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The world of Fashion is very hard to break into. If you are black, it is even harder.
Let support some of these people with our wallets.
 

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#1 - Minku: Minku is considered the Hermes of Africa when it comes to handbags. They are all handmade and can take up to 50 hours to complete and are lined with repurposed items of Yoruba ceremonial dress. The Nigerian company was started by founder Kunmi in 2011 and is a family-run business.

#2 - ZAAF: ZAAF offers handcrafted luxury leather handbags made in Ethiopia. They are crafted with the finest materials and produced in a remote Ethiopian village. The company was founded by Abai Schulze, a remarkable CEO who is under the age of 30.

#3 - Gregory Sylvia: This designer handbag company was co-founded by Gregory and Terri “Sylvia” Pope. The husband-wife team started their company in Charlotte, North Carolina and are known for their luxury, elegant handbags crafted from fine leather.

#4 - Adela Dejack: These African-inspired designer handbags are made in Kenya. Their collection of handbags, jewelry and other accessories are inspired by African shapes, textures and techniques. Designer Adèle Dejak had plenty of design experience in England and Italy before moving her company to Nairobi, Kenya in 2005.

#5 - Christopher Augmon: Christopher Augmon high-end luxury designer handbags are made in New York and reflect the richness of various cultures. His distinctive handbags can be found in boutiques around the United States and online.

#6 - Meme Bete: Operates from a small home-based workshop in St. Lucia, where each item is handmade with precision, to offer the best quality and finishing. Designer Taribba do Nascimento uses many different types of traditional cloths such as African wax print and madras, and combines them with the finest of leather.

#7 - 86 & Norman: Created by entrepreneur Cheryl Williams in 2015, this line of handbags, clutches, and wallets give women more variety and options that reflect their personal style. Her afrocentric designs compliment what others brands lack when it comes to uniqueness and colors that match your daily wardrobe.

#8 - The Purse Paparazzi: Based in Baltimore, Maryland, the Purse Paparazzi is owned and operated by an African American husband and wife team. Their company offers women an assortment of unique, stylish and edgy hand bags clutches for every occasion!
 

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Though the brands below don't constitute an exhaustive list of the talented Black designers, it's a great place to start.

We only include products that have been independently selected by The Zoe Report's editorial team. However, we may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article.

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Vavvoune

Sunsa Bag
$335
VAVVOUNE

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Brother Vellies

Lijadu Billlfold
$1,295
BROTHER VELLIES

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Bruce Glen

Sparkle Pouchette
$195
BRUCE GLEN

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Love, Cortnie

Large Scale Leopard Calf Hair Clutch
$188
LOVE, CORTNIE

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Agnes Baddoo

Sac 2 White Italian Leather
$825
AGNES BADDOO

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Edas Store

Maria Bag
$395
EDAS

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Shy Diva

Christy Bag
$53
SHY DIVA

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Ashya

Cedar Mini Bag
$425
ASHYA

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Stitched By Sukie

Sukie Tote Bag
$120
STITCHED BY SUKIE

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Bouswari

Nafa Crossbody
CA$250
BOUSWARI


Tote Bag
$25.31
LOVELY EARTHLINGS

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Telfar

Large Oxblood Shopping Bag
$257
TELFAR

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Laurus

Sascha Bag
$6,956
LAURUS

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Soul Seed

Nina Simone Travel Bag
$94.99
SOUL SEED

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Yvonne Kone

Large Filippo Bag
€698
YVONNE KONE

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Toten Carry

Grey Apollo II Travel Set
$259.99
TOTEN CARRY

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Melah Boutique

Trina
$86
MELAH BOUTIQUE

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Petit Kouraj

Ombre Fringe Bag
$345
PETIT KOURAJ

Black Handbag Brands To Support: MWR Collection

Weekend Tote Bag
$895
MWR COLLECTION

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Brandon Blackwood

Sophia Shoulder Bag
$350
BRANDON BLACKWOOD

Black Handbag Brands To Support: AAKS

Tia Basket
£160
AAKS

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Official Moncheri

Pearl Bag
$25
OFFICIAL MONCHERI

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Shop The Collectionn

The Tactical Bag
$85
SHOP THE COLLECTIONN

Black Handbag Brands To Support: F&W Style

Nikki Mini
$215
F&W STYLE

Black Handbag Brands To Support: Kintu New York

Crossbody
$550
KINTU NEW YORK
 

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Aliya Wanek
Shop here: ALIYA WANEK
Instagram: @aliyawanek
Oakland-based label Aliya Wanek makes comfortable clothing using ethical and sustainable production practices.

Among the Prime
Shop here: https://www.amongtheprime.com
Instagram: @amongtheprime
Oliver Prime makes everything from cool, one-of-a-kind jackets to python-skin wallets for his Milwaukee-based label, Among the Prime.

Carlton Yaito
Shop here: https://carltonyaito.com
Instagram: @carltonyaito
New York City-based designer Carlton Yaito creates made-to-order pieces, like jackets, vests, bags and, most recently, pillows and bedding.

Christopher John Rogers
Shop here: Christopher John Rogers
Instagram: @christopherjohnrogers
Christopher John Rogers is a rising star in American luxury, having won the 2019 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund and dressed celebs like Lizzo, Ashley Graham and Tracee Ellis Ross.

Come Back as a Flower
Shop here: HOME
Instagram: @comebackasaflower
Los Angeles-based Come Back as a Flower makes hand-dyed and ethically produced garments from 100% recycled materials.

https://continentclothing.com
Instagram: @continentclothing
The family-run Continent Clothing brand will brighten your wardrobe with a range of colorful prints and aims to give back to communities in Africa by providing full-time employment opportunities to local tailors in The Gambia.

Cushnie
Shop here: Cushnie
Instagram: @cushnie
Carlie Cushnie's precise tailoring and sculptural designs have garnered a loyal following, counting Mrs. Obama and Beyoncé as fans.

Daily Paper
Shop here: Daily Paper
Instagram: @dailypaper
Based in Amsterdam, Daily Paper draws on the African heritage of its three founders to create distinctive, easy-to-wear clothing.

