April 2021 Brown Sugar Mini Magazine

APRIL 2021 $131 RETAIL VALUE

Brown Sugar Dreams

Come True

(is 4 years old!)

If You Don’t Celebrate You, Who Will?

Like Fine Wine P L AY L I S

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Issa Celebration!

SOME OF OUR FAVORITE BROWN SUGAR BOXES OVER THE YEARS

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Issa Celebration W

elcome to April! Sunny days are yours for the

taking. You’ve been sowing good seeds all winter long and now it’s time to reap the harvest. A new season is here with endless opportunities to beautifully blossom into the woman of your dreams. Do you want to know our favorite thing about you? Loyalty. When Black women show up, WE REALLY SHOW UP!! This month’s box is extra special.

The Brown Sugar Box turns 4 years old this month all because of your incredible support. What began as an extension of the top picks from our collection quickly transformed into a thoughtfully curated labor of love. Fun Fact: We plan out these boxes months in advance! We don’t play about Black women! You deserve our very best. This box wouldn’t be possible without you. Cheers to four more years and beyond. Thanks from the bottom of our hearts for holding us down as we lift up every Black woman and girl.

Splendid Charm Kimonos, $45 (1 OF 8 PRINTS)

Every girl needs a lightweight kimono in her wardrobe. Bold and chic. Elegant and edgy. This jazzy kimono checks all the boxes! Whether you’re keeping it casual or need an extra layer, this kimono is the perfect fit for any occasion. Wear it with or without the waist tie. Comes in two sizes: One Size (S-L) or One Size Curvy (XL-3XL). You’ll receive one of eight designs.

Wear it as an outfit

Melanin Love Language

Purple Bliss

Tribal Angles

Indigo Goddess

Darling Diva Animal Instinct

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Patchwork Queen

Island Empress

APRIL 2021 Stay Fly Cami, $15

Tank top season is upon us! Admit it. You love to show a little skin every now and then. We got you!

Relax your shoulders and slip on the comfy Stay Fly cami. Pair it with your new kimono, wear it solo, under a lightweight duster, or pair it with your favorite jeans. Made with 100% cotton jersey fabric.

We Promise You: 5-6 Items at an $85 value

This month’s value:

$131

Issa Celebration! Scratch & Win, $1

Scratch and win the prize shown. Over $1,000 in prizes!

Platinum Brown Sugar Babe –FREE 1 year subscription (1 winner) Diamond Brown Sugar Babe – FREE 3 month subscription (2 winners) Gold Brown Sugar Babe – FREE 1 month subscription (5 winners) Ruby Brown Sugar Babe – 20% off coupon (100 winners) Silver Brown Sugar Babe – 10% off coupon (over 1,000 winners)

Glamorous Life Jewelry Dish, $15 (1 OF 4 DESIGNS)

Twinkle, Twinkle 5pc.

Gold or Silver Plated Earring Set, $35 (1 OF 4 SETS, GOLD OR SILVER)

You’re a star on the rise! A fabulous combination of brilliance, elegance, and integrity. You deserve total admiration.

Shine a little brighter with the gold and silver plated Twinkle, Twinkle 5pc.

Gold or Silver Plated Earring set. You’ll receive one set with a pair of studs for each day of the week.

Never lose another mate to your favorite earrings! The ceramic Glamorous Life jewelry dish is a decorative holder to organize your tiny accessory all in one place.

Store it on your nightstand or bathroom vanity. You’ll receive 1 of 4 designs: Hello Gorgeous, Brown Sugar Bling, Shine Bright Like a Diamond, or Beauty, Radiance Strength.

Size 10cm x 10cm.

Care instructions: Run underwater using a delicate brush to clean.

Place on a drying rack.

Good Lovin’ 8oz. Body Wash, $20 (1 OF 3 SCENTS) Rinse your troubles away with the richness of a gentle body wash made to nourish melanated skin. The Good Lovin’ Body Wash is a cleansing soap that will hydrate your skin and lock in moisture leaving behind a radiant afterglow. Apply a generous amount directly to a damp washcloth or onto wet skin then lather all over.

Rinse thoroughly. Available in 3 scents: Peach Empress, Lavender Goddess, or Jasmine Queen.

