Posted by in For the home In this post, we feature barware and accessories from black owned brands. Bar areas in the home are common, whether an actual bar, cart, shelf or hutch. Use featured items to spruce up the bar area in your home, and learn more about mixing cocktails. Products include cocktail shakers, jiggers, decanters, wine chillers, cocktail mixes,…Read more »
Posted by in Clothing and Accessories Chest bags (also known as sling bags) are both practical and stylish. They are large enough to hold your wallet and phone among other devices, and they are hands free. In this post, we review where to find sling and chest bags from black owned brands. Many textures, colors and styles are available. Some of…Read more »
Posted by in Find products Amazon Prime Days are July 12 and July 13, 2022. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This means Shop With Leslie will earn a commission should you use the advertisements in making a purchase. BIG SAVINGS are offered across a variety of goods. SCROLL OVER EACH BOX, and click items to…Read more »
Posted by in Find products Amazon Prime Days are happening July 12 to July 13, 2022. In this post we focus on select black owned brands with large stores and extensive product offerings on Amazon. You will find kitchen goods, home decor, educational products for children, fine and fashion jewelry, cosmetics, clothing, oral care, bath and body products. SCROLL OVER…Read more »
Posted by in For Him Father’s Day is approaching and there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate with black owned brands. This post is a curated list of previous posts and shops, where you can find great gifts for Dad. Some of the following are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This means at no…Read more »
Posted by in Clothing and Accessories The kaftan, also spelled caftan has been around for thousands of years. Kaftans are known to be loose fitting tunics that are collarless. They may be tops, maxi, or shorter dresses. Boubou dresses (also known as bubu) originate from west Africa. They are made from diverse textiles using one piece of fabric, that is folded…Read more »
Posted by in Special Days & Holidays In this post we review creating Mother’s Day gift baskets filled with products from black owned brands. These include the following. Finding a Basket Bath and Body Gift Bundles Personalized and Monogrammed Jewelry Chocolates and More Treats Some of the following are affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This means…Read more »
Posted by in Bath and Body Shea butter is a great moisturizer loaded with vitamins (A, E, and F) along with other healthful ingredients (e.g., oleic acid). Shea butter can be used as a day or night cream for the face, and as a body moisturizer. Shea butter comes from the nut of the Shea tree which is native to Africa.…Read more »
Posted by in Clothing and Accessories Denim is a wardrobe staple and has been in production for over a century. Though starting out as work wear, denim has long made the transition to everyday and high fashion. And as casual wear continues to be popular across professional and social occasions, denim is a practical choice, as it is designed to be…Read more »
Posted by in Clothing and Accessories, Special Days & Holidays The origins of Black History Month began in the early 1900s with an Illinois gathering to celebrate the progress of the formerly enslaved. Dr. Carter G. Woodson, inspired by what he saw, subsequently worked in collaboration with others to establish the Association for the Study of Negro Life and History (ASNLH) to focus on black…Read more »