Black Owned Everything: A directory to the 21 Black-owned brands you need to know about and direct links for immediate purchases — shopaholics commence! I hope you’ve been saving your coin recently; you’re going to need it. Support, celebrate and elevate Black-owned businesses! Clothing brands to re-up from after your last impromptu closet clean out:
- Farai London– The epitome of sexy resort/occasion wear. Known for their dresses and matching sets with fun pops of colors and prints.
- Re ona– Clean lines, muted tones, classic silhouettes, and buttery soft essentials for your wardrobe.
- Riot Swim– Standout swimwear designed to blend seamlessly with darker skin tones. The place for the Instagram worthy suit.
- Hanifa co– A celebration of the owner’s African heritage from the colors, prints, and product names. Most known for their maxi cardigan dress.
- Tièr NYC– An eco-conscious comfortwear brand merging art, design, and community. They are known for their branded “Tièr” hoodies.
Running out of your favorite shampoo or conditioner? Try these hair care brands:
- Briogeo– Known for their “Don’t Despair, Repair!” deep conditioning mask. For all hair types
- Bread Beauty Supply– Hair care basics for not so basic hair. Known for their Hair Gloss formulated for the kinky, coily, and curly hair types. Bonus points for the kitschy names.
- Adwoa Beauty– Hair products formulated for lovers of minimalism and women who have kinky and coily hair. Known for their Baomint Moisturizing Curl Defining Gel
- Ecoslay– Hair products catered towards natural hair and infused with all-natural ingredients. Common kitchen condiments can now be found in your hair products! Known for their Hot Sauce pre-poo treatment.
You can never have more than one handbag, especially ones with calls to action and Swarovski crystals. *Adds to Cart*
- Brandon Blackwood NYC– A contemporary leather goods brand with a mix of classic and current sensibility. Best known for their handbags with an important message: End Systemic Racism.
- Cheyenne Kimora– An LA-based, self-taught designer known for her handmade, crystal handbags. Other products include crystal hats and durags.
- Telfar Global– Known for the cult-favorite bag from Summer ‘20: The Bushwick Birkin. Step aside Hermés.
- Mateo New York– By jewelry designer Matthew Harris. His bags are known for their minimalist appeal in the shape of embossed croc totes and ladylike box bags.
Shoes looking a little lonely sitting in the closet? Buy them some more companions! Everyone needs a friend.
- Brothers Vellies– Luxury, eye-catching shoes designed in Brooklyn. Known for their fluffy Lamu sandals, made in Ethiopia and Kenya. Recent collaborations include Pyer Moss.
- Kahmune– Finding your perfect nude heel has never been easier. The neutral shoe is designed with every skin tone in mind.
- Chelsea Paris– This luxury footwear brand is inspired by the prints and colors of the founder’s African heritage. Each pair purchased economically empowers a woman in Africa; talk about looking good and doing good.
- Keeyahri– Shoes known for feathers, curious shapes, and architectural heels. The ultimate party shoes.
Diamonds (and Gold, Silver, and Pearls) are a girl’s best friend. Your new favorite jewelry brands:
- Oma The Label– Affordable women’s jewelry that’s at the corner of sexy and sweet. Products range from chunky chains to tubular rings and earrings.
- Humans before Handles– An Atlanta based jewelry company that values your style first rather than your Instagram handle. Known for their feminine designs and affordable prices
- Lace by Tanaya– The brand behind the viral gold body chains and dresses in your saved folder. The destination for all things Gold and Gaudy jewelry
- By Chari– For lovers of delicate but sparkly jewelry. Most known for the “vote” necklace, as seen on Michelle Obama at the Democratic National Convention
Is your wallet screaming yet?
Curated by Morgan McKensey
Graphic by Emily Tobias