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Accessories elevate your outďŹ t. Our culture elevates the community. Our style elevates the world. Its no secret that we are the trendsetters for everything, from rock n roll to rap, from scarves to the direction you wear your cap. We are the originators. These are a few black owned brands that are here to elevate us all.

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his craft is the art of weaving.

Using skills and techniques that are unique to this part of Ghana, the craftsmanship is the foundation of our brand. This is where A A K S handbags are made. The bags are woven incorporating the use of raďŹƒa and finishing off with leather. It takes approximately one week to complete a handbag. This attests to our unwavering dedication to modern style and interpretations using traditional methods.

Made by hand each bag bears the finger prints of the person who fashioned it and we add a signature tag to prove authenticity. We strive for beauty and individuality in each product and natural variations in texture and colour forms part of our designs.

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gnes baddoo is a luxury lifestyle brand specializing in leather goods that is committed to consistently providing well-crafted investment pieces to a global discerning customer.

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MINAH ABDUL JILLIL is a Luxury Shoe Brand launched in August 2012. Aminah's shoes are known for a bold yet feminine design aesthetic that has led to Global Distribution in over 50 countries including brand partnerships with premier luxury fashion retailers Harvey Nichols and Level Shoes.

Born in Anchorage, Alaska Aminah Abdul-Jillil began as a professional dancer in Los Angeles, performing with some of the biggest names in music including Britney Spears and Janet Jackson.

In 2019, Aminah was awarded ’Accessory Designer Of The Year’ by ESSENCE Magazine. What makes Aminah Abdul-Jillil's designs unique is her excitement to "try something different".

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he Cameroonian-born girl grew up stateside. Frequently left to relish in the vibrant colours of traditional wear in her mother’s closet, she discovered one could lose themselves in the lush textures, the bold colours, all the ways to describe a place an ocean away.

Africa is the future and its fashion industry is on the rise. In response to all those childhood questions about her identity and its place in the world, Wilglory built Anima Iris, a unique high fashion brand that is situated at the inevitable rise of this sector. Influential, innovative, and groundbreaking, Anima Iris is disrupting the global fashion industry by redefining “luxury� and including Africa in its narrative, once and for all. Most importantly, she is doing so at the intersection of fashion, sustainability, transparency and social responsibility".

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nu Crown is a new online business providing fun, quality and easily accessible hats, which the firm calls brims, via the firm's website and pop-up experiences. The firm carries brim wear with classic cuts, specifically the popular fedora, that provide both style and functionality.

Creating a brand that is much more than just a hat, Anu Crown is becoming family. Just as you embrace your family.

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e sell stylish and affordable prescription and non prescription glasses online.

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ewelry is a powerful expression and reflection of your inner heart. The Mingo Gold Collection is an assortment of thousands of fine quality jewelry pieces at a price to complete every one of your fashion choices. The Silver Collection brings a Radiance to your Style. This two tone silver and purple earrings gives your look that extra glimmer.

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ur first signature shoe, The Prelude. A versatile, mid top sneaker fit for both men and women alike.

Our shoes are made using premium leather.

The insole is lined with leather and finished with a classic white Margom sole.

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am was conceived when my mom brought home a jewelry making book when I was young. An activity that unknowingly implanted an idea for a company later recognizing her legacy.

Yam is an ode to my late mother, upcycled materials and new nostalgia.

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oday the Tori Soudan Shoe Collection is about timeless sophistication and sexy, fearless style. For Tori, shoes are emotional and she designs stories as she calls them that express the unstoppable Tori Soudan woman and that inspire women to look into their closet with fresh eyes.

Her designs, which are handmade in Italy by master artisans, are also evocative of her love of art, photography, fashion and exotic destinations, all of which translate into a heady dose of color, texture, wit and directional detailing – be it architectural shapes or a provocative combination of unique skins and opulent fabrics. “I love creating dimensions in my designs, I play with light and reflection, smooth vs soft surfaces and sheen vs matte as it’s essential to me to move beyond the ordinary into some-thing that denotes distinction.”

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Fashion has always been an outlet for creatives to express themselves. Along with our complexion, the clothes we wear are the first things that people see and form an opinion off of.

Sometimes that perfect suit can give the confidence needed for that big interview or meeting. For those who are embracing their heritage unapologetically, those African and Caribbean inspired garments send the perfect message. Here are a few black owned brands that embody every expressive avenue.

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Fyne is a contemporary swim and resort-wear brand. Every hand-sewn garment has been conce ptualized for the fiercely fashion-forward, cultur-al aficionado you are. BFyne designs are for the risk-taking woman in protest of the fashion status quo.

Highly regarded for enchanting designs and alluring hues, BFyne swimsuits emphasize your curves with intention. The BFyne experience is meant to leave you inspired and empow-ered. Audiences will be smitten by your embodiment of uninhibited sex appeal and poise.

Body positivity is a foundational principle at BFyne.

You will always see models of varying shapes, sizes and ethnicities strut down the catwalk. This, coupled with stand-out designs, it’s no wonder BFyne shut down Miami Swim Week in July 2019. BFyne has also showcased

collections in NY Fashion Week, Cayman Island Fashion Show and the Elite Fashion Show.

