEN

Kreative Eye Design

Altadena

Visual Arts

@kreative_eye_design

www.kreativeeyedesign.com


Branding, Marketing, Graphic + Web Design

Writing the Untold Story

Altadena

Writing and Communication

@WTUStory

writingtheuntoldstory.com


Editing

Creator: Hood Liberation and @mselhawary

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Supporting, Shopping, and Sharing #BlackBusiness in 2024!.

  • Jan 1, 2024
  • 18 min read

Updated: Jan 23, 2024

Keeping the Spirit of Black History Alive all year long. #HappyNewYear #2024 #Love


Companies to Support Now and Forever

Buying from Black-owned shops, stores and brands is one of the many ways to be an ally and show support to a community that has been deeply affected by systemic racism (FYI: Black business owners are turned down for loans twice as often). Your money can make a difference, especially when you make a commitment to buy Black for everyday lifestyle staples like makeup, clothes and accessories, food and anything else you need.

Our hope is that you'll find some new favorite products here that you can continue to shop longterm — and, because we're just scratching the surface with these recommendations, we promise to continue updating this list.

We Need your Help (Enroll and Support)

Support Free > Must Share!

Build $25 year (add to list) > Must Share

Partner $100 year (add to list + Business Services)


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TV Networks / African Americans (Top 14)

Black Organizations (Top 8)

Shopping (Top 4)

Books





Dental Care by Black Dentist

Black Mental Health Resources

Black Mental Health Resource


Please note: The resources included here are not endorsed by NAMI, and NAMI is not responsible for the content of or service provided by any of these resources.

Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective (BEAM)Group aimed at removing the barriers that Black people experience getting access to or staying connected with emotional health care and healing through education, training, advocacy and the creative arts.

Black Men HealLimited and selective free mental health service opportunities for Black men.

Black Mental Health Alliance — (410) 338-2642Provides information, resources and a “Find a Therapist” locator to connect with a culturally competent mental health professional.

Black Mental WellnessProvides access to evidence-based information and resources about mental health and behavioral health topics from a Black perspective, as well as training opportunities for students and professionals.

Black Women’s Health ImperativeOrganization advancing health equity and social justice for Black women through policy, advocacy, education, research and leadership development.

Boris Lawrence Henson FoundationBLHF has launched the COVID-19 Free Virtual Therapy Support Campaign to raise money for mental health services provided by licensed clinicians in our network. Individuals with life-changing stressors and anxiety related to the coronavirus will have the cost for up to five (5) individual sessions defrayed on a first come, first serve basis until all funds are committed or exhausted.

Brother You’re on My MindAn initiative launched by Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. and NIMHD to raise awareness of the mental health challenges associated with depression and stress that affect Black men and families. Website offers an online toolkit that provides Omega Psi Phi Fraternity chapters with the materials needed to educate fellow fraternity brothers and community members on depression and stress in Black men.

Ebony's Mental Health Resources by StateList of Black-owned and focused mental health resources by state as compiled by Ebony magazine.

Melanin and Mental HealthConnects individuals with culturally competent clinicians committed to serving the mental health needs of Black & Latinx/Hispanic communities. Promotes the growth and healing of diverse communities through its website, online directory and events.Mocha HealthOnline community for Black women to seek support.

Ourselves BlackProvides information on promoting mental health and developing positive coping mechanisms through a podcast, online magazine and online discussion groups.

POC Online ClassroomContains readings on the importance of self care, mental health care, and healing for people of color and within activist movements.

Sista AfyaOrganization that provides mental wellness education, resource connection and community support for Black women.

Therapy for Black GirlsOnline space dedicated to encouraging the mental wellness of Black women and girls. Offers listing of mental health professionals across the country who provide high quality, culturally competent services to Black women and girls, an informational podcast and an online support community.

The SIWE ProjectNon-profit dedicated to promoting mental health awareness throughout the global Black community.

The Steve FundOrganization focused on supporting the mental health and emotional well-being of young people of color.




List of Black-Owned Banks by State

List of Black-Owned Banks by State

We compiled a list of Black-owned banks across the U.S. so you can support these financial institutions and help build wealth within the African American community. Note that not every state has a Black-owned bank with physical branch locations.

