Black History Month Shopping: Top Black-Owned Brands to Support

Celebrating Black History Month is a meaningful way to honor Black culture, history, and achievements. One impactful way to do this is by supporting Black-owned businesses that create products reflecting Black excellence. Here’s a list of Black-owned brands offering unique and meaningful products to help you celebrate Black History Month.

Beauty & Skincare

  • The Lip Bar – Vegan and cruelty-free cosmetics designed for diverse skin tones.

  • Mented Cosmetics – Inclusive beauty products created for deeper skin tones.

  • Proudly – Skincare specifically designed for melanated babies.

  • Play Pits – Natural deodorants formulated for kids and families.

  • Kinky-Curly – Natural hair care products formulated for curly, coily, and wavy textures.

  • Neter Gold – Handcrafted natural skincare and grooming products made with high-quality ingredients.

  • Butters by Jay – Handcrafted shea butter products designed for deep hydration and skin nourishment.

  • Frederick Benjamin Grooming – High-quality grooming products designed specifically for Black men, including shaving and hair care solutions.

  • Scotch Porter – Premium grooming products including beard, hair, and skincare solutions for men.

Coffee, Tea & Snacks

  • Partake Foods – Allergy-friendly cookies and snacks made with high-quality ingredients.

  • Capital City Mambo Sauce – A famous DC-based Black-owned sauce brand perfect for wings and fries.

  • BLK & Bold Coffee – Premium coffee and tea supporting Black youth initiatives.

  • Black Nerd Coffee – Coffee brand designed for those who love both culture and caffeine.

  • Adjourn Tea House – Handcrafted loose-leaf teas with a focus on mindfulness and relaxation.

  • Pipcorn – Heirloom popcorn and snacks made with simple, clean ingredients.

  • Trade Street Jam Co. – Unique, small-batch jams with bold flavors and no added sugar.

  • Callaloo Box – Caribbean snacks and food subscription boxes celebrating island flavors.

  • Symphony Chips – Gourmet potato chips made with a family-secret spice blend.

  • Vicky Cakes – Black-owned pancake and waffle mix brand with a legacy of homemade flavors.

Socks & Footwear

  • Pals Socks – Colorful and mismatched socks promoting friendship and diversity.

  • SOCKS + SOUL – Stylish and comfortable socks designed with cultural pride.

Books & Educational Materials

  • Mahogany Books – A Black-owned bookstore specializing in literature by Black authors.

  • Hey Carter! Books – Children’s books promoting positive representation for Black boys.

  • ABSee Me – Flashcards and educational tools featuring Black history and culture.

  • Brown Toy Box – STEM-focused educational toys with a cultural emphasis.

  • We Read Too – A digital database of children’s books by Black authors.

Home & Decor

  • Effie’s Paper – Stationery, mugs, and decor inspired by Black excellence.

  • Jungalow – Home decor featuring African and Black-inspired designs.

  • Aya Paper Co. – Sustainable greeting cards and stationery celebrating Black culture.

  • Green Top Gifts – Festive decor, wrapping paper, and gifts with diverse representation.

  • Harlem Candle Co. – Luxury candles inspired by the Harlem Renaissance.

Apparel & Accessories

  • Telfar – Iconic unisex luxury bags and fashion designed for accessibility and inclusivity.

  • HGC Apparel – Streetwear celebrating Black culture and activism.

  • Legendary Rootz – Apparel and accessories featuring bold statements of empowerment.

  • Power in Black – Graphic tees and hoodies showcasing Black pride.

  • Crownned – African-inspired head wraps and accessories.

  • J. Dow Fitness – Athletic apparel with designs celebrating Black identity.

  • Black and Scholared – Apparel designed to celebrate Black academic excellence and education.

  • Mess in a Bottle – Statement t-shirts and apparel with messages of empowerment and activism.

Jewelry & Eyewear

  • Jam+Rico – Bold, Caribbean-inspired jewelry celebrating culture and heritage.

  • Vontélle Eyewear – Luxury eyewear brand offering stylish, culturally inspired glasses and frames.

Art & Stationery

  • Doodles by Ini – Custom artwork and prints celebrating Black culture.

  • Aya Paper Co. – Eco-friendly stationery with empowering messages.

  • Puzzle of Color – Beautiful, culturally diverse puzzles celebrating Black art and heritage.

  • Culture Greetings – Black-owned greeting cards for every occasion.

  • Effie’s Paper – Bold and stylish stationery and office supplies.

  • Be Rooted – Journals, planners, and stationery celebrating Black women and empowerment.

Toys & Kids’ Products

  • Healthy Roots Dolls – Dolls that encourage young girls to embrace their natural hair.

  • Puzzle Huddle – Educational puzzles featuring Black characters.

  • Ikuzi Dolls – Black dolls with different skin tones and hair textures.