BFyne’s list of patrons remains star-studded with fashion icons such as Beyoncé, Iman, Alicia Keys, Eva Marcille, Taraji P Henson, Jordan Dunn and Rosci Diaz – to a name a few. You may have even spotted BFyne on the tube. Looks from the brand have been featured in the movie Pacific Rim as well as music videos from Tiwa Savage (often referred to as the Beyoncé of Africa), Grammy-nominated artists Jidenna, Flo Rida, Tinashe, and X-Factor stars Fifth Harmony! The brand boasts of a 400k+ following and articles in fashion publications like Essence, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, the Fader, Allure, Glamour, Popsugar, Huffington Post, CFDA, Sports Illustrated and many others.

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he Jacquard Deep Cut Tunic by Nigerian luxury brand CLAN captures and essence that is both traditional and contemporary. This unique silhouette plays with structure through the use of straight edges and geometric cutouts. The deep V-neckline flatters the female figure and the long slit down the middle of the tunic exposes any pant worn underneath with each movement. The black and white diagonal lines pop on top of the rich cypress colored garment.

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qual parts of elegant and chic, the Nailah allows you to glisten like the sun. The billowy sleeves, the underbust cut out and circular opening is the gentle bold statement you deserve. In this floor length, silk chamause gown, the sun is your only competition.

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ope for Flowers is designed for women who are inspired by beauty and desire to use their power as consumers to be agents for positive change in the world.

Printed on Cupro crepe de chine, this flowing slip with pleated tiers is lined in cotton lawn. Back neckline is elasticized. Adjustable straps.

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-button Single Breast Jacket, Notch Lapels, Flap Pockets, Side Vents, Flat Front and Unhemmed Pants (for tailoring). Suit comes with a matching vest Fit: Modern Fit Comfort: Stretch Armhole for comfort Shell: Crafted from a comfortable and durable blend of Polyester, Viscose, and Elastane Sizing: Our suits come with a standard 6"" inch drop between the jacket and pants. Ex. a 40 regular suit will come with 34 waist pants.

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t Grass-fields we offer high quality and ethically made African inspired fashion. We create a range of modern African print dresses and clothing for women, men and kids that are all sourced and made here in the UK and Cameroon.

Above all, we believe in bringing value to every single one of you by providing exceptional products, resources, and customer service.

Here at Grass-fields, our biggest inspiration is our African heritage and our love for self-expression through clothing. This inspiration manifests itself in the form of vivid, eye-catching and contemporary African print dresses that can be worn casually, for a night out, or for formal events.

We felt there was a gap in the market for amazing, wellmade African print dresses that are affordable and readily available. This project is all about us embracing our opportunity to do something different, by bringing together African textiles and western style - a combination of the two worlds we live in.

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e never do ordinary! Our Elle Chai top is one of the reasons RocknRemix is quickly becoming a shopping staple for fashionistas that love to be different and stand out! There are so many reasons to love this top. We can see rockablity for years to come with this timeless design!

Ribbed knit fabric with stretch Custom Shoulder pads Inseam pockets High cut front and back Back keyhole with button closure.

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his is our Mechanic Jumpsuit done the Studio 189 way. We're inspired by turning the everyday into something extraordinary so we present this fresh original take on a classic utilitarian style. Stand out but look comfortable and cool in this bold vibrant hand-woven jumpsuit.

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TIÉR TIER is a New York based creative and fashion brand that expresses art, design and community as its core pillars and channels cultural moments that impact these communities through the lens of garment construction and everyday comfort wear.

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ake a statement with a strong color block. And have a funny story when asked where you got them from.

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ow your head and spray your grace! Our baking spray has a 360° ultra-fine mist that helps your makeup stay in place as if it were just applied.

Infused with a unique blend of Aloe and Ginger ex-tract, working to keep skin looking smooth and filtered with its anti-aging properties. Weightless, it is also designed to prime. Use this to prep the skin as well as to keep your face hydrated. Lastly, our Head Baker In Charge wanted to add a pinch of vanilla just light enough to leave you craving a trip to your local pastry shop.

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tory...The Aroma of Chocolate reminds me of my special child-hood occasions and the feeling of being loved by my Moth-er...Love Gloria

This COMFORTING aroma has a wonderful feel good effect for chocolate lovers! The essential oil of chocolate is known to create a yummy mood, less anxious and more relaxed. Footnanny choc-olate foot cream is great when massaged on the feet and legs at the end of a stressful day. 8.oz Key Ingredients: • SHEA BUTTER • ALOE LEAF • VITAMIN A, C, E, F • COCOA SEED • CHAMOMILE ESSENTIAL OIL

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nspired by the vibrancy and vivaciousness of the Fulani culture, The Saharan Palette features 12 stunning shades of carefully-considered and beau-tifully coordinated colors that intensify every makeup look with transformative style. A mix of bold mattes and flattering shimmer, this eyeshad-ow palette will flawlessly embolden every beauty routine from morning to night.

