National Black Business Month: Black-Owned Business Spotlight
August is National Black Business Month, so it’s the perfect time to uplift and highlight some incredible Black-owned businesses from around the world. Check out and consider supporting the businesses below, ranging from skincare to swimwear.
FreshSeedGlow is an online Brooklyn, New York based skincare brand that creates products made with natural and organic plant-based ingredients. Their handmade and chemical-free products are the perfect way to pamper your skin.
This lightweight body oil contains a blend of avocado oil, coconut oil, sweet almond oil, grapeseed oil, and more. Use it to moisturize after a shower or for a relaxing massage.
Asata Maise
Asata Maise is an online sustainable fashion boutique that creates modern vintage-inspired handcrafted clothes. Each piece of clothing uses reclaimed materials and aims to contribute to the fashion industry’s shift towards sustainability.
Be a one-of-a-kind fashionista in this three piece set. It includes a bra, top, and pants - all created from a 1970s corduroy fabric.
If you’re looking for unique jaw-dropping swimwear, look no further than Andrea Iyamah. Owned by Nigerian fashion designer Andrea Iyamah herself, the clothing line specializes in resort wear and clothing inspired by ethnic cultures, vibrant colors, and a mix of retro and contemporary designs.
Make a statement at the pool or beach with this black suit. The high waisted belt flatters the waist, while the asymmetrical shoulder strap offers a unique and edgy accent.
Coco And Breezy
Glasses that are fashionable and innovative can be found at Coco And Breezy. The company was founded in 2009 by twin designers Corianna and Brianna Dotson, the creators of the famous "third-eye" sunglasses worn by the late Prince.
What to Try:
These two-toned white sunnies with gold accents are the perfect way to elevate nearly any outfit. Stated on their website, “In it’s very essence, the frame represents the brand’s evolution and fearless ambition to take on anything, anywhere, anytime.”
Jumz
Jumz is a contemporary handcrafted accessories brand, inspired by the founder’s passion for fashion, African heritage, and philanthropy. They partner with local African artisans to create handmade products for people around the world.
Be pretty-in-pink with this on-trend purse, handmade with crystal beads in Lagos, Nigeria.
Spotlight Subscription Box is a monthly box that introduces subscribers to new products, while educating them on Black history and culture. Each box provides a curated product from a female Black business, an information card on Black history or culture, and access to a private Facebook group to discuss a monthly Black history topic.
What to Try:
The September box is already sold out, but you can join the waitlist for their October subscription box.
There is no better way to celebrate National Black Business Month than by supporting an amazing Black-owned business, like the ones above. To explore even more Black-owned businesses, check out the extensive online directory at Official Black Wall Street.