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It's that time again—Black Friday. The day when shoppers everywhere rush to snag the best deals, both in stores and online, to kick off the holiday season. But this year, why not make your shopping count for more? By supporting Black-owned businesses, you can give meaningful gifts while investing in communities and celebrating the creativity and entrepreneurship that thrive within them.
To help you get started, we’ve curated a list of amazing Black-owned brands that offer incredible deals and unique products for everyone on your list.
Culture Greetings -- Custom culturally relevant greeting cards sent directly to recipients
Being Dapper -- Custom-made men's apparel by designer JC Donaldson
Aurelia by Kandyce -- Cruelty-free make-up brand
The 125 Collection -- Candles with empowering messages
Deyseros -- Athletic clothing brand for both men and women
Cajose Natural -- Natural skin care products
Trinity Designs, Inc. -- Black dolls to inspire children
The Purse Paparazzi -- Different styles of purses for various occasions
Gabby Bows -- Hair care, bows and barrettes for Black girls
Soulful Explorer -- Made-to-order clothing apparel and accessories
Bougie Tea Party -- Custom-made teas and herbal kits
Harlem Haberdashery -- Sells clothing apparel, accessories and aromatherapy sprays
Suakoko Betty -- Clothing line and accessories with African designs
Mielle Organics -- Organic hair and skin care products
Africa On My Back -- African-themed backpacks, messenger bags and more
Bee D'vine -- Brand of honey wine
Herstori Wraps -- Headwraps, bandanas and other apparel
DIVVA Style -- Journals with Black American design in mind
HerSol Beauty -- Handmade body butter, scrubs and more
Sacred Vibes Apothecary -- Various lifestyle products for a healthy immune system
Happy Mango -- Sells pregnancy products, baby clothes, items and more
Brave + Kind Bookshop -- Online bookstore selling children's books
Essence of Life Fragrances -- Organic health and beauty products
Ebony Cleopatra Beauty -- Handmade jewelry and accessories
Borokiniyabo -- Rompers, jumpers and other African-themed fashion wear
Harriett's Bookshop -- Carries titles from female artists, authors and activists
Baby Phat -- Longtime clothing brand and beauty line
Shea Radiance -- Whipper shea butter, African black soap and other skin/hair care products
Black Girl Sunscreen--Sunscreen for people of color
See Line Ceramics -- Handmade ceramics
Frugal Bookstore -- Offers a variety of literary titles
The Honey Pot -- Feminine products for health, travel, pregnancy and more
For more Black-owned businesses, check out ByBlack — a directory of Black-owned businesses across the country
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