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ake up, my little pretty, because your new retinol-infused KNC eye mask will give you those fresh, hydrated, smooth, depuffed, bright eyes that are ‘gram & glam ready! And it’ll do all that without the chemicals. With retinol to refine tex-ture and stimulate blood flow and aloe to soothe and reduce redness, it’s all natu-ral, all day!

Basically, your KNC eye mask is like 8 hours of beauty sleep….for your eyes.

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t's a match made in heaven - enjoy $5 off our skin-finish foun-dation and the perfect buďŹƒng brush when you purchase this duo.

Foundation Stick: Our ultra-hydrating formula is lightweight and buildable, giving you the coverage you need with the nat-ural finish you love.

Foundation Brush: Soft, syn-thetic fibers are densely packed to make buďŹƒng and blending a breeze.

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jima Nails' Nail Tech in a Box Deluxe with Builder Gel is designed with the do-it-yourself nail tech in mind. Build medi-um length nail enhancements or create a beautiful overlay on your natural nail. This kit contains everything you need from start to finish. Nail Tech in a Box Deluxe with Builder Gel includes: Ojima Nails Base Gel. Ojima Nails Polish-On Builder Gel. Your choice of Ojima Nails top coat.

Your choice of Ojima Nails gel polish. 40 Nail Forms. 2 nail files 100/180 grit. Sun Portable UV/LED Nail Lamp (does not include wall charger). 1 Stain-less Steel cuticle pusher. 1 Nail Dust Cleaning Brush.

1 Ojima Nails Nail Cleanser & Dehydrator.

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he Lip Bar is a vegan and cruelty-free beauty brand that exists to help change the way you think about beauty. Every day people are being told how to be beautiful - so we’re here to remind you that you don’t have to change. You Are Enough!

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ecause we support you no matter what you do. Because chasing your dreams requires some serious movement. Because standing still is not an op-tion.

That’s the #culturefitway.

Our Crisscross Sports Bra is sup-portive enough for most cardio workouts (depending on what you’re working with, of course) and comfortable enough to lounge in all day long. Its soft, moisture-wicking fabric feels like a second skin, and with remova-ble pads and a wide, sturdy band, you’ll never want to take it off.

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he ancient scholars of Kemet developed the Kemetic Mystery System. In addition to being the oldest spiritual system, it taught concepts of medicine and astronomy that we still do not completely understand to-day. The Kemites kept the Mystery System exclusive until Alexander the Great invad-ed Kemet and forced them to share their knowledge with any Greek who wished to study it. Thus, it was African people who laid the foundation for today’s under-standing of the world. However, European historians do not give the African people enough credit for their contributions to today’s society. We aim to draw attention to Africans’ sig-nificant role by honoring them through our line of clothing.

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ur highly requested sports bra is finally here - and in a fun om-bré pastel. This gorgeous bra is made from moisture-wicking material that stays dry during low and medium intensity workouts. The wide elastic band ensures constant support.

• Perfect for at-home workouts, running, or yoga • Moisture-wicking fabric keeps you cool and dry • Comfortable and flexible four-way stretch material • Scoop neckline and Racer-back

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hy have one, when you can have four! Introducing the lim-ited edition, Glamourina 4-N-1 Nile Reversible Jacket. Enjoy the cool, yet vibrant colors of the Ankara printed side to match your Nile leggings. Then flip it over and rock the laid back black side to, oh yes, also match your Nile leggings. The printed side includes a reflective logo on the back

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center, while the black side offers the reflective logo on both the back center and the lower left sleeve. These reflective logos are perfect for night runners!

Some days you may feel bold, some days you may not. Why not have a multi-functional jacket to match both of those moods with this 4-N-1 reversible jacket.

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RU holds its culture close at heart, remember-ing our ancestors, whose beauty is shown in eve-ry print, intricate stitch, design and vibrant col-ors. We use culturally inspired prints and fuse them into chic activewear that represents our heritage and celebrates culture.

Wholistic wellness in the physical, mental, and spiritual forms are also a part of who we are. Happiness, Freedom, and Strength for everybody and Every Body that our clothing covers is our mission.

Welcome to PRU. Activewear for you, for me, for us. #WelcometotheSisterhood #CultureinAction

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pair of comfortable custom cut & sew crop top & leg-gings.

Crop top: featuring embroidered logo, African print inside the hoodie, and metal tips with writing (Sankofa). Cropped hem offers mobility and an on-trend silhouette Ribbed cuffs and hem. Leggings: featuring high rise waist with embroidered logo, African print, and mesh panels. Creates a trendy athleisure look by pairing these two items together or separately with the matching leggings, baseball cap, and oval sunglasses.

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(First Love Yourself) - Crop Top & Biker Shorts featuring original motifs for the culture: Bamboo Earrings, Ankhs and Afro picks!

• 82% Polyester/18% Spandex • Very soft, four way stretch • High Waistband Body Hugging Fit

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fro Blue is not your typical chai... It's a beautiful blend of white peony tea, lemongrass and warming chai spic-es. Blue butterfly pea flowers bring in refreshing and nutty notes, along with anthocyanin, an amaz-ing antioxidant. It's leaves produce an all natu-ral rich blue pigment; add lemon or lime and watch your tea transform into purple before your eyes!