Diop
Shop here: https://weardiop.com
Instagram: @weardiop
Diop reflects designer Mapate Diop's experience growing up as a first-generation American with a strong West African heritage as seen through its use of Ankara fabric.

Duro Olowu
Shop here: Duro Olowu
Instagram: @duroolowu
A lawyer-turned-fashion-designer, Nigerian-born Duro Olowu launched his eponymous label in 2004 and has since created coveted patterned dresses that are artful representations of his international background.

Eastwood Danso
Shop here: https://www.eastwooddanso.com/
Instagram: @eastwooddanso
German-born designer Eastwood Danso is known for combining color palettes that reference his father's Ghanian heritage with monochrome streetwear cues for his eponymous menswear brand, which he launched in 2016.

Fe Noel
Instagram: @fenoel
Designer Felisha "Fe" Noel's Brooklyn-based label is all about blending Grenadian heritage with understated glamour.

Fenty
Shop here: FENTY Official Website | Luxury fashion by Rihanna
Instagram: @fenty
Rihanna's LVMH-backed fashion label Fenty is made up of elevated basics that play with bold proportions and unexpected details.

Geo
Shop here: https://www.geowebstore.com
Instagram: @geo_location
Geo Owens interned for Virgil Abloh and worked at Kanye West's design studio before launching his namesake ready-to-wear label in 2016, which uses graphic garments to understand Earth and its natural complexities.

Hanifa
Shop here: Hanifa
Instagram: @hanifaofficial
Hanifa became an instant hit after Ciara modeled a bright red pair of its figure-skimming ruffled pants on Instagram.

Heron Preston
Shop here: HERON PRESTON
Instagram: @heronpreston
A favorite among the Instagram kids, Heron Preston continually redefines workwear and uses sustainability and technology to stay ahead of the sartorial curve.

https://hopeforflowers.com/
Instagram: @hopeforflowersbytracyreese
Hope for Flowers, a new ethically- and sustainably-produced line by industry veteran designer Tracy Reese, features a range of cheery womenswear.

House of Aama
Shop here: HOUSE OF AAMA
Instagram: @houseofaama
House of Aama is a lifestyle brand rooted in the ethos of the African continent and diaspora.

House of Bloom Fashion
Shop here: https://www.houseofbloomfashion.com
Instagram: @houseofbloomfashion
Launched this September, House of Bloom Fashion specializes in playfully embellished floral frocks for all shapes and sizes.

Island Tribe
Shop here: Island Tribe
Instagram: @islandtribe_
Based in California, Island Tribe is a bohemian-style brand committed to fair trade practices.

Jibri
Shop here: JIBRI
Instagram: @jibrionline
Jibri, a plus-size label founded by Jasmine Elder, makes everything from glitzy sequin jumpsuits to classic bridal gowns.

Kai
Shop here: https://kaicollective.com
Instagram: @kaicollective
Launched in 2016, Kai Collective is a London-based womenswear brand of rich-looking, brightly colored clothing at affordable price points.

Kendra Duplantier
Shop here: https://www.kendraduplantier.com
Instagram: @kendraduplantier
In addition to designing well-cut pieces that celebrate the female form, Kendra Duplantier's newly launched namesake label promotes ethical fashion with capsule collections that are produced in limited quantities.

KENNETH IZE
Instagram: @kennethize
LVMH Prize finalist Kenneth Ize works with artisans across Nigeria to preserve centuries-old textile-making techniques that he then transforms into elegantly-tailored, colorfully-patterned suiting.

Kílentár
Shop here: https://kilentar.com
Instagram: @kilentar
A love of Nigerian designers and embellishment led Michelle Adepoju to launch Kílentár, a label that specializes in frilly blouses and corsets.

Kimberly Goldson
Shop here: https://kimberlygoldson.com
Instagram: @kimberlygoldson
Founded in 2011 by sisters Kimberly Goldson and Shelly Powell, Kimberly Goldson's brightly colored statement pieces draw inspiration from the different cultures that the designers have encountered on their international travels.

Label By Three
Shop here: https://www.labelbythree.com
Instagram: @labelbythree
Label By Three garments are designed and handmade in Phoenix, Arizona with a focus on minimalism, sustainability and versatility.

LaQuan Smith
Shop here: https://laquansmith.com/
Instagram: @laquan_smith
LaQuan Smith made his New York Fashion Week debut at 21 and has since grown a steady clientele of high-profile celebrities, including Rihanna, Lady Gaga and the Kardashian-Jenner crew, thanks to his feel-good party wares.
 

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Leimert Park Threads
Shop here: https://leimertparkthreads.com
Instagram: @leimertparkthreads
Founded by Ashley Sky Walker, Leimert Park Threads is a unisex streetwear brand that is heavily inspired by the urban environment of South L.A., as well as Black culture and historically Black colleges.

Lemlem
Shop here: https://www.lemlem.com/
Instagram: @lemlemofficial
Lemlem, founded by spermodel Liya Kebede, is a line of handwoven apparel and accessories, to elevate artisanship and expand production (and jobs) across Africa.

Lionne
Shop here: https://lionneclothing.com
Instagram: @lionneclothing
Founded by LaToia Fitzgerald in 2018, Lionne is a womenswear label that offers beautifully printed pieces.

Local European
Shop here: https://localeuropean.com
Instagram: @localeuropean
Founded by Alexandra Bunch and made in Los Angeles, Local European is brand of elevated streetwear-inspired basics made from deadstock fabrics.

Maki Oh
Shop here: Maki Oh
Instagram: @maki.oh
Maki Oh designer Amaka Osakwe has amassed a highly engaged fan base thanks to her distinctive take on artisanal Nigerian fabrics.

Martine Rose
Shop here: Martine ROSE — some place special
Instagram: @martin_rose
Since 2007, British designer Martine Rose has been drawing inspiration from '90s subcultures with her deconstructed silhouettes.

https://www.michelmen.com
Instagram: @michelmendiary
Michel Men is a New York City-based menswear label founded by Whitney Michel, a first generation Haitian American born in Brooklyn.