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Brown Sugar Dreams Come True

By Girl Tyler

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zzy & Liv was listed as one of the fastest-growing companies by INC Magazine in 2020 landing at #560 out of 5000, and number 13 in New Jersey, where our headquarters is based. We earned small business love through Beyonce’s BeyGOOD Foundation in conjunction with the NAACP. We saw Lebron James’ baby girl rocking our little girls pajamas – that was nice. In the fall, our founder Nicole W. Brown was featured in Forbes for her vision behind Izzy & Liv. Then in February 2021, Forbes welcomed us into the first class of the Next 1000. And how did we get here? A leap of faith.

Several years ago, it became glaringly obvious to Nicole that Black Women were not being seen in the digital space. The number of digital lifestyle brands centering Black Women as the primary consumer was scarce.

She saw a problem and came up with the solution. Despite personal hurdles and many sacrifices, Nicole followed through with her vision. Izzy & Liv was born in 2014. Three years later, we launched the Brown Sugar Box. Today, we reach hundreds of thousands of women around the world each and every month.

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“Brown Sugar Babes, I am so proud of what we have become together.

I am proud of myself. I am proud of you. We’ve done well together. NEVER EVER did I imagine that we’d create this amazing sisterhood and community of Black Women who support each other on a daily basis. I never aspired to be an entrepreneur but I saw a need to serve Black Women and stepped up—and you responded. For that, I am forever grateful.” -Nicole W. Brown May her story invigorate you to follow through with your dreams. Imagine what you can accomplish over the next seven years with determination and a committed team in place. There’s a space for you in any and every industry.

Be confident in knowing that people will show up for you. Fear is crippling. “What if I fail?” “What if people laugh?” “What if I make a mistake?” Here is something to consider, what if everything works out in your favor? The first step is to get started. Invest in yourself and the rest will fall into place.

Identify your purpose. Develop a strategy then execute it. You will encounter obstacles along the way which is a great indicator of growth. Keep going. We wouldn’t be here without you. There’s power in your influence. Tap into it!

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... I am proud of myself.

I am proud of you.

We’ve done well together.

NEVER EVER did I imagine that we’d create this amazing sisterhood and community of Black Women who support each other on a daily basis ...”

– NICOLE W. BROWN

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Looking Back SEPT. 2017

IN THE BOX · Peace, Love & Hip Hop Tee · QUEEN Hat · Don't Be A Hardrock Straw Tumbler · Crazy Sexy Cool Cosmetic Pouch · 4-pack Throwback Pin Set · Sugar Scrub and Lip Balm Set from BubblesSoapCo (www.bubblesoapco.com)

DEC. 2017

IN THE BOX · I Came To Sleigh Long Sleeve Tee · 2018 Black Girl Magic Calendar · Tribal Print Phone Case/Wallet/Clutch Combo · 4 Piece Mixed Stone Bracelet Set · Mixed Stone Necklace · Instant Win Scratch Off · So Posh Beauty Body Oil & Facial Steam Set (www.soposhbeauty.com)

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... IT’S BEEN 4 GREAT YEARS TOGETHER!

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JAN. 2018

MAY 2018

IN THE BOX · Donyale Model T-Shirt · Wake Up Pray Grind Repeat Sleepshirt (One Size) · Floral Print Satin Robe (One Size) · Generation One Black Wealth DVD (www.blackandmarriedwithkids.com) · Reclaiming My Time Sleep Mask · Reclaiming My Time Self Care Notepad (from www.imapurposeplanner.com) · Free Bath Bomb Voucher from myswagboutique.com

IN THE BOX · Round The Way Girl T-Shirt · P.Y.T. Hat · Fly Girl 4-Piece Nail Polish Set · Flip Up Sunglasses · Tenderoni Necklace · 2-Pair Bamboo Earrings · Koils By Nature Body Butter (koilsbynature.com)

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Looking Back

... IT’S BEEN 4 GREAT YEARS TOGETHER!