This blend is both light & warm, spicy & refreshing, moody & bright. Afro Blue is the perfect blend after a long day. Throw on your favorite record, sip, and vibe!

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s these beans are directly sourced from Finca La Guada-lupe, this single origin will satisfy your desire for a creamy bodied light roast.

With undertones of caramel and honey, this will become your everyday coffee.

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Nose Passion fruit, persim-mon, guava, gardenia.

Palate Medium-bodied, plush, well-balanced acid, smooth tannins, lingering finish.

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ou can have every-thing! With our Soft Baked variety pack, enjoy all of our crave-worthy cookies!

Snag each of our crave-worthy Soft Baked cook-ies and save some dough while you’re at it!

Includes 1 box of each

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At home gardens meets International farms.

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he Month of August is a season of harvest for most green thumb enthusiasts. 6 African American home Gardeners and 6 Gambian Farmers came together to create a true sisterhood bond over all things home grown.

The Sisterhood of the Traveling Farm, was an African Farmers Group (AFG) initiative to share and educate others on the agri-

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cultural Industry in The Gambia, Africa.

There has been and increase in black gardeners all over the country, with many discovering their thumb is not that green after all. The sisterhood of the traveling farm program, provided a unique way for the experienced female agricultural business women of Gambia to talk tips and tricks while also showing off the beautiful African country.

How it worked: AFG contacted 6 farmers from all over the USA and brought in 6 Gambian farmers from their own organization and paired them together for this 6 week program.

Each farmer communicated with videos back and forth showing off their harvest and sharing their stories.

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The program was an amazing experience for African American women to connect back with the motherland in a meaningful, unique and untainted fashion. This program allowed opportunity for exposure and dialogue between African American women and the Gambian women to showcase there many similarity and eradicate a

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lot of false narratives.

Who is African Farmers Group?

A major driving force in Africa that helps overcome the challenges associated with Agricultural production, especially with horticulture and livestock production.

unlocking the potential in these sub-sectors with the ultimate result of becoming a significantly profitable venture for our Farmers (Men, Women and Youth).

IG: @africanfarmersgroup

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e spent years perfecting our vegan caramel recipe—it has all the satisfaction of caramel made with butter and cream and the lightness of a treat you can snack on every day!

• With 30% less fat per serving (compared with the leading caramel popcorn), this is a sweet snack you can feel good about indulging on at work, after school or when the midnight munchies strike.

• Mini heirloom kernels pop to half the size of regu-lar popcorn. They’re crunchier, more flavorful and won’t get stuck in your teeth as often!

• Heirloom mini popcorn kernels have been grown sustainably by our family farmers for genera-tions for unrivaled nutrition, taste and texture.

No artificial colors and flavors, GMOs, gluten or dairy!

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ncle Nearest 1856 is an award-winning blend of 8-14 year old barrels, bottled at 100 proof. Un-cle Nearest is astonishingly smooth, and can be enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or in your favorite whiskey or bourbon cocktail.

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enerous tropical fruits pair with lemongrass and citrus aromas. Ripe peach and mango aromas play with greener fruits like feijoa and Fuji apple. In the mouth, key lime flavors hang on a medium full, slightly oily body, which con-trasts beautifully with the firm acidity and slightly mineral tone on the finish. Pairs beautifully with fresh oysters or a spicy Asian stir-fry.

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ed Bay Coffee is at the forefront of what we believe is the fourth wave of coffee—a firm commitment to ensure coffee production is not only high quality and sustainable, but a vehicle for diversity, inclusion, social and economic restoration, entrepreneurship, and environmental sustainability. We are foodies, artists, activists, community folk, and innovators who love, love, love what we do.

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ur signature sauce will win you over the minute you taste it. Capital City™ mam-bo sauce creates a sweet and tangy addi-tion to any dish. Sweet hot has the same great taste infused with cayenne and habanero pepper that creates a sweet medium heat. With its great tomato base and lightly sweet flavor, it’s no wonder why this secret sauce has been a favorite among Washingtonians for years. This all-purpose sauce can be used as a mari-nade, glaze, dipping or finishing sauce. Bring an original taste of Washington, DC home today.

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acao from Oro Verde Peru Single Origin Flavor Notes:

These beans posses flavors of honeydew, Toffee, and hints of fruits.

Pairing Recommendations: Sharp cheese, fresh fruits, in yogurt, or what you feel you want.

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ur body lotion is prepared with Ethically Traded unrefined shea butter, calming lemongrass, antioxi-dant-rich shea leaf, and lavender. For EveryDay use on normal to very dry skin

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fter struggling with dry, brittle hair due to postpartum shedding, Candera Thompson started to look into ingredi-ents that she hoped could provide a solution.

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et ready to end the product junkie life-style and replace all your styling products with this powerhouse.

Our customers say our system leaves your hair soft, defined, feeling moistur-ized, elongating your curl, not crunchy, not flaky, and smelling like paradise.

Wash + Go’s will be your new go-to style. The best part is that you only have to style your hair once a week.