Muxe New York
Shop here: https://muxenewyork.com
Instagram: @muxenewyork
Kadeem Alphanso Fyffe founded Muxe New York, a statement T-shirt label, with the intent of creating unisex garments that comment on gender, politics and culture.

No Sesso
Shop here: https://www.depop.com/nosesso/
Instagram: @nosessola
Italian for "no xes/no gender," No Sesso is a Los Angeles-based brand that champions inclusivity with its fun, whimsical pieces.

Off-White
Shop here: https://www.off---white.com/en-us
Instagram: @off_white
Virgil Abloh's Off-White is known for its buzzy collaborations, industrial-themed belts and pricey sweatshirts.

Orange Culture
Shop here: https://orangeculture.com.ng
Instagram: @orangecultureng
Orange Culture is an urban streetwear label that uses Nigerian-inspired prints and colors.

Pantora Bridal
Shop here: https://www.pantorabridal.com
Instagram: @pantorabridal
Founded by Andrea Pitter-Campbell, Pantora Bridal is an upscale bridal boutique in Brooklyn, NY.

https://paskho.com
Instagram: @paskho
Paskho is an eco-friendly apparel brand that specializes in lightweight travel clothes made from luxe-looking performance fabrics.

Phlemuns
Shop here: PHLEMUNS
Instagram: @phlemuns
James Flemons established Phlemuns in 2013 as a denim brand. It has since expanded into a luxe, gender-inclusive ready-to-wear label founded on fair labor practices.

Pyer Moss
Shop here: Pyer Moss
Instagram: @pyermoss
Kerby Jean-Raymond launched Pyer Moss in 2013 as a fashion label committed to building a narrative about heritage and activism.

Remuse
Shop here: www.remusedesigns.com
Instagram: @remusedesigns
Remuse is a vegan, Afro Futurist-inspired clothing label based in Melbourne, Australia.

Romeo Hunte
Shop here: Romeo Hunte New York
Instagram: @romeohunte
New York City-based contemporary label Romeo Hunte focuses on powerful outerwear and boasts a strong celebrity fan base, including Zendaya and Gabrielle Union.

Rue107
Shop here: https://rue107.com
Instagram: @rue107
Rue107 is an inclusive contemporary fashion brand known for bold prints.

Samaria Leah
Shop here: https://samarialeah.com
Instagram: @samarialeah
"It" girls already love Samaria Leah's namesake label of reworked vintage denim, which launched in September 2019.

https://sewsquad.com
Instagram: @sew_squad
Sewsquad is a DIY fashion brand with a line of easy-to-make sewing and iron-on patterns designed by industry vet Zoey Washington.

Spencer Badu
Shop here: https://www.spencerbadu.com
Instagram: @spencerbadu
Toronto-based designer Spencer Badu's eponymous label draws influence from the Bauhaus art movement, architecture and conceptual fashion designers like Rick Owens to create gender-neutral uniforms.

Stella Jean
Shop here: https://www.stellajean.it/
Instagram: @stellajean_sj_
Haitian-Italian designer Stella Jean makes the kind of playful pieces you want to wear on vacation.

Studio 189
Shop here: Studio One Eighty Nine
Instagram: @studiooneightynine
Rosario Dawson and Abrima Erwiah co-founded Studio 189 with the aim to make great clothes, all while empowering women, preserving traditional African crafts and championing sustainability.

Stuzo Clothing
Shop here: Stuzo is a gender free apparel company for all humans to enjoy.
Instagram: @stuzoclothing
Designed for the bold at heart, Stuzo Clothing makes gender- and judgement-free garments that have been worn by Ruby Rose, Tiffany Haddish and Lena Waithe.

Telfar
Shop here: Telfar
Instagram: @telfarglobal
Winner of the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund in 2017, Liberian-American designer Telfar Clemens makes everyday sportswear and often does so by exploring and reinventing the idea of Americana.

THEBE MAGUGU
Instagram: @thebemagugu
Distinguished by its sharply tailored and powerfully politicized collections, Thebe Magugu's namesake label has risen in the fashion ranks rather quickly after he became the first African designer to win the LVMH Prize for Young Designers in 2019.

Theophilio
Shop here: THEOPHILIO
Instagram: @theophilio
Edvin Thomspon's Brooklyn-based clothing brand Theophilio combines nostalgia from his childhood spent in Jamaica with New York City culture, resulting in a bevy of joyful ruffled and tie-dyed pieces.

Threaded Tribes
Shop here: https://www.threadedtribes.com
Instagram: @threadedtribes
Threaded Tribes is a Ghanaian clothing and collectibles brand, curating sustainably sourced merchandise from the continent, ethically handmade by local artisans and designers.

Tia Adeola
Shop here: https://www.slashedbytia.net/
Instagram: @tiaadeola
Founder Teni "Tia" Adeola created Slashed By Tia from her dorm room while studying art history at The New School in 2017, which is reflected in her Renaissance-inspired designs.

Tove
Shop here: https://tove-studio.com
Instagram: @tovestudio
Co-founded by Camille Perry and Holly Wright, this London-based brand specializes in modern, feminine clothing.

https://tyrell.shop
Instagram: @tyrellbrand
Toronto-based womenswear brand Tyrell specializes in slinky, feminine silhouettes that can be worn from day to night.

Undra Celeste New York
Shop here: Undra Celeste New York
Instagram: @undracelestenewyork
Undra Duncan's line, Undra Celeste New York, is filled with bold office-appropriate separates for women who want to stand out in the boardroom.

Victor Glemaud
Shop here: HOME
Instagram: @glemaud
Haitian-born, New York-raised designer Victor Glemaud is known for his vibrant knitwear designs, which he proudly makes for people of all sizes.

Wales Bonner
Shop here: https://walesbonner.net/
Instagram: @walesbonner
Central Saint Martins graduate Grace Wales Bonner won the British Fashion Award for emerging menswear in 2019. Her fans include the Duchess of Sussex, who wore a custom white sleeveless coat-dress by the designer to present her baby, Archie, to the world.