Alabama

  • Alamerica Bank

  • Citizens Trust Bank

  • Commonwealth National Bank

Arkansas

  • Hope Credit Union

California

  • Broadway Federal Bank

District of Columbia

  • Phi Beta Sigma Federal Credit Union

  • Howard University Employees Federal Credit Union

  • City First Bank

Florida

  • FAMU Federal Credit Union

Georgia

  • Carver State Bank

  • Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Federal Credit Union

Illinois

  • GN Bank

Indiana

  • Mount Zion Indianapolis Credit Union

Kansas

  • Liberty Bank

Kentucky

  • Liberty Bank

Louisiana

  • Southern Teachers & Parents Federal Credit Union

Maryland

  • Harbor Bank of Maryland

  • Municipal Employees Credit Union of Baltimore

  • Andrews Federal Credit Union

  • Democracy Federal Credit Union

  • Industrial Bank

Massachusetts

  • OneUnited Bank

Michigan

  • First Independence Bank

  • Liberty Bank

Minnesota

  • First Independence Bank

Mississippi

  • Jackson Area Federal Credit Union

  • Hope Credit Union

  • Liberty Bank

Missouri

  • St. Louis Community Credit Union

Montana

  • City First Bank

New Jersey

  • Messiah Baptist Church Federal Credit Union

  • Andrews Federal Credit Union

  • Industrial Bank

New York

  • Carver Bank

  • Urban Upbound Federal Credit Union

  • Industrial Bank

North Carolina

  • Mechanics & Farmers Bank

  • Greater Kinston Credit Union

Ohio

  • Adelphi Bank

  • Toledo Metro Credit Union

  • Toledo Urban Federal Credit Union

Oklahoma

  • First Security Bank and Trust Company

Pennsylvania

  • United Bank of Philadelphia

  • Hill District Federal Credit Union

South Carolina

  • Optus Bank

  • Palmetto Health Credit Union

  • Brookland Federal Credit Union

Tennessee

  • Citizens Bank

  • Hope Credit Union

  • Liberty Credit Union

Texas

  • Unity National Bank

  • Faith Cooperative Credit Union

  • Mount Olive Baptist Church Federal Credit Union

  • Oak Cliff Christian Federal Credit Union

Virginia

  • Virginia State University Federal Credit Union

  • Andrews Federal Credit Union

  • Democracy Federal Credit Union

  • Transit Employees Federal Credit Union

Wisconsin

  • Columbia Savings and Loan Association



100 Black-Owned Businesses (Featured this month) Free to add new!

Alaffia offers sustainable, fair trade skin and haircare products for the whole family, from shampoos to face and body washes, in large sizes at affordable price points. The company's products contain high-quality ingredients like shea butter and coconut oil, and its Authentic African Black Soap even won a Good Housekeeping Sustainable Packaging Award in 2019. Product sales also help fund the brand’s foundation, which gives back to the African communities that harvest their ingredients.

Enhancing one's natural beauty is something that the team at Ami Colé has in the bag. All products are designed to highlight and not cover up. The skin tint is a sheer liquid cream available in six melanin-rich shades and the lip treatment oil is truly flattering for all shades.

Bee Love employs formerly incarcerated individuals as a way to offer them a fresh chance at establishing a new life. True to its name, the company makes everything from honey to honey-infused skincare products like indulgent body balms and sugar scrubs.

A trusted source for beauty and skincare advice, New York cosmetic chemist Ron Robinson has channeled his passion for innovative skincare ingredients and technologies into his own boutique skincare brand. Using a patented technology that encapsulates Vitamin C to make it shelf-stable and prevent degradation from light and air, his serums and moisturizers caught the attention of the chemists in GH’s Beauty Lab.

If you don't know about this amazing hair care brand, you're missing out. The Be Gentle, Be Kind shampoo and conditioner will leave your hair feeling fresh, vibrant and soft. Bonus: No harsh sulfates, silicones or parabens are used in the products.

Camille Rose is known for its collection of skin and hair products in an array of delicious scents and textures. Originally created to help founder Janell Stephens' kids with their eczema, the brand's products smell good enough to eat.

Many forget that it's important to not only moisturize your hair, legs, arms and feet but all parts of your body. ConditionHer is an all natural feminine moisturizer made to help keep you hydrated without disturbing your PH balance. It also helps sooth painful chafing and irritation. Think beyond your average conditioner in the hair aisle or body creams.