Sounds too good to be true? It’s not!

Oh, AND did we mention is handmade with Organic + Natural ingredients.

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lassically structured baseball cap with satin lining to prevent excessive shedding.

Protect your hair -- even with your favorite summer-time accessory!

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eclaim your edges and the health of your hair with the revolutionary Silk Buttercream Hair Growth Oil! This buttery blend of nature's goodies is packed with antioxidants and nutrients that combat breakage, dandruff, eczema and dry, itchy scalp! Emu oil, Macadamia Nut Oil, Ja-maican Black Castor Oil and Rosemary Essential Oil are a quadruple threat as all four components promote hair growth and length retention.

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y vitamin-infused Hot Sauce contains the nutrients need-ed to promote a healthy, flourishing scalp. Hot Sauce is perfect for pre-poos and hot oil treatments, setting the stage for a fabulous week after wash day!

Ingredients: Sustainably Sourced Certified Organic Red Palm Oil, Jamaican Black Castor Oil, Biotin, MSM, Vitamin C, Rosemary Essential Oil, Peppermint Essential Oil, Rose-mary oleoresin.

Perfect your Wash n Go with this bundle of moisture and definition! The Banana Cream Deep Conditioner and Orange Marmalade flax seed and aloe curl definer will keep your curls poppin' for days on end!

Banana Cream Deep Conditioner With avocado, okra, coconut cream, aloe vera and banana, this super-thick, moisturizing treat deeply penetrates to nourish even the driest locks! And yes, it can be left in, pairing superbly

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here is lasting beauty found in our culture. So much excellence comes naturally. The swagger of our style, our skin's beauty, and our minds' brilliance are all qualities that define being black. We approach it, unapologetic for our existence. We celebrate our authentic selves. Unwilling to comply with standards of beauty that don't include us, we recreate standards.

For centuries this has been our nature.

ties are within our nature. They each come naturally.

Make-up, or no make-up. Jeans and a teeshirt or business attire. Sneakers, heels, sandals, or dress shoes. Bald head or fade. Beard or no beard. Natural nails or enhancements. Hair weave, wigs, relaxed or natural hair, look in the mirror and be satisfied. Embrace the reflection as your truth. Look at your natural self and define them by your terms and standards.

To be unapologetically natural is a statement. It means you know yourself and are unwilling to fit into a box established by someone else. You determine your outcomes. You approach life in the truth that comes from the knowledge of self.

You exist in the world on your terms. You follow the rules you make because they best suit you. You know who you are and what you stand for, and you are unrepentant. Rejoice in your truth.

The actions that take place within our lives shape each individual. Those actions formulate opinions and thoughts. These influence perception and create the rules we use to establish our sense of self, our swag. Understanding that our swagger defines all styles, we move effortlessly.

There is such beauty to be found in every aspect of our existence. Why not live unapologetically? Our quick wit, our flair, our boisterous laughter, the reserve of our observations, even the strength gained from oppression all define our grace.

The intricacy of the black mind is phenomenal. Breaking all boundaries, shattering ceilings, and destroying obstacles, we don't just prove we can overcome. We are the definition of overcoming. Annihilating stereotypes are in our DNA. Redefining expectations is who we are. These quali-

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To be natural is to be uninhibited by boundaries unless those boundaries are set by yourself, for your reasons. Natural is liberation. Determine your grace, strength, and merit. Be unashamed. Social constructs do not define us. Toss out baseless propaganda. Realize who you are, and live your truth.

We encourage you to celebrate your culture and support black-owned businesses. Reject the narrative defining us as less than and witness the manifestation of excellence. Find the true reflection of who you are, not a watered-down version designed to appeal to the masses. When we shop black-owned, we find companies that support issues that are important to us. Our companies market to us and understand our needs because they are us. Each company celebrates the beauty of black culture unapologetically. Search, and you will find a company that represents your uniqueness. Embrace the comfort of spending money with a brand that understands you. Supporting black-owned is not just about the culture; it's also an extension of self-representation.

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he Soothing + Anti-Itch + Anti-Flake Pomade! Keep your scalp happy and healthy under protective styles. Our 100% vegan, mineral oil-free and petroleum oil-free po-made combines the pain relieving, anti-itch and anti-dandruff power of Tea Tree and Lavender essential oils with the sooth-ing and moisturizing power of Coconut oil to help relieve ten-der and itchy scalp, combat dandruff and strengthen roots!

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ow to Treat Damaged Locs at Home For Great Shine LOC’D IN™ Leave-in Conditioner is the best leave-in conditioner for dry and dehydrated locs. Locs can sometimes be dry or un-healthy. Use this moisturizer to combat brittle locs and to restore natural moisture.

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n India, the Sikhs wear their first head wrap known as a pagri, after a comingof-age cere-mony.

In West Africa, head wraps are worn for many reasons. They are fashion accessories, worn to celebratory events and styled for everyday expression.

The Wrap Life was inspired by West African expressions of head dress. We wear head wraps because they’re beautiful, fun and they allow colorful self-expression.

