Posted by in Clothing and Accessories, Jewelry Photo by dun_deagh Brooches add texture and flair to outfits, and have been trending for the past several years. And what is good about brooches is that you can wear them in diverse ways (e.g., on a belt, hat, or lapel) and even wear more than one. As such we decided to review brooches from…Read more »
Posted by in Clothing and Accessories Scarves add color, texture, and interest to outfits (including outerwear). In this post, we feature loads of scarves from black owned brands. You will find a variety of colors, prints, and textures including silk, cashmere, cotton, and crochet. A separate section has scarves for men. See the company links and product tabs for details. Some…Read more »
Posted by in Bath and Body, Hair Care Shampoo bars are convenient, cost-effective, and good for the environment. Shampoo bars take up less space and are great for travel. They are also durable, and can last for up to 80 washes. Consistent with zero waste practices, less processing is required for the production of shampoo bars, and they come in smaller and paper…Read more »
Posted by in Clothing and Accessories Cargo pants have been trending all year. Cargo pants are known for having multiple and deep pockets, and for being functional and great for travel. In this post, we review cargo pants for women and men from black owned brands. There are many options. See the company links and product tabs below for details. Cargo…Read more »
Posted by in Clothing and Accessories, For the home, Special Days & Holidays In this post we review Halloween themed apparel, accessories, and home decor from black owned brands. You will find tees and sweatshirts, earrings, totes, head wear, face-masks, Halloween nails (e.g., press on and decals), along with wreaths, centerpieces, and door mats to help make your Halloween celebration special. Go directly to any of the categories…Read more »
Posted by in Clothing and Accessories Puffer jackets and coats are known for their quilt like appearance and puffiness. They are also relatively light weight and have insulation with materials that help keep you warm. They are great for everyday and casual wear. In this post, we review puffer jackets and coats from black owned brands. You will find solid colored…Read more »
Posted by in Clothing and Accessories Updated March 2, 2023 Fedora hats are a classic and work for men and women. Fedora hats are defined by a soft brim and a pinched indentation in the front crown, with an oval patterned crease atop the hat. Fedoras have been popular (on and off) within the African American community since the 1930s, where…Read more »
Posted by in For the home It is the small things that add personality and texture to a space. In this post, you will find black figurines, Roman styled among other busts, sculptures and statues from black owned brands. Display them on a shelf, coffee table, or counter, and add culture and elegance to your decor. You have many options from…Read more »
Posted by in Hair Care Updated April 7, 2023 Afrotextured hair is in a class by itself. Compared to other hair types it is less dense around the scalp, tightly coiled, and adaptive to hot climate. Having less density around the scalp helps in regulating body temperature. The structure of afrotextured hair (i.e., tightly coiled, dense) affects the growth pattern…Read more »
Posted by in For the home Boho style reflects worldly travels and artifacts, as well as diverse and natural textures within a space (e.g., rattan, macramé, and plants). In this post we focus on wall decor that manifests boho style from black owned brands. This includes wall baskets, rattan mirrors, juju hat wall decor, macramé wall hangings, macramé plant hangers, fiber…Read more »