Black-Owned Businesses & Creators Recommended by This Community
In honor of Black History Month, I asked you all on IG what your favorite black-owned businesses and creators were, and I got SO MANY responses I was blown away (huge thank you to everyone who responded)!! So, I wanted to feature them all on the blog and give them the recognition they deserve. There are so many amazing small businesses, creators and women on this list, some I had never heard of, so I’m super grateful for this community and for your all recommendations! So, check them out, follow and support them - trust me you’ll want to!! :)
While this list is quite a long list, I know there are plenty others I may have forgotten, so be sure to let me know of any others I should add here!
228 Grant Street Candle Co - their candles are so aesthetically pleasing and I'm sure they smell just as incredible.
Availa and Co - a calligrapher that will help bring your vision to life on paper goods for weddings and other special events.
Ayana Gabrielle Lage - blogger sharing her daily life, interesting news and funny tweets.
Beacon Threads - Christian lifestyle apparel company.
Blueberi Lane Boutique - a women's clothing boutique.
Bread Beauty Supply - hair care basics for not so basic hair.
Briogeo Hair Care - clean, natural and powerful haircare for all.
Bronze Box Gifts - gift boxes with products from black-owned businesses throughout the United States.
By Chari - breathtaking fine jewelry that are timeless.
Candesland - blogger who creates such cute looks and specializes in plus size styles!
Curvy and Curls - Chicago based plus-size blogger that will give you everything fashion, beauty, lifestyle and curly hair!
Danielle Coke - the girl behind "ohhappydani" and creator of artwork that inspires faith, justice and kindness. You can now find her work at your local Target.
Devise Creative Spaces - a professional organizer who is local to the Indy area!
Estelle Colored Glass - the most beautiful glassware that comes in every color you can imagine.
HiFi Cookies - known for their "absolutely delicious" cookies. Located in Nashville, but will ship!
Influencing in Color - Nikki, Meghan, Shay and Brandy working together to be a positive influence for women of all colors and are committed to inclusion and diversity.
Jackie Aina - youtuber and influencer that specializes in beauty and DANG is she good at it!
Jamei McGee - blogger sharing fashion tips, motherhood and adventure.
Janelle Marie Lloyd - the woman behind "wait you need this" and NYC blogger, sharing her elevated style.
Jasmine's Cozy Co - handmade cozy, chunky blankets.
Jeena Wilder - digital creator focused on sharing all things motherhood and adoption.
Joyclyn Ragira - a beauty, style, life and travel influencer out of Dallas, TX.
Just 4resh Dezigns - a graphic designer to help with logo creation, website development and marketing design.
Juvia's Place - a cruelty-free and paraben-free makeup company.
Mater Mea - refers to herself as a "Black Mom Google" by posting intentional parenting tips and resources from a black perspective.
Maxine's Chicken and Waffles - a local Indianapolis soul food restaurant.
Mented Cosmetics - vegan, cruelty-free, paraben-free, non-toxic makeup company.
Meraki Montessori - eco-friendly, sustainable, non-toxic toys.
Miya Daigle - Interior designer and photographer with the most amazing style and vision.
Moore Elite Services - located in Greenwood, IN, they specialize in lawn care, pressure washing, painting and more.
Nicole Gibbons Style - founder and CEO of Clare Paint.
Odin Leather Goods - makes such unique leather goods and other products that would make great gifts.
Oliver's Coffee + Flower Bar - a coffee bar in St. Louis that is absolutely IG worthy with a beautiful floral wall and delicious food!
Omi Woods - cultural gems made with fair trade African gold, re-refined and conflict-free fine metals.
On the Lookout Jewelry - creates such beautiful jewelry out of beads and bending metal.
Pretty Honest Shop - beautiful handmade soy candles.
Quality Ingredients - a dessert and design firm in Fishers, IN that specializes in custom dessert displays and grazing boards or tables.
Rich and Regular - content creators looking to inspire better conversation about money.
Rio Cortez - an author of children's books.
Ronni Nicole Robinson - artist creating unique pieces with plaster.
Salt + Stem - Bespoke floral design that's been featured in vogue weddings, bridal musings, wedding chicks and style me pretty.
Sistering Earrings - handmade clay earrings that are perfect for any occasion.
SPGBK - watches for everyone that are currently sold at Macy's, Nordstrom and Belk.
Stella & Haas Jewelry - creates such beautiful jewelry and was selected in 2020 as one of "Oprah's Favorite Things."
Taryn Newton - influencer sharing all things style, beauty, lifestyle and family - with baby #5 on the way!
Tayla Santos - style blogger that creates such timeless and chic looks for your every day!
Tiffany Brooks Interiors - named 1 of the top 100 interior designers in architectural digest 2020.
The Lip Bar - vegan and cruelty-free makeup brand.
The Missing Brick - a local Indianapolis pizzeria that is ranked #53 in the United States.
The Wrap Life - such cute head wraps and bandies made out of premium fabrics.
Two Midwest Foodies - Brittany and Dave tour the Midwest, finding the best food spots and black-owned businesses.
Unwind by Steph - luxury handmade candles made in Austin, TX.
Urban Contessa Florals - absolutely stunning floral arrangements for your wedding day. Located in Indianapolis.
Within Warm Walls - interior designer that will give you all the neutral home inspo.