Working in product development with some of the biggest cosmetics companies, self-taught makeup artist and innovator Danessa Myricks saw a gap in the beauty industry and decided she'd fill it herself. Danessa Myricks Beauty makes multi-functional products that can be used on different areas of the face.

Founded by a mother-daughter team, Eu’Genia Shea donates 15% of the profits from sales of its pure shea butter balms for skin and hair to the female workers in Ghana who produce the ingredient. The tins are cute, portable and spill-proof, too.

Take your day from drab to fab just by applying KNC's under-eye or lip mask. These luxe masks will plump and hydrate those two areas to give you a more refreshed look.

Mompreneur Tiffany Staten is the genius behind London and Grant Co, whose products are mindfully sourced and arrive in eco-conscious packaging. They offer skincare items like fragrance-free butters, oil and scrubs — and you can get them all at Nordstrom.

Inclusivity is what this makeup brand offers with a vast range of shades in foundations, eyeshadows and more, providing options for every complexion. They even have a “shade finder” option on their site to help you find your perfect shade.

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Founded by Diishan Imira, Mayvenn seeks to offer top-quality human hair and beauty products in a seamless online purchasing experience. Mayvenn offers virgin straight hair that comes in multiple colors and lengths that'll suit all your needs.

Founded by Malaika Jones, Brown Girl Jane is a plant-based wellness and beauty brand with products ranging from skincare to candles to fragrances. The entirety of Brown Girl Jane’s collection is ethically sourced and cruelty-free.

Sacha began its operations in Trinidad and Tobago in 1979. The original idea was to create a beauty line that helped Caribbean women get representation, but over the years, the brand has blossomed into one that's used by women of color everywhere. The Buttercup Setting Powder helps to blur fine lines and pores for a photo-ready look.

The mission of Black Radiance is quite simple: to empower women of color around the world to own their unique beauty. Black Radiance offers products that celebrate self-acceptance and inner strength.

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Bookstores

Just visiting the Brave + Kind website will fill you with wonder. The diverse books offered largely focus on early readers and young adults, but there is an adult section offering recommendations to broaden your reading diet.

Cafe con Libros is more than a bookseller. It’s a bookshop, a cafe and a feminist community space where women, in particular, can feel safe and welcome. And with book clubs dedicated specifically to women of color and feminism, it helps readers find kindred spirits and deepen their understanding of the world and each other.

Hannah Oliver Depp, the Black and queer founder of Loyalty Bookstores, started the company to bring more diverse voices to the industry and to provide a space that feels like home for marginalized people. And for those of us who seek refuge on the page, there’s nothing more necessary.

The Lit. Bar opened on National Indie Bookstore Day in 2019 as the only bookshop in the Bronx. Today, it serves the community it calls home with events, a wine bar and a mission statement that’s as lit as the spot itself. Founder Noëlle Santos has created a space where you can find a new favorite read with a glass of something in hand, and we're here for it.

Semicolon Bookstore and gallery is a Black woman-owned bookstore that also has a nonprofit arm dedicated to raising literacy rates in Chicago by providing free books to Chicago Public School students. Getting students reading and an art-filled, inviting space? Count us all the way in.

This bookstore and coffee shop located in the City of Brotherly Love — founded by Marc Lamont Hill — not only serves high-quality java and impeccably curated literature, but was made to provide a safe space for people in underserved communities to access books. At Uncle Bobbie's, members of the community can attend workshops, author events, weekly story time for children and more.

Eyeseeme African American Children's Bookstore serves as a resource to parents, teachers and schools by providing children’s books that promote positive representation and stories about African American culture and history.

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Clothing and Accessories

These shoes are a favorite of our Good Housekeeping Institute Senior Textiles Analyst and were selected as one of our Best Products of 2021. Arch NYC makes fun and showstopping shoes to add flair to any look.

Twin sisters Corianna and Brianna Dotson were bullied as kids, so much so that they made safety goggles to protect them from onlookers. It created an alter-ego for them. Fast forward to 2009 and Coco and Breezy Eyewear was born. They have a full collection of chic and stylish optical eyewear and sunglasses.

Some of the prettiest dresses you will ever find! With fun colors and festive florals, their designs have been known to sell out quickly, so smash that "buy" button if something special catches your eye.

