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BROTHER VELLIES
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T HE U L T I M A TE OWNED L U X U R Y G I F T GU I DE 8 G I F T S F O R E V E RY R E A S O N A N D S E AS O N S im p lif y y o u r ho l i da y s h o p p in g th is y ea r ! - 6
O U T W I T H T HE O LD , I N W I T H T H E B OL D! P o p u l a r d e s ig ner ha nd b ag s a r e m o v in g o ut, a n d u ni q ue h a n d c ra f te d ha nd b ag s are m o v in g in ! - 1 1 I N T H E K I T C HE N : SAUCES & SEASONINGS
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GIFTS FOR THE
discerning gentleman
H O M E R E F R ES H W IT H F O R B E S M A ST E R S “ T ru e lu x u ry lies in cr a f t in g s p a c e s th a t a uth e nt ic a l l y r e f l e c t th e e s sen c e o f ea c h in d iv id u a l a n d em b o dy t he i r t r u e s e l v e s .” - 51
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81 THE BLACK LUXURY HOME FEATURING DOMAIN
W e ’ v e g o t y o u c o v er ed f r o m d e c o r, d in n e rw a re a n d t a b le lin e n s to de l ic io u s s a u c e s & s e a s o n in g s . - 5 9
KIDS AND BABY FEATURING KAY + KAI
Ta v ia F orb e s
T H E B L A C K B E AU TY LIST: THE BEST OF THE BEST F e a tu r in g a m az i n g b ra n d s in S k in & H a ir C ar e , F r a g ra n c e & M ak eu p - 72
ANIMAIRIS.COM
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FROM AFRICA TO AMERICA Wilglory Tajong, Founder and CEO of Anima Iris, is taking the luxury handbag world by storm! What began as a hobby has blossomed into a successful brand, with sales soaring past $1 Million in the first 2 years! Celebrities and influencers, including Emmy Award Winner Cheryl Lee Ralph, Colony Reeves, Joy Ofodu, Yvonne Orji, and even the iconic Beyoncé, have been spotted flaunting the brand’s captivating patterns and styles.
Anima Iris Anima Iris is not merely a luxury
handbag brand; it is a manifestation of art, passion, and conscious craftsmanship, setting the stage for
a timeless journey of style and purpose. Tajong and her skilled team of artisans effortlessly push the boundaries of creativity, giving life to new styles that are born from sketches and brainstorm sessions. With
6
distinct
styles
offering
multiple
sizes
and
exquisite
variations, Anima Iris caters to a fashionista’s wildest dreams.
THE POWER OF PRINTS
Enter a world of fearless fashion as we showcase Black fashion designers that are influencing their industry with fearless prints that push the boundaries of creativity and self-expression. Discover a fusion of traditional and modern elements, as designers blend tribal prints with contemporary aesthetics, creating a harmonious and striking balance. From mesmerizing floral patterns to daring color combinations and more, these 10 brands with bold prints are a testament to the creative genius of Black fashion designers. Diarrablu | diarrablu.com Ace Kouture | acekouture.com
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BL O D Prints Christie Brown Top Left - Sleeveless Mini Embroidered Dress christiebrownonline.com | @christiebrowngh
Hanifa Top Right - Soraya II Maxi - Green hanifa.co | @hanifaofficial
Dressed in Joy Middle Left - Dani Shirt Dress Mystic dressedinjoy.com | @dressedinjoy
Andrea Iyamah Bottom Middle - Hibi Shorts Ilia II Print andreaiyamah.com | @andreaiyamah
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SCOTCHPORTER.COM
Gifts
FOR THE DISCERNING GENTLEMAN
From fashion to personal care, shop these Blackowned brands offering a range of products that combine sophistication with the art of self-care.
SPRINGBREAKWATCHES.COM
SAVOIRFAIRE.STORE
SO UL CA FE
style. TALLEYANDTWINE.COM
DONMORPHY.COM
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EXPERIENCE THE CAPTIVATING TOUR OF FLAVORS AND AROMAS THAT AWAIT AS YOU EXPLORE THE WORLD OF UNIQUE BLACKOWNED COFFEES. FROM THE EARTHY AND BOLD NOTES OF AFRICAN BLENDS TO THE SMOOTH AND BALANCED FLAVORS OF SOUTH AMERICAN VARIETIES, AWAKEN YOUR SENSES AND SAVOR THE RICH, FLAVORFUL BREWS AS EACH CUP TAKES YOU ON A DELIGHTFUL JOURNEY OF
Cultural Richness
FROM BEANSTO BREWS
Sip + Sonder sipandsonder.com
Kahawa 1893 Rare African Coffee Bundle kahawa1893.com
RedBay Coffee "Mizudashi" Cold Brew Coffee Maker redbaycoffee.com
Reville Trading Company Kopi Luwak reveille.io
Ezra Coffee Candied Yams ezracoffeeco.com
Dope Coffee Ethiopian Dripp Coffee Pods K-Cups realdope.coffee
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indulge IN A WORLD OF LUXURY WHERE
BEAUTY IS AN ART FORM. FROM LONG-LASTING FRAGRANCES THAT EXUDE CLASS AND SOPHISTICATION TO MAKEUP THAT YOUR SKIN TONE PERFECTLY, THIS SECTION IS JUST THE TIP OF THE ICEBERG WHEN IT COMES TO BLACK-OWNED BEAUTY BRANDS!
compliments
theBlack
BEAUTY
list
@BRITTANY_JANAEE_ @NATURALLYCOTY @JESSICA.ELIZABETH__
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KIDS
SEVIIN CHILDRENS APPAREL SEVIINCHILDRENSAPPAREL.COM
love
baby love THE HAPPY HUES CO HAPPYHUES.COM
ANNDREW MARIE ACCESSORIES ANNDREWMARIE.COM
EBONY SEEDS BABY BOUTIQUE EBONYSEEDS.COM
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Founder + CEO
But the excitement doesn't stop here We're looking forward to bringing you even more content and exceptional brand experiences in the very near future. The Black Luxury Experience is just getting started, and we can't wait to reveal what's next as we begin this extraordinary journey together!
Carmen Neely | Founder + CEO
Jessica Anderson | Art Director
Coty Terry | Public Relations
& New Business Development
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