DEC. 2019

NOV. 2019

IN THE BOX · Afro Affirmations Tee · Twinkle Twinkle Black Girl Magic Oversized Sleepshirt · When I Sip, You Sip We Sip Stainless Steel Wine Tumbler · Bad & Snoozy Aromatherapy Sleep Mask · Tribal Print Satin Line Sleep Bonnet

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IN THE BOX · Glam Sugar Babe T-Shirt · 2020 Black Girl Magic Wall Calendar · Hello Gorgeous Jewelry Box (one of 3 colors) · Queen Crystal Necklace (Gold or Silver Plated) · 2-Pack Glam Hair Pin Set (1 of 4 Packs) · Shooting Star Ring (Gold or Silver Plated) · 2-Pack Wine Inspired Soap Set (1 of 2 Scented Packs) · Black Girl Magic Illustrated Socks (1 of 3 Designs)

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JAN. 2020

IN THE BOX · Still I Rise T-Shirt · It's Above Me Now Metallic Mug (1 of 3 colors) · Drop It Like It's Hot Tea Steeper (1 of 3 colors) · Black Girl Magic Organic Loose Leaf Tea (1 of 4 flavors) · Level Up Workout Fanny Pack (1 of 4 colors) · Vegan Leather Fitness Tracker Watch (1 of 4 colors) · 2020 Goal Getter Agenda

JUNE 2020

IN THE BOX · Bloomin' Queen Tee · Beats for the Heat Speaker (1 of 5 colors) · Picnic & Chill Insulated Cooler Bag (1 of 3 colors) · Cool It Now Neck Fan (1 of 4 colors) · Face Mask (1 of 8 patterns) · Pack It Up Food Containers (1 of 2 sets)

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If You Don’t Celebrate You, Who Will?

By Saeeda Ruffin

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s black women, you wear so many hats. Between work obligations, family responsibilities, and any other endeavors that you choose to pursue, you are always giving of yourself. Not only can you give diva-tude when you feel it necessary, but you are a BOSS about what you do.

Nobody has time for half-doing and letting things slip. If you are like most black women, whatever you go after, you do with everything that you have. No lies detected here at all!

There’s no denying that you deserve your props. Yes, Queen, you deserve every last bit of the respect that you have earned through the positive life that you lead. This world has its own problems, so, the possibility is very real that you may not be recognized as you should. That being said, why wait for other people to acknowledge your contributions?

Truth be told, you shouldn’t. That celebration may not come from others. So, do it yourself!

That’s right! Give yourself some glory, some praise, and some adulation. If you don’t celebrate you, who will?

Here are 4 ways for you to pat your own back and encourage yourself:

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Check Your Modesty At The Door If you have done something amazing, incredible, or made any positive contribution, you have the right to make that known. Don’t use humility as an excuse not to give your own self credit for being fantastic!

No, Ma’am. You need to let people know that you DID IT! You can do this with a post on your social media, by updating your LinkedIn Profile or resume, or just by telling folks. You don’t have to go into great detail, but taking time to recognize yourself is important, not just to you, but to those who mean something in your life as well. Believe it or not, people who love you WANT to hear about the good things that happen to you. So, tell it!

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Jaunt Off On A Celebration Journey Pick a place that you’ve always wanted to go and make that dream happen.

This doesn’t have to be an uber expensive trip, but it can be. That’s totally up to you. But, when you go, Girl, be sure to take that Izzy and Liv Kimono that you got. It will make you feel so luxurious. Whether you opt for a trip to Japan or a trip to the next city over, put on your traveling shoes and enjoy everything that it has to offer...on your own terms.

Buy Your Way Happy Go on a shopping hunt to find something special to be a daily reminder of your accomplishment. A few gift-to-yourself ideas to commemorate the moment could include a blacknificent piece of art that speaks to you, jewelry that screams “FABULOUS”, or an outfit that you can work like nobody’s business. But, Sis, it’s your success and your money, so you can go as big as you want with your celebratory purchase!

Have A Success Fest Get your squad together and get your groove on! Sis, put on the most lit party that you’ve ever had the pleasure of attending.

Decorate with things that make YOU feel special. Have the foods YOU like. Play YOUR favorite songs. Have an event fit for a queen.

All of that for you? Why not? Sis, it’s clear that you absolutely deserve it! CHEERS to you!

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beauties Izzy & Liv customers truly are THE BEST! We LOVE seeing your social media posts sharing your boxes each month. Here are a few highlights from February 2021.

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Congratulations to last month’s WINNER! Taquavia J. was randomly selected from sharing Brown Sugar love on social media to WIN her free box.