After experiencing hair breakage caused by the constant friction from a car seat on a bumpy 8-hour ride during a 2014 trip to Kenya —owner Grace Eleyae decided she had enough. She created the slap cap, a satin-lined hat that protected her hair from friction and damage that standard hats can cause. Since its launch, the company has expanded to multiple silk and satin-lined products to help promote hair protection.

Jameel Mohammed designs modern and sleek jewelry that is polished and sculptural. It's a celeb-favorite brand as well.

Liya Kebede is an Ethiopian-born model and founder of Lemlem. The entire artisan collection — which includes women’s, men’s, children’s and home — is made in Africa. Lemlem is known for its classic African patterns and techniques that create pieces that are loved by celebrities like January Jones and Molly Sims. You’ll find colorful modern stripes, light breezy dresses and enticing textures within each collection.

Malacia Anderson, owner and designer of Li-Li’s Creations, has a love for vintage '50s and '60s fashion. She’s combined that love with vibrant prints to create a modern and sophisticated collection full of eye-popping colors, classic silhouettes and quality craftsmanship.

Parsons School of Design graduate and fashion designer Hassan Pierre joined forces with fashion activist and philanthropist Amanda Hearst as well as entrepreneur and investor Carmen Busquets in 2015 to launch the luxury ethical fashion platform Maison de Mode. Shop Maison de Mode for a range of stylish sustainable pieces, from loungewear to beachwear to eveningwear, plus jewelry and accessories, that meet the brand’s mission of fashion for good.

For statement-making dresses, look no further than Míe. The brand was launched in 2018 and is located in Lagos, Nigeria. Local seamstresses and artisans make the stunning apparel from natural and biodegradable fabrics.

Co-founders Ruby Herrera and Taylor Clarkson started a business and community to unite and celebrate people with mixed identities. The result is Mixed Millennial, a blog that sells gorgeous sterling silver and gold necklaces that symbolize the duality of the mixed experience and reuniting different cultures and backgrounds.

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If you're not afraid of color, you'll love handbag designer Murway. Their signature Momo Bag comes in a rainbow of colors including 24K gold yellow, electric blue and purple rain, just to name a few. Each is handcrafted and can be worn as a hand or shoulder bag.

Former dancer Erin Carpenter was always frustrated when she couldn't find hosiery to match her skin tone. She used that frustration to create Nude Barre, a line of tights, bralettes and underwear that come in 13 shades so you're sure to find a match.

Founder Marsha Douglas-Syndor couldn’t find a pair of sunglasses to match her complexion so she started her own company. The eyewear shade finder helps you find your perfect pair of chic glasses.

Smash Shoes' goal is to provide trendy footwear for women that go beyond the “standard” sizing so everyone can step out in style. The company offers shoes in sizes 10-14 from heels to fun and colorful flats. Their signature thigh-high boots are a favorite of our Products and Reviews Updates Editor who said, “I love that I finally have a pair of boots that I not only look good in but feel good in, as well.”

After years of viral sketches and multiple television ventures, the friend and comedy group Dormtainment has added yet another title to their impressive resume. In 2020 the group launched its own eyewear company, selling bright and trendy sunglasses for less than $100.

After attending the same schools from pre-school to college, a group of childhood friends decided to take their relationship a step further and become business partners. Inspired by the love for their HBCU, spring break and the memories of their hometown in North Carolina, SPGBK designs watches in a range of beautiful colors from brights reds to neutrals for people of any gender that can be worn dressed up or down.

Shopping sustainably is key to a healthier environment, and Thrilling is a Black-Owned vintage boutique that can help. The retailer site sources unique clothing and accessory items from over 250 independent vintage stores from across the country, including trendy sunglasses and statement jewelry.

Multi-platinum singer Ciara launched her clothing line in 2021. From bodycon dresses to miniskirts and functional jumpsuits, Lita by Ciara offers something for every sartorial aesthetic.

Mother and daughter duo Rebecca Henry and Akua Shabaka strive for their brand, House of AAMA, to become the next “great expression” in fashion. The label sells dresses and separates for both men and women that are emblazoned with striking patterns.

Did you know that Nicole Richie owns her own fashion brand? It's called House of Harlow, and the brand was founded in 2008, offering sunglasses, jewelry, dresses and other accoutrements. House of Harlow has even collaborated with Revolve on limited-edition collections.