Zelie for She
Shop here: https://www.zelieforshe.com/
Instagram: @zelieforshe
With a selection of breezy caftans and billowy maxi dresses, Elann Zelie's Los Angeles-based plus-size label Zelie for She is meant for long weekends at the beach.

https://www.andreaiyamah.com/
Instagram: @andreaiyamah
Founded by Nigerian fashion designer Dumebi Iyamah, Andrea Iyamah is recognized for its unique take on swimwear, which uses vibrant colors and cuts inspired by an array of African cultures.

Castamira
Shop here: https://www.castamira.com/collections/collection-1
Instagram: @castamira.swim
Castamira is a luxury swim label founded by former Wilhelmina model Chantel Davis.

Jade Swim
Shop here: https://jadeswim.com/
Instagram: @jadeswim
Fashion editor-turned-designer Brittany Kozerski started Jade Swim with a desire to bring her minimalist aesthetic to the pool, resulting in a range of classic styles made from luxe fabrics that can be worn from a beach day to a city night.

Keva J
Shop here: https://kevabykevaj.com
Instagram: @kevajswimwear
Keva J is a bold line of swimwear that focuses on perfecting fit and comfort.

Melissa Simone
Shop here: https://melissasimoneswim.com
Instagram: @melissasimoneswim
Melissa Simone swimwear is inspired by '90s supermodels — think hip-bone-grazing, cut-to-there bottoms and teeny triangle bikini tops.


Mint Swim
Shop here: https://www.mint-swim.com/
Instagram: @mintswimusa
Actress and model Draya Howard's line, Mint Swim, targets those who want to enhance their curves with high-cut styles in blinding neons.

https://riellibrand.com
Instagram: @riellibrand
Founded by Arielle Baril in 2019, Rielli is a zero-waste luxury label that specializes in swimwear made of crinkle-cut ribbed material.

Riot Swim
Shop here: https://www.riotswim.com
Instagram: @riotswim
Riot Swim's body-sculpting one-pieces are made from butter soft nylon and have a seamless finish, easily making them the most comfortable and wearable on the market.

Salt and Sunscreen
Shop here: https://saltandsunscreen.com
Instagram: @saltnsunscreen
Inspired by her beachy and bustling hometown of Lagos, Pinghwa Okorie launched Salt and Sunscreen with the goal of providing the perfect fit for different body types.

Trish Atelier
Shop here: https://www.trishatelier.com
Instagram: @trishatelier
Both a swim and sportswear brand, Trish Atelier makes itty-bitty neon sets.

ACCESSORIES (SHOES, BAGS, EYEWEAR)
A A K S
Shop here: https://www.aaksonline.com/
Instagram: @a.a.k.s
Akosua Afriyie-Kumi founded A A K S, a line of brightly-colored raffia bags, with the goal of sharing her favorite weaving techniques from Ghana with the world while also creating jobs within Africa.

https://www.asatamaise.com
Instagram: @asata.maise
Best known for mini baguette bags emblazoned with smiley faces, each Asata Maisé piece is handmade from sustainably-sourced reclaimed materials.

Ashya
Shop here: http://www.ashya.co/
Instagram: @ashya.co
A recent award recipient for the 2018/2019 CFDA and Accessories Council Elaine Gold Launch Pad Fellowship, Ashya is a New York-based label of luxe leather travel accessories.

Brother Vellies
Shop here: https://brothervellies.com/
Instagram: @brothervellies
Brother Vellies employs artisans from the coasts of East and South Africa to handcraft covetable shoes and handbags.

Coco and Breezy Eyewear
Shop here: https://cocoandbreezy.com/
Instagram: @cocoandbreezy
Designers (and twins) Corianna and Brianna Dotson founded Coco and Breezy Eyewear in 2009 and have since created sunglasses loved by Demi Lovato, Chanel Iman, Rihanna, Lady Gaga and Nicki Minaj.

Flat Fifteen
Shop here: https://flatfifteen.co.uk
Instagram: @flat.fifteen
Flat Fifteen is a handmade mini-bag label from London that sources re-purposed materials.

Fini Shoes
Shop here: https://www.fini.shoes
Instagram: @finishoes
Designed in New York and handmade in Portugal, Fini Shoes is a unisex footwear brand that prioritizes comfort and durability.

https://www.glazednyc.com/shop
Instagram: @glazednyc
Founded by friends Shelby Macklin and Banna Nega in 2015, Glazed NYC has grown into a line of functional accessories that are rooted in glamour and inspired by trailblazers like Josephine Baker.

Kendall Miles Designs
Shop here: https://www.kendallmilesdesigns.com
Instagram: @thekendallmiles
Kendall Reynolds founded Kendall Miles Designs, a luxury footwear label manufactured in Florence, in 2015 after studying accessories design in Milan.

Loza Maléombho
Shop here: https://lozamaleombho.com/en/shop/
Instagram: @lozamaleombho
Loza Maléombho's footwear celebrates the similarities between Ivorian tribal aesthetics and New York fashion — think chunky PVC sandals decorated with gold plated bronze details handmade by West African artisans.

Peju Obasa
Shop here: https://www.pejuobasa.com
Instagram: @pejuobasa
Knitwear designer Peju Obasa uses her vibrant Nigerian roots to create crochet belt bags.

Petit Kouraj
Shop here: https://www.petitkouraj.com/
Instagram: @petitkouraj
Launched in 2019 by Alicia Keys's former stylist, Petit Kouraj is a line of macramé-fringed carryalls made by artisans in Haiti.

Salone Monet
Shop here: https://www.salonemonet.com/
Instagram: @salonemonet
Salone Monet is a collection of thoughtfully designed inclusive nude heels, made to highlight all complexions.

https://www.silverandriley.com
Instagram: @silverandriley
Silver & Riley is a luxury leather goods brand that gives 5% of its sales to entrepreneurs.