We are inclusive and encourage all women and men to use and explore our products

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xcellent for ALL Beard Types & Textures but it Specifically targets Extremely Dry, Brittle & Unruly Beards.

With Continued use, Beards & Stache will become Stronger, Less prone to Breakage and Softer and more Manageable.

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nfortunately, we are still in the midst of a Pandemic, countries around the world are preparing lock down measures to preserve as many citizens lives as possible. Similar things can be said here in the USA, with Flu season fast approaching amid COVID-19, coupled with the years largest holiday season.

We need our families and the fellowship with friends for sanity sake, but how do we invite friend and family over without inviting COVID-19 too?

Here are 8 simple Tips that can keep you and yours safe this holiday season.

KEEP A TIGHT GUEST LIST Most times the holidays bring in friends, family, and acquaintances from all over, usually visiting multiple houses that day.

Try and keep a firm hand on your guest list so that you know “Who All Gone Be There”, and what friends are tagging along.

SHOP ONLINE It might be tradition to hit the stores after dinner or early the next morning, but with Flu Season coming and COVID still around, it might be a better idea to screen cast your computer onto the big screen and Cyber-shop with the whole family.

SANITIZE, SANITIZE, SANITIZE! The guest list might not approve, but safety is key. Have all your guest’s sanitizer or wash their hands when they enter.

Keeping the Outside where it belongs, OUTSIDE.

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TEMPERATURE CHECKER If your house is usually the house where EVERYONE stops by for a piece of that famous pie. A quick temp check at the door might make a great impact. This may sound “Extra” but you can grab an inexpensive temper checker to make sure Fever doesn’t show up at your feast.

PRE-MADE TO GO PLATES Most times everyone can make their own to go plates. We all have had guests that arrive late just to make a plate. Having those to go plates already premade can keep unnecessary hands out the pot.

OUTSIDE = MASK ON When you are outside, make sure you keep your mask on. Even if the young ones are playing outside, let them keep on their coats and masks for protection AVOID POTLUCKS Although for some it might go without saying but try to avoid potluck style gatherings. You just do not know who, how, or where it was made. In this instance, its better to be safe that sick.

DISINFECT ALL SURFACES This may go without saying, but there are surfaces that we often time forget to disinfect like, board game pieces, video game consoles, and the tv remote. Be sure to spray and wipe down all high traffic surface areas.

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eing quarantined for the majority of the year has brought on many things, stress, anxiety, cabin fever and extra WEIGHT! Show of hands who have been rocking’ baggy clothes more than anything else lately?

You are not alone, we are right there with you! Here are a few quick tips to shed some of that unwanted weight COVID or NO COVID. 1. Physical activity: This might be obvious but with gym capacity reducing and winter weather moving in, options can feel limited. However, there are quite a few walking in place videos on YouTube that can work up a sweat.

Don’t think it won’t.

2. Healthy Eating: Again obvious, but it seems like it is more expensive to eat healthier than it is to just grab cheap junk food these days. Instead try small substitution like bananas chips instead of potato chips.

Consistency is always key.

3. Quality sleep: Those random cat naps are not helpful nor is staying up until 5 am. Your sleep cycle is extremely critical to your health. Set a bedtime, stick to it! Drink some chamomile tea or use lavender aromatherapy to set that sleepy time vibe. Sleep and health go hand and hand.

4. Self-Care: We are social being by nature, however, reality TV has shown us that being in a house with the same people for an extended period of time, can drive the best of us, crazy! Self-care is

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Sitting in your car can be the stress relief you need. Take care of yourself.

5. Take media breaks: All interaction has gone digital with COVID on the rise, however, a break from media can be a great time to reset, regroup and refocus on your goals and health.

6. Smart Fitness: Get the family involved in your at home workouts, it’s a win-win-win situation. 1. Everyone is on a health journey. 2. After a good workout anyone can be talked into taking a nap. 3.

Once everyone is sleep, you finally have some peace and quiet.

7. Stay Hydrated: Being inside most of the day can feel like you are not thirsty, but your body still needs at least 8 glasses of water a day. Pour up, Drank…water!

Being constrained through the pandemic has been tough on the world but by protecting ourselves from the virus and making efforts to stay healthy can make all the difference.

Although, it is not as simple as it sounds because pushing yourself towards a healthy lifestyle is nothing less than a struggle. However, with some motivation, consistency, and effort, everything can become possible.

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he O'mari Strawberry Tincture is Full-Spectrum CBD to help with pain and anxiety relief. The O'mari Natural Tincture is Broad Spectrum CBD to help with pain and anxiety relief. The O'mari Mint Tincture is Full Spectrum which include terpenes and cannabinoids to help specif-ically with pain relief. The O'mani salve is a CBD topical to be placed on the skin to any area on the body with inflammation. The Total Pet Tincture is a CBD tincture for cats and dogs to help with calming and relieve anx-iousness in pets. The Total Pet Dog Treats are CBD treats for medium sized dogs to help with relieving anx-iousness in dogs. All products have 3rd party lab tests.