If you're in the market for a luxe hat, take a look at the unisex fedora and baseball caps made by Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. brothers Archie Clay III and Tajh Crutch for their brand Wear Brims.

One of the first bags that Brandon Blackwood and his eponymous label created was a tote with the words "End Systemic Racism" etched across it. Since then, the brand has been on the arms of celebs like Saweetie, The City Girls and Kim Kardashian.

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Food and Drink

Beyond making flavor-packed slow-cooked vegan beans, A Dozen Cousins also provides an annual grant to nonprofit organizations working to provide healthy lifestyle education in underserved communities.

Is it a cake? The team at BCake NY can make just about any style of cake — whether you prefer a three-tier traditional cake or something that is a bit out of the norm, this bakery has got you covered. Created by Miriam Milord, who originally started making cakes for friends and family but after much attention and demand, she decided to start making cakes full-time in 2009 and the rest is delicious history.

Entrepreneur Courtney Adeleye launched Cool Coffee Clique in late 2020. The company offers super flavorful coffees and teas in packaging that's just as pleasing. It also sells stylish coffee appliances and functional accessories like laptop cases and reusable cups.

After creator and aspiring Olympic gymnast Taylor Lindsay-Noel was left paralyzed from an accident while training, she was determined to find a new dream to fulfill. In 2018, Lindsay-Noel launched Cup of Té where you can find fragrant and delicious loose-leaf teas such as noms berry delight, zesty lemon ginger or cream of earl grey.

These Spelman College classmates combined their passion for business and chocolate: the duo went from wrapping chocolate bars in their living room to running their business on the historic Strivers Row District in Harlem. There, you can find golden brownstone chocolate bars that pay tribute to the neighborhood as well as bonbons, cookie cakes and more.

Enjoy a medium-bodied chardonnay, a sparkling rosé or a lively red blend from this wine brand, which was created by sisters Robin McBride and Andréa McBride-John. Some labels read "Black Girl Magic" and "Yes She Can" if you need a little inspiration while you sip.

Jeff Martin co-founded Pipcorn Heirloom Snacks with his sister, Jen, and his wife, Teresa Tsou, in 2012. Since then they’ve closed a $200,000 deal on Shark Tank, secured cross-country distribution at Whole Foods and made it onto Oprah’s Favorite Things list several times, all thanks to their gourmet heirloom popcorn and other tasty snacks. GH’s Registered Dietitian is also a fan, calling the popcorn "crunchy and flavorful."

All of the cookies at Salt n Sprinkles are dairy-free, egg-free and totally delicious. If you're looking for an allergen-friendly treat, you've come to the right place.

After her favorite chicken wing restaurant closed, owner Tyla-Simone Crayton decided to take matters into her own hands and started a sauce company at just 14 years old. With flavors like lemon pepper, spicy and tangy, you might want to stick to making wings in your air fryer and topping them with the flavorful Sienna Sauce instead of ordering takeout.

Co-founded by James Beard Award winner Chef Mashama Bailey, The Grey's elevated dishes are inspired by her Southern roots and techniques she learned at culinary school in France. The Grey restaurant is located in Savannah, Georgia but some of Bailey’s delicious creations can be delivered right to your door. Using Goldbelly, you can order their flaky buttermilk biscuits, bread and butter pickles, salted honey pie and more to be delivered nationwide.

Trade Street Jam Co. is turning out excellent small-batch, low-sugar fruit spreads with deliciously unusual flavors like smoked yellow peach, strawberry, chipotle and fig and blueberry lemon basil. Spread it onto toast, stir it into vanilla ice cream, or, like the foodies in the GH Test Kitchen have been known to do, eat it by the spoonful.

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When Fawn Weaver heard that a formerly enslaved Black man named Nathan “Nearest” Green taught Jack Daniel (yes, that Jack Daniel) how to make whiskey, she knew she had to make his story known to as many people as possible. And she did just that by founding Uncle Nearest, a premium whiskey brand in honor of Nearest, the first-known African American master distiller.

What started as a beekeeping passion project for Summer and Kam Johnson has become an epic brand selling raw wildflower honey. Their unique jars, blended with good-for-you ingredients like beetroot powder, matcha and ginger root, are the perfect addition to any sweet or savory dish.