Tree Fairfax
Shop here: https://treefairfax.com/
Instagram: @treefairfax
Virginia-based Tree Fairfax is a minimal handbag line that hand-cuts and -stitches each bag using locally-sourced, high-quality leather.

Vavvoune
Shop here: https://www.vavvoune.com/
Instagram: @vavvoune
Founded by self-taught designer Valerie Blaise, Vavvoune is a leather accessories brand created with a mindful team of craftspeople in New York City's Garment District.

Yvonne Koné
Shop here: https://www.yvonnekone.com
Instagram: @yvonnekone
A graduate of the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts, Yvonne Koné established her namesake label in 2011, and has since become one of Denmark's preeminent designers of fine leather goods and accessories.

Zou Xou
Shop here: https://www.zouxou.com/
Instagram: @zouxoushoes
New York-based footwear line Zou Xou works with master shoemakers in Buenos Aires and uses premium Argentinean leathers to make sophisticated styles that can be worn from morning to night.

https://auvere.com
Instagram: @auvere_true_gold
Founded by Steven Feldman and Gina Love, Auvere celebrates the art of handcrafted gold jewelry in its purest forms.

Beads Byaree
Shop here: https://beadsbyaree.com/
Instagram: @beadsbyaree
From shoulder-grazing brass dangles to extra large hoops, Beads Byaree makes statement-making pieces that are each works of art.

Bernard James
Shop here: https://bernardjames.com
Instagram: @bernardjames
Handcrafted in the heart of New York City, Bernard James aims to create a collection of timeless accents made from fine metals, including solid sterling silver, 14- and 18- karat gold, as well as smooth genuine leather.

Bronze & Wool
Shop here: https://www.bronzeandwool.jewelry
Instagram: @bronzeandwool
Handmade in Los Angeles using fine materials, Bronze & Wool is jewelry brand inspired by the ancestral realm and the rich history of the Black diaspora.

Conversations Over Chai
Shop on Instagram: @conversationsoverchai
Conversations Over Chai sells one-of-a-kind dangle earrings that are made with letter beads and vintage porcelain baubles.

Daem
Shop here: https://daemwatches.com
Instagram: @daemwatches
Daem is New York City-based watch brand that finds inspiration on the streets of Brooklyn and from artists pushing boundaries all over the world.

https://www.dixiegraze.uk/
Instagram: @dixiegraze
The affordable jewelry line Dixie Graze offers a range of textured gold chains and architectural charms that are perfect for layering.

Edas
Shop here: https://edas.store/collections/all
Instagram: _@edas
The handmade jewelry and accessories label Edas plays with brass wire and wooden beads to create conversation-starting sculptural pieces.

Épifene
Shop here: https://www.epifene.com/
Instagram: @epifenejewelry
Retro textured chains and crystal drop earrings are a just a few of the evening-ready jewels you can get from two-year-old label Épifene.

Gwen Beloti
Shop here: https://gwenbeloti.com
Instagram: @gwenbeloti
Brooklyn-born Gwen Beloti designs an assortment of gold-filled and gold-dipped jewels that can be worn alone or layered and stacked.

Khiry
Shop here: https://www.khiry.com/
Instagram: @khiryofficial
Khiry is a line of high-end fashion jewelry founded by Jameel Mohammed, a University of Pennsylvania graduate who began designing jewelry in 2014 while interning at Barneys New York.

https://mateonewyork.com/
Instagram: @mateonewyork
Self-taught designer and 2017 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund finalist Matthew Harris looks to modern art when creating Mateo's ornate pearl and diamond punctuated pieces.

Nandi Naya
Shop here: http://www.nandinayanyc.com/shop
Instagram: @nandinaya
New York-based jewelry brand Nandi Naya specializes in sculptural pieces.

Octave
Shop here: https://octavejewelry.com
Instagram: @octave_jewelry
Brooklyn-based Octave Jewelry makes pieces inspired by the balance between sharp geometry and soft form.

Oma the Label
Shop here: https://www.omathelabel.com/
Instagram: @omathelabel
Oma the Label specialized in bodysuits before debuting a line of perfectly chunky gold jewels inspired by Zoë Kravitz.

Serendipitous Project
Shop here: https://serendipitous-project.com/
Instagram: @serendipitiousproject
Founded in 2019 with the mission to provide a sustainable alternative for trendy jewelry, Serendipitous Project sells handmade-to-order pieces that draw inspiration from classic art and nature.

Third Crown
Shop here: https://www.thirdcrown.com/
Instagram: @thirdcrown
Husband-and-wife team Kristin and Kofi Essel fuse their love of geometric shapes with the details found in their architectural surroundings to create Third Crown, a gender neutral brand of jewelry.

https://verylastdetail.com
Instagram: @verylastdetail
Nurse practitioner-turned-designer Devenie Robbins launched the Very Last Detail four years ago with the mission to create personalized jewelry that evokes positive messages of self-care.


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White Space
Shop here: https://www.whitespacejewelry.com
Instagram: @whitespacejewelry
White Space, a jewelry line founded by Parsons School of Design graduate Khadijah Fulton, specializes in delicate necklaces and earrings that often feature baroque pearls.

Yam
Shop here: https://www.yamnyc.com/
Instagram: @yam_nyc
Yam's gold-plated beaded necklaces and acrylic pearl earrings are handmade in Astoria, New York using upcycled materials.

LOUNGEWEAR AND LINGERIE
Anya Lust
Shop here: Anya Lust | Luxury Lingerie | Seductive Lingerie | Designer Boutique
Instagram: @anya_lust
With a range of delicate lace bodysuits and sheer marabou kimonos, the lingerie label Anya Lust specializes in decadent sensuality.

Babes and Felines
Shop here: A brand that embraces your curves
Instagram: @babesandfelines
Designed for those who prioritize comfort, Babes and Felines offers a large assortment of curve-friendly loungewear.

Dayo
Shop here: https://dayowomen.com/
Instagram: @dayowomen
Dayo's line of loungewear consists of comfy pants made from soft, natural fibers and tops made with built-in breast support and adjustable straps.

https://www.lasette.shop
Instagram: @lasette_
Designed by Shiara Robinson, LaSette's size-inclusive collections are made up of pieces that promote self-confidence.


