24 Black Businesses To Support This Black Friday

The black dollar makes up a large portion of today’s economy, and yet and still it isn’t as well respected as we’d like it to be. Supporting Black owned businesses gives us a chance to put money back into our own communities as well as allowing entrepreneurs to grow in their professions. Buying Black gives us the respect as consumers that we’ve been searching for for years. This holiday season it is extremely important for us to support and buy black so that we can continue to flourish and prosper. Here is a list of Black owned businesses that you can shop at this holiday season. Feel free to comment with more businesses as we want to add to this list.

Hillman Bookstore

Hillman Bookstore allows you to look like you attend the HBCU of your dreams; Hillman College, because let’s be real A Different World made us all want to go. Shop for apparel here to become apart of the Hillman Legacy.

Website: http://hillmanbookstore.wix.com/hillman-bookstore#!

The Cultured Savage

Responsible for all things fresh, 90s inspired. The Cultured Savage was founded by Alfred T. Brenton Wood to bring a cultural and conscious clothing to the table.

Website: www.theculturedsavage.com

Smoke Hound

T-shirt Apparel line by HBCU Alum Desiree McLaurin. Mclaurin’s shirts can be seen on a plethora of college campuses.

Website: http://www.shopsmokehound.com/

Cool Black Nerd

Black Nerd’s ultimate goal is to raise awareness that it’s possible to dope, black and smart. Aesthetically cute and trendy, and definitely a cute stocking stuffer.

Website: http://cool-black-nerd.myshopify.com/

Eli Simone

If looking for counseling or advice on relationships or how to build a successful life, Eli Simone is the right place for you. Professional Matchmaker and Life and Relationship coach Jennifer Wadley offers group programs, workshop, and one on sessions, to empower individuals in their love and professional lives.

Website: http://www.elisimone.com/

Full Circle USA

Based out of North Carolina, Full Circle is a premiere event planning company. Full Circle caters to the entire east coast to provide high class events

Website: http://www.full-circleusa.com

The Lewis Marketing Group

Interested in marketing and advertising? The Lewis Marketing Group has you covered. Specializing in target market identification,public relations, B2Bsales and much more, The Lewis Marketing Group can “take your current business state to its desired state”

Website: http://www.thelewismarketinggroup.com/

CWK Girls

Innovate company CWK Girls has created styling tools that allow natural hair women to stretch and style without heat. Talk about innovation

Website: http://www.cwkgirls.com/

Beauti Frk

Beauti Frk offers custom wigs and virgin hair to those in search of something new and fresh. Fulfilling the legacy of their mother, the owners only want to provide quality hair to their customers, while making them feel good.

Website: http://www.beautifrk.com/

The Carissa Collection

The Carissa Collection sells premium extensions and clip ins. Understanding the importance of hair upkeep, The Carissa Collection aims to provide customers with a royal experience.

Website: http://www.carissacollection.com/

College Crib

Created in 1966, College Crib’s objective is to provide custom designed paraphernalia for Divine Nine Greeks.

Website: http://www.collegecrib.com/

YC Imaging

For top of the line visual content, YC Imaging is the place to go. Owner Chrys Rhodes delivers premium quality videos, photography, and graphics for all business and individual needs.

Website: http://www.ycimaging.com/

Vic Styles

Vicstyles has created a comfortable and “sexy” sleep shirt that defies the normal “lingerie” stereotype.

Website: http://www.vicstyles.com/

The Bubble Bistro

For all your bath artisinal needs, The Bubble Bistro is your go to shop. They create hand made all natural soaps that are safe and healthy for the skin.

Website: http://www.bubblebistro.com/

Ujamaa Box

Ujamaa box is a monthly subscription that sends an array of black owned products to its members. It’s extremely easy to join and a great way to discover businesses you’ve never heard of.

Website: http://www.ujamaabox.com/

Double Clutched

Double Cutched sells trendy and afro-centric clutches and purses for the fashionable woman. If your goal is to slay or gift slayage to friends and family, Double Clutched is the place to shop.

Website: http://doubleclutched.com/

Bohten

An eyewear line for the environmentally conscious. Made from reuseable materials, Bohten creates designer and prescription Glasses that anyone would be excited to open these holidays.

Website: http://www.bohten.com/

Lunaversoul

Owner Camisha Jackson creates statement handmade pieces of Jewelry that appeal to to women with a knack for standing out. Jazz up your outfits this holiday season.

Website: http://www.lunaversoul.com/

Red Velvet Paperie

Stationary sets, greeting cards, and art prints can be a breeze this holiday with Red Velvet Paperie. Customizeable products are also sold on the site

Website: http://www.shopredvelvetpaperie.com/

ABC Me Flash Cards

Give the gift of education with ABC ME Flash Cards. Designed to teach African American children about their history and culture, while inspiring them at the same time.

Website: http://www.abcmeflashcards.com/

Haute Greeks Couture

Aiming to lace you with funky fresh and flyy clothes, Haute Greeks Couture sells HBCU and greek clothing. Catering to the millennial who travels back to the 90’s for fashion.

Website: http://www.hautegreekscouture.com/

Papyrus & Charms

A jewlery line making pieces from wood metal and tree seeds, the uniqueness of Papyrus & Charms is a definite attention getter. Men’s and women’s jewelry is available.

Website: http://www.papyrusandcharms.com/

Marcus Prime Live

Artist and Instagram celeb Markus Prime vends original marker drawn prints and services that will excite the comic reader and the Black art enthusiast.

Website: http://www.mlnnprime.com/