Askanya Chocolates is Haiti’s first premier bean-to-bar chocolate company. Askanya offers chocolate bars in different cacao variations, including rich dark chocolates with up to 90 percent cocoa for a truly decadent experience. The brand also makes inventive flavors like lime and orange chocolate for those who are more adventurous.

Founded by two college friends, Amanda Fields and Brendan Smith, Joe'y is a coffee alternative that harnesses the power of mushrooms, adaptogens and superfoods to give all the benefits of coffee (energy boost very much included!) without the jitters that can come with caffeine consumption. Just froth it up with water to add more pizazz to your morning without getting the shakes.

Founded by Toyin Kolawole in 2015, Iya Foods crafts African-inspired baking mixes and flour that incorporate African superfoods. The brand also sells gluten-free options for those with dietary restrictions.

Health and Fitness

Alvin Ailey believed dance should be for everyone, and the Ailey Extension honors that notion by offering online dance classes, performances and workshops at an affordable price.

CultureFit makes yoga apparel for the culturally conscious, high-performing woman. Their West African designs are made of premium DryFit material that does not pill, tear or become see-through when it gets sweaty or wet.

This “hip-hop-inspired” tea company takes its inspiration from African holistic healing, and offers up a scrumptious variety of tea blends, which include ingredients such as antioxidant-rich butterfly-pea flowers and stomach-soothing peppermint.

A health-and-beauty brand that offers a variety of tasty teas full of body-and mind-boosting ingredients, including ginger (which has antiviral properties) and chamomile (which can help you sleep and soothe anxiety).

This line of balanced nutritional shakes are made with prebiotic fiber to support gut health. They were also created with the diabetic community in mind and aim to help manage blood sugar. The brand offers both regular and vegan shake options, and the CEO Marc Washington founded the company in honor of his late sister Monica with a keen focus to support vulnerable communities.

This Afrocentric wearable art company sells a wide array of different apparel, accessories and other options. Their athleisure line means you can get sweaty while still looking fly.

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This brand creates supportive and chic fitness wear for women, featuring eye-catching designs inspired by the African diaspora. The brand's Marula Bodysuit is absolutely jaw-dropping in the best way.

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Home and Gifts

Available at Target, Be Rooted features beautiful journal designs that celebrate a wide range of Black skin tones and protective hair stylings. You can get their notebooks for as little as $13.

This one's a fun, family-friendly and Zoom-friendly trivia game that lets you win without knowing any answers. We've all got that one friend or family member who can talk their way out of anything. This game's for them.

Look no further than Bolé Road Textiles' throw pillows to spruce up a neutral sofa. Many of the global-inspired pillows, which are designed in Brooklyn and handwoven by Ethiopian artisans, feature super-soft cotton that will make your space more cozy in an instant.

Interior designer Nicole Gibbons really knows her paint, so it makes sense that she created a super-easy online paint shop to help people choose the perfect colors for their home. The interactive Clare Color Genius section of the site is a must-try for anyone who's looking to redesign or freshen up a space.

This brand creates some of the cutest office supplies Etsy has to offer. Adorable notebooks and empowering folders are just a few of the bestselling products from this shop.

Whether you're on the hunt for a glam coffee mug, unique stationery or a far-from-basic notebook (you can never have too many!), Effie's Paper founder Kalyn Johnson Chandler has you covered. Her Etsy shop is full of lovely giftable items that you'll be tempted to keep for yourself.

Made from hand-blown glass, these elegant cake stands and glassware pieces will be the focal point at your next dinner party. The mixture of vintage-inspired and modern design incorporates bright jewel tones to stand apart from everyday tabletop pieces and are also available at Estelle Colored Glass and Anthropologie.

Founded by Montreal-based twins Byron and Dexter Peart, Goodee World is a one-stop destination for the most beautifully curated selection of items for your home and closet – not to mention unique, inspiring and thoughtful gifts. From handmade ceramic pieces to responsibly sourced basics (everyone needs a Goodee Hoodie!), Goodee is dedicated to making the world a better place through quality design, poverty reduction and eco-minded sourcing, along with other socially responsible practices.

Founder and CEO Ymani Efunyale learned to make her own cleaning products after her toddler son accidentally sprayed a household cleaner in his mouth. Now over 10 years later, the demand for her highly concentrated plant-based formula is stronger than ever. Fans love the short ingredient list — it’s made with water, vegetable-based soap, vinegar and cleaning salts — and beautiful fragrance options.