Nubian Skin
Shop here: https://us.nubianskin.com
Instagram: @nubianskin
Frustrated by the lack of skin-tone choices to go with her ever-expanding wardrobe, Ade Hassan created Nubian Skin to provide the essential underwear needs for people of color.



Nude Barre
Shop here: Nude Barre - Flesh Toned Intimates & Hosiery
Instagram: @nudebarre
Nude Barre was born out of the struggle that many Black dancers face when it comes to finding nude hosiery.

Ruby Love
Shop here: https://www.rubylove.com
Instagram: @shoprubylove
Founded by Black female business leader Crystal Etienne, Ruby Love seeks to revolutionize the Femtech industry and destigmatize menstruation with product collections that include leak-proof period underwear and monthly period kits.

Savage x Fenty
Shop here: SAVAGE X FENTY | Lingerie by Rihanna
Instagram: @savagexfenty
Rihanna's lingerie line Savage x Fenty celebrates fearlessness confidence and inclusivity.

https://tylynnnguyen.com
Instagram: @tylynnnguyenofficial
Designer TyLynn Nguyen's namesake label boasts a luxurious collection of lingerie and chic sleepwear.


Underthing
Shop here: http://www.underthingshop.com/
Instagram: @unterthingshop
Described as "lingerie for all your self-care moments," Underthing's lace bodysuits are a sexier alternative to your old T-shirts.

MULTI-BRAND STORES AND SERVICES
August Raye
Shop here: https://shopaugustraye.com
Instagram: @augustraye
August Raye is an online boutique founded by Kelly Augustine that carries independent designers making clothing in sizes 10 and up.

In the Black
Shop here: https://www.shopintheblack.com/
Launched in 2019, In the Black is Harlem's Fashion Row's retail platform, which takes the organization's mission of amplifying Black creatives in the fashion industry to new heights.

Folklore
Shop here: The Folklore | Shop Luxury African Designer Fashion Online
Instagram: @thefolklore
Folklore is an online shopping destination for luxury and emerging African fashion brands.

Luxe Reloaded
Shop here: https://luxereloaded.com
Instagram: @luxereloaded
Founded by Nigerian fashion stylist Mariam Aduke Abass in 2018, Luxe Reloaded is a sustainable platform for pre-owned luxury goods.

McMullen
Instagram: @shopmcmullen
Founded in 2007 in Oakland, McMullen is committed to supporting African and African American apparel and home décor designers.


The Narativ
Shop here: https://www.thenarativ.com/shop
Instagram: @thenarativ
Founded by Farai Simoyi of Netflix's "Next In Fashion," The Narativ curates ethically-sourced artisan brands from around the world with the goal of sharing their narratives and promoting traditional craftsmanship.

Roxanne Carne
Shop here: Roxanne Carne | Personal Stylist Serving Dallas/Fort Worth, TX & Virtually!
Instagram: @roxannecarne_stylist
Roxanne Carne is a personal stylist who offers her services to clients looking to refine their wardrobe.

Sincerely, Tommy
Shop here: Sincerely, Tommy
Instagram: @sincerelytommy_
Sincerely, Tommy is a Brooklyn-based concept store focused on spotlighting emerging womenswear and lifestyle brands.

T.A.
Shop here: Telsha Anderson
Instagram: @t.a.newyork
Founded by Telsha Anderson, T.A. is a concept store that sources luxury product from all over the world.

Thrilling
Shop here: https://shopthrilling.com
Instagram: @shopthrilling
Founded by female entrepreneur Shilla Kim-Parker, Thrilling is a digital marketplace for vintage shopping sourced from local stores across the U.S.

https://www.shopyowie.com/
Instagram: @hellowyowie
Yowie is a home and lifestyle shop that curates small collections from independent artists and designers.


Zazaii
Shop here: https://www.zazaii.com
Instagram: @experiencezazaii
Founded by editor Isoken Ogiemwonyi in 2009, Zazaii offers a modern curation of affordable clothes from both emerging and established labels.

KIDS
HBCU Pride & Joy Children's Boutique
Shop here: https://hbcupridejoy.com
Instagram: @hbcupridejoy
Founded by Dr. T. Nichole Phillips and her sister LaShanta, HBCU Pride & Joy Children's Boutique offers future HBCU graduates with tot-size collegiate apparel.

Kido Chicago
Shop here: https://www.kidochicago.com
Instagram: @kidochicago
Two Chicago creatives launched Kido Chicago to celebrate their blended family and share the affirmations they give to their children with others.

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I can attest for Vavvoune. I bought one of her bags last month and I love it so much. The quality is amazing!!! Check it out
 