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Warm Woods + Cranberry Fragrance All is calm and all is bright with this Silent Night inspired candle. This fragrance perfect-ly embodies peace and joy on earth, with top notes of muddled pomegranate and cran-berry, middle notes of camphor and cedar-wood, and base notes of Palo Santo, amber and warm musk.

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hese woven basket planters are handmade by our artisans in Gitarama, Rwanda. The women hand-dye and weave the fibers into these beautiful works of art. The sisal is woven around sweetgrass, a fragrant grass with a subtle sweetness.

Use these African baskets as a storage basket, a plant holder, or to brighten up a space! Plant not includ-ed.

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If your home could talk it would say, I Live My Best Life! You see it, you want it, now you own it. Simple!

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ur lightweight moisturizer will revitalize your daily facial skincare routine as our formula rejuvenates, restores and protects your skin. Aloe vera gel is a skin balancing agent that helps keep your skin's natural pH between 4.2 to 5.8., Evening primrose boosts skin’s elasticity with omega-6 fatty acids, Lavender regulates sebum secretion, and tea tree penetrates the skin to disinfect. The result? A face that makes you look and feel alive.

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ur powerful and unique, Vitamin C-based skincare product is formulated with 20% pure Vitamin C (L-Ascorbic Acid). Its patented, encapsulated deliv-ery system works its magical full-strength results from first pump to last with no degrading of color or formula. Skin smoothness and radiance improves immediately and over time, and the pa-tented formula is safe for all skin types, including sensitive skin.

Skin tone and texture become more even and firm, while lines, wrinkles, and dark spots are diminished. All of this adds up to a radi-ant, glowing, and healthy-looking skin.

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he most comprehensive serum ever created, this blend is extremely effective at balancing moisture levels & restoring elasticity to skin and hair while protecting them from environmental stressors. Supercharged with a potent cocktail of pure plant and essential oils, Nourish brings new life to skin and hair as it naturally heals imperfections and resolves underlying issues. The pure, transparent ingredients in this blend are naturally hydrating & contain vitamins b, c & e as well as anti-aging properties, antioxidants and essential fatty acids to repair skin and provide a dewy glow or penetrate hairs follicles and encourage growth.

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All your beauty care needs powered by CBD, in one beautiful gold box! The Gold Zenith Elan Box packs the power of CBD into your daily face routine.

The box includes: l Pristine Elan Facial Cleanser l Refreshed Elan Moisturizing Cream l Enhance Elan Lash Serum l Lip Sooth Balm l Emerald Compact Mirror PLUS, a complimentary bottle of Vibrant Elan Toner just for this community! All packaged in a beautiful gold box with a bow. PERFECT for gifts and saves you time as we have done the packaging for you.

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Get it to try, to travel, or to gift — this kit does it all.

Includes: • Cleanser, 1 fl oz • Invisible Daily SPF 30, 1 fl oz • Age Defense Moisturizer, 1 fl oz • No-Shine Sheets, 196 x 2.8 in

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Your skin feels like silk. Can't nobody tell you nothin'. Does it matter that you're sliding into yesterday's sweatpants? Not to us.

BIG MOOD BATH SOAK Looking to take the edge off after a long day (or, let’s be honest, year)? We’ve got you covered (literally) with a bath booster that ups the relaxing effects of a warm soak using a detoxifying mix of magnesium, potassium, and calcium to send any tension down the drain. Paired with the chill-inducing scent of bergamot essential oil sourced from Italy and a skin-softening combo of organic aloe and sodium bicarbonate, you’ll step out of the tub with that close-to-floating calm that you crave.

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here has been a skin care routine craze that started in South Korea and has now taken over the skin care industry. However, what is the routine that is benefits the glow of melanin skin and does a change even need to occur?

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Oily or shiny l Although oily skin gets a bad rap, that oil can protects your skin. However, having an excess about can create blocked pores and pimples. l Try clay masks l Make sure your skin is not dehydrated because producing more oil is a sign. l AVOID DRYING PRODUCTS!

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Cleanse gently l Our skin is beautiful, and our melanin is valuable, treat it with care. Utilize Makeup removers that do not dry out your skin. l Keep your face moisturized even during quarantine. l Try not to over exfoliate and when you do, use a gentle one. l Many of us can relate to being on a journey to loving our skin and embracing our own unique beauty. Continue that journey. There may be days that are harder than others, but your skin care routine is also self-care for your mind and body. Always take care of you first.

Minimal oil and dryness l Keep a good sunscreen handy (yes, we need one) l Maintain what you have been doing, however, skin types can change, so be vigilant

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ur Cargado 8000 MAH Powerbank offers a wide range of features. First it eliminates the need of an additional cable to charge the device! You can plug it directly into a power socket to re-charge. Secondly while plugged in, Passthrough Mode allows you to use the power bank as a wall block as well. Next we have three USB power ports that can be used to simultaneously charge your devices coupled with a convenient battery percentage display. The final and most dynamic option for this product is wireless QI charger. This will allow you to charge devices even if you have no charging cables.

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oday, we take our laptops, tablets, and smartphones everywhere we go. They are a part of us... an exten-sion of who we are. I feel their look and design should reflect this. The aesthetic of our devices should be an extension of our personal style!

