The recent uproar of events have left many people in shock and in disbelief. Many are trying to find ways to cope with how they feel and show support in this chaotic time while, still fighting through a pandemic. After a lot of thought we have realized that one of the easiest ways to help the black community without risking exposure to Covid-19 is to start supporting black-owned businesses and brands. In this post, I’ve decided to compile a small list of about 20 companies ranging benefiting both men and women , Of course their are many more, but here’s a start. Please see below!!
MENS GROOMING
Scotch Porter , was started when CEO Calvin Quallis decided to take a leap of faith and quit his corporate job and follow his passion for making people feel their best. Quallis opened a barbershop and then began experimenting with his own products. His Charcoal & Licorice Restoring Face Wash cleanses and rescues dry skin while maintaining skin’s natural pH balance and controls oil and shine while minimizing the chance of breakouts.
Scotch Porter Charcoal and Licorice Facial Skin Care Collection
Craig the Barber is a celebrity barber based in LA, who sells his own products such as aftershave and day and night moisturizer under the brand burke avenue. The product has ingredients such as aloe vera and peppermint and is said to be very good for the skin. Check him out!!
Nature Boy Raw Black Soap
Jacob Quetant was seeking an all-natural product to take care of his beard When he tried everything he could and nothing worked he turned to making his own product. Quetant ‘s collection now includes beard oils, balms, and conditioners, as well as an herbal lip balm, and brush and comb sets.
https://natureboyproducts.com/
CLOTHING BRANDS
HANIFAOFFICIAL
Hanifa is a contemporary Ready-to-Wear apparel line for Women Without Limits. The collections range in sizes from 0-20 and are feminine and chic. The collection features an array of colors and textures that cater to the natural curves of a woman’s physique. The design is for everyday extraordinary women like you who embody class while setting their own rules.
WALES BONNER
Wales bonner started off with mastering the tailoring of menswear and have since moved into womenswear as well. This company currently has many stunning pieces in their portfolio including impeccable pants, blazers, and bold tops. High fashion via European and African influences.
OFF WHITE C/O VIRGIL ABLOH
Virgil Abloh’s clothes are proudly worn by celebs like Offset, Rihanna, and Beyoncé. The Off-White laid-back designs are ideal for creating the effortless yet carefully picked look that all of us love. Therefore, this black owned clothing brand has take off into the mainstream fashion world.
Undra Celeste is best-known for the versatile dresses, original skirts, and chic shirts available at pocket-friendly prices. The brand is great for those with busy lifestyles who need contemporary clothes that don’t require effort to look spotless.
https://www.undracelesteny.com
BROTHER VELLIES
Brother Vellies is an eco-friendly line with unique accessories handmade in African countries like Morocco, South Africa, Kenya, and Ethiopia.
LAQUAN SMITH
LaQuan Smith is one of the most famous international designers at the moment. All the trending celebrities love the brand’s clothes and, what’s even more interesting, the young fashion icon managed to build this line from the ground up.
NUBIAN SKIN
Nubian Skin was one of the very first brands to touch on the fact that nude doesn’t only mean beige. Their multi-tone shoes and lingerie are complimenting brown skin, highlighting its beauty and glow.
HGCapparel
Considers themselves to be one of the top brands in pride driven apparel.
BEAUTY BRANDS
The Honey Pot
Products contain no chemicals, toxins, artificial fragrance, or anything synthetic. Developed and tested by females. Because it takes one to know one.
PAT MCGRATH
This is the golden age of makeup. PAT McGRATH LABS are said to be the Golden Revolution. Makeup is a movement.
https://www.patmcgrath.com/pages/pat-mcgrath-biography
PEOPLE OF COLOR BEAUTY
NAIL POLISH FOR PEOPLE OF COLOR AND THOSE WHO LIVE IN COLOR
https://www.peopleofcolorbeauty.com/
BOOKSTORES
HARRIETS BOOKSHOP
Harriett’s Bookshop, named in honor of Harriet Tubman, features a monthly literary rotation curated according to a theme — a comingling of new voices and “old voices that are new again,” says owner Jeannine Cook, a community activist and student in Drexel University’s Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing.
https://www.harriettsbookshop.com/
MAHOGANY BOOKS
Best selling African American books
https://www.mahoganybooks.com/
RESTAURANTS
Roscoe’s House of Chicken and Waffles
California-based soul food restaurant chain founded by Herb Hudson, a Harlem native, in 1975.
Carolina Kitchen
Soulfood in the largo,md area
https://thecarolinakitchen.com/
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DMV BASED PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER who does a variety of things from headshots, to brand photography, to fashion and event photography all while maintaining excellence.
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