BUY BLACK 2023 – HOLIDAY EDITION

Christmas is quickly approaching, so it’s scramble time to find gifts for the people in your life. This also gives you another opportunity to support more Black owned businesses for the year. I have compiled a list of gift ideas from Black owned businesses that you should support this season. This is not an exhaustive list, but it gives you some ideas of what you can get for the people in your life.

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1. RIES The Essential Refillable Travel Container Set

Know someone whose passport is already ready to go? This refillable travel container set is perfect for your friend whose luggage is always half packed.

2. BE ROOTED Play Your Cards Right Deck of Card

For the spades queen or king. A beautiful deck of cards for the person always ready to point out when someone reneges.

3. EUMELANIN Melanin Necklace

For the jewelry collector friend. Crafted to mimic the chemical structure of Melanin.

4. OMI WOODS THE DOUBLE Up Coin Necklace Stack I

I love this brand and have bought a couple of items. THE DOUBLE Up Coin Necklace Stack I is your go to basic Stack.

5. ICE COLD: A HIP-HOP JEWELRY HISTORY by Slick Rick, A$AP Ferg, L. L. Cool J., Kevin Lee, Vikki Tobak(Editor)

For your hip-hop enthusiast and interior designer. Spanning the history of hip-hop jewelry, from the 1980s to today, Ice Cold: A Hip-Hop Jewelry History is a stunning compilation of storytelling and visuals. 

6. OMA THE LABEL Osaze Choker

The osaze choker is inspired by vintage timepieces.

7. TABBEAU PLACE Vault Discovery Set

Beautiful fragrances for friends that are always on perfumetok.

8. HOMEBODY Mini Self-Care Kit

Homebody’s Mini Self-Care Kit is a Pearlescent CBD Bath Soak quartet filled with comforting bath bomb powders for ease, natural energy, stress relief, rest, sleep and improved moods.

9. BEVEL Shaving Kit for Men

Be it your partner, your father, or friend, the one thing everyone can admit is that they’ve missed the ability to go frequently to their barbershop.

10. BRIOGEO Scalp Revival™ Soothe & Detoxify 4-Piece Travel Set

Know someone looking to try Briogeo. This is a great introductory gift to the brand.

11. BROWN GIRL JANE Discovery Set

For your perfume enthusiast who is on a sensory journey that elicits joy and confidence, sparks imagination and motivation, or induces deep serenity

12. MELANIN HAIRCARE Signature Line Hair Travel Kit

A haircare line for your friend whose hair is always on point.

13. MODISH DECOR PILLOWS Velvet Pillow Cover

Pillowcases for your favorite interior decorator.

14. CISE Protect Black People Vegan Leather Mini Bag

Because it’s a movement and fashion statement.

15. BRANDON BLACKWOOD Bamboo B Card Holder

This is actually on my Christmas list. This is a great gift for people who only need a few cards on hand.

16. CULTUREDTAGS Card Games

For the host who loves hashtags.

17. BYCHARI LARGE MAGNOLIA HOOP EARRINGS

Large gold hoop earrings will forever be a classic. It’ll instantly elevate any outfit.

18. AFRO SURF by Mami Wata

For your interior designer friend who is always looking to add another book to their home. This is the first book to capture and celebrate the surfing culture of Africa.

19. JUNGALOW Kaya Solid Ceramic Cups by Justina Blakeney

All purpose ceramic cups for their morning coffee, mixing up a cocktail with friends, or more floral arrangements.

20. WORLD OF CHRIS COLLINS Chris Collins Eau de Parfum Discovery Set

A perfume recovery set is perfect for the person who always smells nice.

21. WRAP LIFE Pleated Head Wrap in Sundance

I love Wrap Life. If you know someone who needs to add color to their wardrobe or loves the color orange. This is perfect.