From the coffeeshop, to the classroom, to the confer-ence room, everyone’s tech is pretty much the same. Chic Geeks offers an alternative to the sea of chrome. For the past 20 years, we’ve all had a similar mono-chromatic silhouette.

Although elegant, it’s still large-ly homogenous. Chic Geeks re-introduction of color and personalization is a nostalgic fresh take on tech for the new millennium.

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lack inventor, and selftaught software engineer, Freddie Figgers, has released the newest phone from his telecommu-nications company, the Figgers F3. Changing the narrative of the smartphone as we know it, the F3 comes equipped with record-breaking storage capacity of 1TB, meaning users will never run out of storage, and a 4K ultra high-definition screen.

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his sleek phone case protects your phone from scratches, dust, oil, and dirt. It has a solid back and flexible sides that make it easy to take on and off, with precisely aligned port openings.

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he Trendsetter H20 Headphones

Choose what you hear with superior noise cancellation that enhances sound quality while blocking outside dis-tractions. Push the boundaries and find your flow with fully immersive surround sound.

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nu Crown is a new online business providing fun, quality and easily accessible hats, which the firm calls brims, via the firm's website and pop-up experienc-es. The firm carries brim wear with classic cuts, specifically the popular fedora, that provide both style and functionality. Creating a brand that is much more than just a hat, Anu Crown is becoming family. Just as you embrace your family

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indewe Glover is smart, funny, daring - and a world class thief.

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Also included are two more stories set aboard the Biko as it heads towards a new beginning for black people in the unknown of deep space.

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ydney and Kennedy are sisters and best friends who are attached at the hip. When Sydney overhears Mommy tell Daddy that the sock monster got their socks again, adventure ensues! The fearless little sister hatches a plan to catch the mysterious sock monster and convinces her big sister to come along for the ride! Sassy Sisters vs The Sock Monster is a fun story about mischie-vous little monster with a penchant for socks but also about sisterhood and how these sisters band together to solve problems.

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here’s nothing like the memories we make in col-lege, and nowhere is that truer than at an HBCU. His-torically Black colleges and Universities are an im-portant part of history and we can appreciate the legacy of schools such as WSSU, Morehouse, Spel-man, NC A&T, Howard, FAMU, Hampton and more! Whether you’re looking back on your time at your illustrious Alma Mater , or just beginning a new chap-ter of your life, this coloring book is the perfect way to enjoy the relaxation of coloring and the bonding of a shared hobby with your friends.

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hanks to Ms. Gyasi’s instinctive storytelling gifts, the book leaves the reader with a visceral understanding of both the savage realities of slavery and the emotional damage that is handed down, over the centuries, from mothers to daughters, fathers to sons. At its best, the novel makes us experience the horrors of slavery on an intimate, personal level; by its conclusion, the charac-ters’ tales of loss and resilience have acquired an inex-orable and cumulative emotional weight.

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addy, what you cooking? is a great book for family time in the kitchen.

The book displays an active fa-ther sharing a moment of culinary arts with his curious son. In addition, a full recipe for chicken alfredo is available inside.

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his dolls hair has been custom-ized to have big bouncy curly hair.

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he Culture Deck This deck covers 9 topics from movies, music, sports, sex, music and more. If you love hip hop, movies, outdoor activities, food, and good conversation, this deck is for you.

4 Choices, One Gotta Go. Have fun with your family & friends.

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he #1 card game strictly for the culture.

Exposing the real-ones and the under-cover vultures.

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epresentation matters not just for us to see, but for others around us who are watching us.

Every day when we walk out of our homes, we are representing our culture, our community, our race, and our mother! The world traveler T. Marie said “In every country I visit I make sure to watch my actions, behaviors and interactions with everyone I meet. What is common knowledge to us, is not common for most of the world. I learned this, when I was once asked, are there black people in America? And again, when I was told “Wow, I didn’t know you were like me, I thought you had loose morals like in the movies!”

We are the representation, for the world. Which gives us even more reason to be unapologetic even though it can be hard. Have you experienced: Being judged for wearing your natural hair.

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Wear it anyway! The youth need to see professionals and business owners that look like them, with hair like them and with accents like them.

Not using your natural voice, because it is not “professional” Some of us must drastically change the way we talk and live in fear of being misjudged if we slip back into our natural vernacular. Some of us share the un-

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TION MATTERS pleasant experience of having professional contacts show surprise upon meeting us and discovering that we are Black, because they believe our voices could only belong to white people.

Being Judged by your name or given a nickname so it is easier

Correct them every time, until they learn to say it correctly and not associate it with less quality of work.

Being seen as angry when you’re are setting boundaries Haven’t we all tried to be patient in all kinds of situations thinking it would help to avoid being misjudged as excessively angry.

Did it work?

Being the “Only one in the Room” This happens often, but instead of continuing to be alone, hold the door open for others coming up to have a seat at the table next to you.

Therefore, representation matters, an accurate and positive narrative of our culture and community is beyond vital. Continue to be unapologetically you, so we can be represented in all the beautiful and inspiring lights and not just the limited two or three.

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