Not only do they come in gorgeous packaging, but the Black-owned luxury candle brands are handcrafted with a vegan blend of fruits and infused with natural essential oils.

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Lighten up your home with Linoto’s natural linen bedding, curtains, towels and table linens. The fabric, which comes straight from Belgium and Italy, is handcrafted into heirloom-worthy pieces by artisans in Westchester County, N.Y. After each item is cut and sewn, they're washed in all-natural laundry detergent and shipped off in plastic-free packaging, so you can feel better knowing that everything’s cared for from start to finish.

Brandy Brown, the woman behind Marabou Design, describes her style as “playfully refined” — and her gorgeous collection of wall art, stationery and home décor is exactly that. Every design holds a special meaning for Brown: Take, for instance, the Hocus art print, which was inspired by her daughter’s fascination with all things magic.

This queer Black-womxn-owned shop sells everything from tie-dye t-shirts to quilted wall hangings. Consider it a one-stop-shop for any gifts you might need — especially for yourself.

After working in the tech industry for over a decade, owner Michael Pratt decided to take his knowledge and invest into his own company. Pivet specializes in high quality cell phone cases. Pivet has also developed the Self-Cycle case, that according to the company is bio-available, which means when you are done with the case and aren't able to recycle, the naturally consumable plastic will decay in landfills.

For a statement piece that will prompt conversation, grab any pillow from woman-owned Don't Sleep Interiors on Etsy. The brand sells decorative pillows, mugs and art that reference historical Black American figures across literature, politics and activism.

Darryl and Jessica Sharpton founded Albany Park in 2017 after the couple had a difficult time buying a couch online. The brand offers sectionals, loveseats, armchairs and ottomans made of quality materials at affordable prices and with quick delivery (all of which should make your online sofa shopping experience a smooth one).

Parenting

Mother-daughter duo Cynthia and Kathryn are the women behind this brand, which creates dolls of color with a range of skin tones and hair textures — something both Cynthia and Kathryn wish they had access to growing up.

When Yelitsa Jean-Charles learned that 65% of the world’s population has curly or wavy hair but that only 4 out of 10 girls love their curls, she decided to create a doll that would help young Black girls love their curls – and make sure no kid grew up without a doll that reflected her appearance.

Books are always a great gift (especially if you want to stay friends with a kid’s parents), and the Just Like Me box is more than a one-time gift: You sign up for a subscription and get two or three books that feature protagonists who are people of color. You can specify the recipient’s age range and whether you want to pay per month or pre-pay for a set number of months at a discount.

You can find a little of everything for kids and babies at this shop: backpacks, fashion dolls, notebooks, stationery and toys, but the Super Me line is the cutest, because every kid needs to see themselves as a hero. (New moms: They also come printed on onesies!)

Their jumbo puzzles, placemats and card and board games feature lovely images of kids and families being joyful. The jumbo floor puzzles are also sturdy enough to withstand heavy use from preschoolers.

This brand focuses on gender-neutral clothes for babies and toddlers. The pieces are touted for being super-soft, and since they are offered in white, black and gray, they help busy parents put together an outfit easily.

Puzzles are a great gift for almost any age, but these puzzles from a husband and wife duo stand apart from your average 100-piece puzzle. The couple started the company with the intention of inspiring young Black and brown children of diverse backgrounds —endorsing the fact that representation matters. Their styles include chemistry girl, future engineer, space explorer puzzles and more.

Darlyng and Co. is an online marketplace that takes the guesswork out of picking the right products for your baby. It's a Black-owned site that offers everything from essentials like clothing and blankets to other necessities like toothpaste and bottles.

Founded by Coretta Owusu, Design Dua seeks to create opportunities for rural artisans through community empowerment, education and awareness. Design Dua sells beautiful handmade bassinets to showcases the true beauty of African design. They also double as an attractive storage option when your little ones aren't so little anymore.

After the birth of their second daughter, Diana and her husband co-founded of Natemia. Their goal was to help make buying natural baby products easier for parents. That's why the Natemia team tests out products before they offer them on the site. Natemia sells hooded towels, ponchos, washcloths and bathing sets for your little bundle of joy.


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