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Adorned by Chi

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Adorned by Chi is an clothing and accessories brand designed for misfits and magical girls. They also produce original magical girl manga series. Adorned by Chi has been featured on Afropunk, Blavity, Nylon, The Huffington Post, and Buzzfeed.
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GDBee Art
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GDBee Art is a self-taught digital artist based in North Carolina. The majority of their works feature black subjects painted in beautiful vivid settings. Purchase their art through prints, apparel, books, and stationery.
Ota-Q Apparel
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Ota-Q Apparel is based in Houston, TX and offers cute colorful apparel and accessories in multiple sizes. Their designs are inspired by magical girls, anime, and medical themes.
Mossbadger
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Mossbadger is a gothic and lolita indie brand based in the U.S. Their prints are influenced by symbology, folklore, history, and magic.
Bisoulovely
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Bisoulovely makes handcrafted magical girl themed jewelry. They have made designs based off popular anime such as Sailor Moon, Cardcaptor Sakura, and Inuyasha.
Elegy Clothing
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Elegy Clothing is a gothic and lolita indie brand based in Cincinnati, OH. Elegy makes both lolita and ouji designs with original prints leaning towards gothic and classic styles.
Hard Decora
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Hard Decora creates apparel and illustrations with aggressively cute designs. Based in Chicago, IL, their prints often feature weaponry motifs. 25% of the profits of their BLACK ALT FASHION FIST shirt and button will be donated to the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, Black Lives Matter, and Black Visions Collective!
Starpo Shop
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Starpo Shop is an apparel brand specializing in kawaii culture. Their items include shirts, prints, and acrylic charms.
SugarySymbiote
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SugarySymbiote is an apparel brand focusing on guro and yamikawaii themes in pastel colors. Each artwork features black and brown women/non-men of color.
Dollbe
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Dollbe specializes in creating lolita fashion for all sizes. Their designs lean towards classic and sweet lolita with sizing going up to 6x. Dollbe is based in Los Angeles, CA.
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Magicalgirlme
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Magicalgirlme is creating cute handmade jewelry made for magical girls and boys. She also runs a fantastic blog and YouTube channel.
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PlusHii Kawaii
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Formerly known as Un-Re Designs, PlushHii Kawaii is creating plus-size friendly apparel and accessories. Their designs range from creepy to kawaii and everything in between.
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Fantastic Grim Jewelry
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Fantastic Grim Jewelry creates jewelry based around fairy tales and fantasy. Their designs lean towards classic and gothic styles. They are located in the US.
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Empire Noir
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Empire Noir is a gothic and lolita brand. Their designs are inspired by the Baroque period and also explores the regal and the macabre of African culture.
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Starlight Deco Dream
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Starlight Deco Dream specializes in cute resin jewelry and accessories. Their designs are inspired by 80s pop fashion, pastel cute, and mahou kei. Starlight Deco Dream is based in Houston, TX.
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Milkribbon
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Milkribbon is an artist inspired by folkloric European myths, traditions and a modern Marie Antoinette attitude. This European indie brand makes prints, brooches, and other small accessories.
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Lilith et Adalia
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Lilith et Adalia is a lifestyle brand created by a duo in New York City. They create one-of-a-kind pieces for in both adults’ and children’s sizes. Their gothic and classic lolita pieces are inspired by a mix of vintage, classic, whimsical, and elegant elements.
Meltychocolatemoon
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Meltychocolatemoon makes handmade accessories and apparel inspired by anime tropes. They are based in Sweden.
Proper Gnar
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Proper Gnar is certainly one-of-a-kind in the kawaii scene. They make kawaii skateboards and streetwear. That’s gnarly!
A Lovely Rainbow Sparkle Party
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A Lovely Rainbow Sparkly Party is a a digital artist. Their artwork is available on various surfaces such as T-shirts, hoodies, bags, stickers, and mugs.
Miss Candyholic
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Miss Candyholic is inspired by many cute elements of Japanese street fashion. They make kawaii clothing and accessories. Many of their items are animal-inspired.
Shoppe Gal
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Shoppe Gal is the clothing brand of tattoo artist and kawaii illustrator ipukekawaii. Their cute tattoo designs are available on leggings and shirts.
Kiyoko’s Closet by Ichigo Black
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Kiyoko’s Closet by Ichigo Black is run by a mother and daughter team on the east coast. Together they create creepy and cute designs ranging from lolita, steampunk, and cosplay.
Kawaii Kogals Creations
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Kawaii Kogals Creations is an artist in Michigan. Their artwork is available on a various accessories such as leggings and home goods such as pillow cases, stickers, and mugs. One of their goals is to start fundraising for inner city families with children with special needs.
Tooth Decay Accessories
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Based in Ottawa, Canada, Tooth Decay Accessories creates sweet accessories surely to give you cavities.
Silver Veirnon
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Silver Veirnon is an artist creating colorful works with creepy cute vibes. Their work is available as stickers.
TeeheartTee
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TeeheartTee, based out of Los Angeles, CA, creates shiny decoden phone cases and press-on nails. Custom orders accepted.
Ivy Frozen Productions
Website | Webshop | Facebook
Ivy Frozen Productions has been creating garments since 2008. Their designs take inspiration from 40s, 50s, 60s, Victorian, Georgian, Rococo, and the Renaissance periods. Clothing is made-to-order and accept custom commissions as well.
Meowsa’s Magical World
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Meowsa’s Magical World specializes in making a variety of skirts. They also take sewing commissions.
Coco Kuma Studios
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Coco Kuma Studios makes designs inspired by colorful J-fashion. Their shop is full of items in pastel pink and mint.
VVednesdays
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VVednesdays is an artist currently based in San Antonio, TX. Their art is inspired by both happy and dark elements often featuring monster girls as the subjects. Art is available as prints, keychains, and apparel. They also create handmade bracelets.
Pupcakes & Cupcats
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Pupcakes + Cupcats combines two cute things together: animals and food! Their artwork is available on apparel and various home goods. They are based in Ashburn, VA.
Kie Design
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Kie Design creates fashion accessories such as berets, earrings, and detachable collars. Based out of Houston, TX, they also take custom orders.
CiAyeTea Bath and Body
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CiAyeTea Bath and Body makes small-batch, cruelty-free, and vegan-friendly bath products. Products include bath bombs, bath litters, soaps, and scrubs inspired by anime and fairy kei.
Kumahime
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Kumahime is an artist based in Philadelphia, PA. Their artwork cute girls and animals and is available in many formats from shirts, pillows, mugs, and other home goods.
Pixistix
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Pixistix is a cosmetologist with the goal of “bringing more alternative hair options to the natural hair community one braid at a time.” They create colorful braided wigs and cute braid jewelry to match.
Bubble Cloud Boutique
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Bubble Cloud Boutique makes small accessories that go well with sweet lolita and other cute styles. They are based in Raleigh, NC.
MahouMonie
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MahouMonie crafts resin accessories with magic and love. Their products come in a variety of pastel colors.
Sugar Trampoline
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Sugar Trampoline is an independent clothing and accessories brand based in England. They started as a small jewelry brand and now have expanded to making garments such as bloomers and skirts. Bespoke orders are welcome.
Monster Envy
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Monser Envy is an alternative fashion indie brand and artist. Their designs range from goth to pastel and from printed garments to handmade creations.
Moshi Melon
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Moshi Melon is a small group artists from south Florida. They design cute characters featured on prints, enamel pins, acrylic charms, apparel, and more.
*Moshi Melon is partially black-owned. The art seen on their IG and website is created by Ellis who is Latina. The crafts are created by Panda who is indigenous and Afro-Latinx; the crafts are usually one-of-a-kind and sold at conventions, so they are not listed on the website.
Deco and Dice
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Deco and Dice creates fake sweets, dice, and natural-themed jewelry. Their work can be found at the 3 Gear Studios store inside The Historic Savage Mill Mall (8600 Foundry Street , Savage MD 20763).
Space Pinata
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Space Pinata is a French indie brand creating “accessories for cute monsters.” Their accessories are neon colored often with subtle grotesque themes.
Karousel Kouture
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Karousel Kouture rotates through various styles such as kawaii and Y2K. If you like pink, this is the store for you. Their sizing ranges from XS-3XL.
Kid Taro
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Kid Taro, formerly known as Taro Sweet Design, is a multimedia artist specializing in resin and decoden. Their designs use a lot of nature and technology motifs in a colorful way.
Sweet Bitz
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Sweet Bitz creates printed apparel in cute, quirky, sweet, and nerdy designs. They have a good balance between colorful and dark designs.
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House of Aris
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House of Aris creates what they call “slow fashion.” Started in 2018, this brand creates unique, bold, and avant garde clothing and accessories with an eye for patterns and textures. House of Aris is currently based in Vietnam.
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Jadedisland
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Jadedisland is a kawaii writer and artist. Read her captivating words about the kawaii community through her eyes as a black femme creator. Hire Jadeisland for many writing services such as writing blog posts, conducting interviews, and consulting for creatives.
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Moon Noodle Shop
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Moon Noodle Shop is creating for creators. They make silicone resin molds and glitter mixes in the cutest designs. Their molds are very popular within the resin community.
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Magical Boys Club
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Magical Boys Club makes apparel and pins based on mahou shoujo and mahou shounen. They are a NYC-based designer.
TealTeacup
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TealTeacup is an enamel pin and sticker maker who loves anime and corgis. Their renditions of popular media such as Sailor Moon, Animal Crossing, and Studio Ghibli are so adorable!
Star Whisp
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Star Whisp makes polymer clay charms, acrylic charms, stickers, buttons, and more. They also make illustrations with watercolor, acrylic, and gouache. Their designs are inspired by good magic, life, and all things spooky-cute.
Harajuku Tattoo
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Harajuku Tattoo is Florida’s only black woman-owned inter-sectional kawaii tattoo shop. Their designs are inspired by anime, magical girls, and more. Find their studio at 9951 Atlantic Blvd. Suite 312, Jacksonville FL 32225.
 