Thank you to everyone who shared! Stay in it to win it and don’t forget to share this box using hashtags #brownsugarbox #izzyandliv for your chance to win next month’s giveaway.

BONUS: Join our Facebook Group: The Brown Sugar Lounge, for a SECOND CHANCE to win a free box.

Like Fine Wine PL AY LI S T

By Girl Tyler

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ociety's obsession with age and beauty became embedded in our brains at a very young age. Commercials pedal anti-aging products while magazine ads photoshop their way into our subconscious to believe their standards of beauty. Who cares what “they” have to say? Melanin is a badge of honor. Everyone knows Black women only get better with time. The Like Fine Wine playlist is all about aging gracefully while embracing every aspect of your outward appearance.

Age is a blessing. Welcome it with open arms, all parts. Turn on this playlist, strip down to your birthday suit, and admire every inch of your body in the mirror.

You’re just as sexy now as you were 15 years ago! Own it, sister.

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Age Ain’t a Factor by Jaheim Too Hot by Kool and the Gang I'm Coming Out by Diana Ross Brick House by Commodores Unpretty by TLC Lady Lady by Masego Beauty by Dru Hill Insatiable by Prince Butta Love by Next My Love Is Like...Wo by Mýa Don't Cha by The Pussycat Dolls Just Gets Better with Time

by The Whispers Black Butterfly by Deniece Williams Video by India Arie My Humps by Black Eyed Peas Caramel by City High ft. Eve Bootylicious by Destiny’s Child Sexify by Leah Labelle Nice for What by Drake Details by Jacob Latimore ft. Calboy Like This by Kelly Rowland ft. Eve Pop Dat by LightSkinKeisha Big Momma Thang by Lil’ Kim Pretty B*tch Freestyle by Saweetie

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Frequently asked questions

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Can I change my size preference for future boxes?

Yes, you can do so inside your Brown Sugar Box account on izzyandliv. com, or you can email us at support@izzyandliv.com to update your preferences for you.

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When will I be billed for next month’s box?

You will be rebilled on the 1st of the month for the next box. You will not be billed for the next box until after the box from the current month has been shipped/ delivered.

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What is your cancellation policy?

Your subscription can be cancelled at any time in your Brown Sugar Box Account Settings at izzyandliv.com. If you’ve already been billed for the next box (1st of the month), your cancellation will take affect the next billing cycle.

To cancel your subscription, login to your account and click on the Subscription tab, then click “edit” next to your subscription. You can also email us to request that we cancel for you.

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Can I exchange or return items in my box?

We cannot accept returns at this time for Brown Sugar Box items, but we welcome your feedback to improve.

Email us at support@ izzyandliv.com to share your thoughts. We value your feedback and our mission is to make every Brown Sugar Box more than worth your while! Your feedback will help us to make sure we make this box amazing and valuable as it can be.

As far as the item(s), you can always gift them to a friend, coworker, or family member- these items make GREAT gifts!

Can I skip a month without cancelling?

Yes, you can skip a future month delivery and not be billed for it, without having to cancel your entire subscription. Once logged into your Brown Sugar Box account at izzyandliv. com, you will need to open the “Delivery Schedule” tab. There you will see all upcoming deliveries for your subscription. To skip a delivery you just need to click “Skip” to the right of each relevant delivery.

This will only skip that one delivery. To skip multiple deliveries you will need to click “Skip” next to each relevant one. Alternatively, you can email to have us skip deliveries for you.

How can I share photos or unboxing videos with you?

Yes! We live for customer feedback & reviews! Just post your pics or video on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube etc. and hashtag #brownsugarbox, #izzyandliv and @izzyandliv. You can also leave a photo review on the Brown Sugar Subscription page! If you make a blog post email us with the link. If your social media is private we will not be able to see your post, so feel free to email us to let us know where to check it out!

Something went wrong with my order/ delivery what should I do?

Should you have an issue with your box items (damage, received wrong size, etc) you must notify us at support@izzyandliv. com, with photo(s), within 7 days of receipt of your package. After 7 days, we will not be able to process requests related to this month’s box. If your box was returned due to consumer error, please reach out to customer service for reshipment at an additional cost.

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I have feedback or questions, who do I contact?

We can be reached at support@izzyandliv.com

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