Posted by in Clothing and Accessories 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 they gained popularity with…Read more »
Posted by in For Him Polo shirts are a wardrobe staple. Defined by the collar and “placket” neckline with two to three buttons at the top, polo shirts are great for the golf course, business casual events, and more. Though usually short sleeved they may be longed sleeved as well. As polo shirts are comfortable to wear and versatile, they…Read more »
Posted by in Find products, Support Black Owned Elderberry has a lot of nutrients such as antioxidants, and vitamins A and C. There is evidence that consuming elderberry helps to fight and lessen cold and flu symptoms. Sea moss has been used as a dietary supplement for centuries, and is highly regarded by many for promoting health. Also, sea moss is a potentially…Read more »
Posted by in Jewelry Ear cuffs have been trending for some time, and there are many options from black owned brands. A nice thing about ear cuffs is that no piercing is required. Similarly, we provide information on where you can find non pierced (clip on) earrings. See the company and product links below for details. Some of the…Read more »
Posted by in Clothing and Accessories, Find products You have several (50+) wristlet options from black owned brands. See the companies and product links below for more details. Wristlets are convenient and multi-purpose, often big enough to hold your phone, cards, and other small items. You can carry wristlets as a stand alone handbag, or use them to organize and store items in…Read more »
Posted by in Clothing and Accessories As you head off to the beach consider supporting some of the 100+ beach accessories linked here from black owned brands. There are many TYPES of accessories to make your beach time both fashionable and comfortable. In this post we review the following. Click any category to go directly to products. Beach/basket bags Beach towels…Read more »
Posted by in Cosmetics, Find products Jessica Felicio Body shimmers are used for illuminating the skin and have become quite popular. Fortunately, there are many (25+) body shimmers from black owned brands that come in powder and liquid form, and that work with a range of skin tones. See the companies and product links below for additional information. Some of the…Read more »
Posted by in Cosmetics In this post you will find 100+ shades of concealers and correctors from black owned brands that represent the full range of melanin hues, including paraben free, vegan, and cruelty free options. Concealers are used to minimize the appearance of dark circles under the eyes and mask skin blemishes. In choosing a concealer you should…Read more »
Posted by in For the home iAlicante Mediterranean Homes This post is dedicated to two African American entrepreneurs and innovators, Sarah E. Goode, and Leonard C. Bailey. Sarah E. Goode obtained a patent in 1885 for a cabinet folding bed. The cabinet bed (patent number 322, 177) served as a desk that could be transformed and unfolded into a bed. It…Read more »
Posted by in For the home, Special Days & Holidays As the holidays set in, you may be wondering about entertaining, or what treats to bring to events including family gatherings, office parties, and the like. There are plenty of diverse offerings from black owned brands. In this post, we identify these by type to include the following. Cakes Chocolates Cookies Cupcakes Ice Cream Shakes…Read more »