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Iconografi
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Iconografi sells anime and video game inspired accessories They make earrings (pierced and clip-on), acrylic charms, and stickers.
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Chala Supplies
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Chala Supplies creates silicone molds and supplies for resin and decoden crafts. They have a ton of designs inspired by video games, sweets, and cute mascot characters.
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LABillustration
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LABillustration is an Austin, TX-based illustrator creating art prints, enamel pins, and zipper pouches. They illustrate original works and create anime and video game fan products. 100% of their print sales will be donated to Black Visions Collective and BLM. All other proceeds will go back to other black-owned shops.
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Pretty Mouse Co.
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Pretty Mouse Co. is for those who like to be cute. They sell original design shirts and select accessories to match.
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Bon Bon Magazine
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Bon Bon Magazine is an independent magazine about J-fashion and kawaii culture. The content in the latest issue (vol. 2) is centered around black, brown, and olive skin tones and how minorities make a difference in the kawaii community.
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UsagiTwins
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UsagiTwins specializes in chokers and fanart buttons. Themes in their shop include yume kawaii, yami kawaii, and menhera.
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Dragon Dandy
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Dragon Dandy loves making hair accessories. Their shop makes a lot of hair bows.
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Maeykoh Menhera
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Maeykoh Menhera is a menhera and yumekawaii artist based in Washington, D.C. They sell shirts and pins with their menhera artwork. *Maekyoh Menhera is partially black-owned.
Kawaii Body and Bath
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Kawaii Body and Bath creates handmade and cruelty-free bath products based on anime and all things kawaii. Their products include bath bombs, scrubs, and more.
In Control Clothing
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In Control Clothing is an apparel shop based in Houston, TX. Their designs come in both pastel and dark colorways with inspirations from anime, vaporware, outer space, and much more.
Polka Dot Cute Shop
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Polka Dot Cute Shop is an artist creating apparel, buttons, home/office goods, and other trinkets. Their designs include a lot of chibi animals and foods.
Midnight Springs
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Midnight Springs is an artist inspired by anime, menhera, and creepy cute motifs. Their art is available as enamel pins, apparel, pouches, and more.
Dandy Puppetrois
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Dandy Puppetrois is a delicious-looking jewelry and accessories brand based in the US. Their whimsical food designs come in sweet and spooky flavors. They plan to produce clothing in the future.
 

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Thank you for the wonderful thread, OP! Not quite ready to purchase a new handbag but definitely going to be getting something from a Black designer! This made my search so much easier.
 

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Here is the Instagram of the owner: @stylepantry
Her style is classy and elegant with a modern nod to cuts from the 40's and 50's

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Diarrablu (Plus Size Friendly luxury brand)
Instagram: @thediarrablu

DIARRABLU is high contemporary lifestyle brand founded by Diarra Bousso. The brand’s mission is to iterate for sustainability while highlighting the African continent’s rich colors and unique patterns through practical and versatile pieces designed using mathematical concepts or algorithms.

The majority of the pieces are produced in Dakar, Senegal and the brand’s ethos is focused on sustainability, wanderlust, tradition and algorithms. The pieces are known for being convertible, adjustable and wearable accross various sizes for a prolonged lifecycle.

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Looking for Black fashion designers and/or Black-owned online clothing stores in the <$100 range!
 

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