10 Black-Owned Brands That You Should Know About
As the Black Lives Matter movement gathers momentum worldwide, it is now more important than ever to continue supporting Black-owned businesses. Despite the lack of access and capital available for Black women CEOs, these founders have beat the odds to launch thriving brands. Here are 10 businesses owned by Black women that we love.
1. JADE Swim
Founded in 2016 by fashion editor & stylist Brittany Kozerski, JADE Swim is a swimwear brand known for its innovative silhouettes and minimalist aesthetic. Made with luxe Italian fabrics, JADE swimsuits can be worn in the water or as body suits paired with jeans or culottes. Their signature fabric features shape retention technology that offers UV protection and is resistant to chlorine, lotions, and oils.
2. Rosen
Founded in 2017 by Jamika Martin, Rosen is a skincare brand that provides specialized care for acne-prone skin. From citrus serums to earthy cleansers, Rosen products are made of clean ingredients that are naturally effective yet gentle on your skin. Borne out of the founder’s personal struggles with chronic acne, Rosen’s mission is to provide simple and effective skincare remedies while fostering diversity in the natural industry.
3. MDOTROSS
Founded by CEO and event curator Monique Ross, MDOTROSS is an online fashion boutique that offers timeless closet capsules at an affordable price. From denim rompers to airy summer dresses to workout wear, MDOTROSS provides a broad range of curated clothing for the effortlessly chic woman.
4. Tracie Hervy Ceramics
Founded in 2016 by Tracie Hervy, Tracie Hervy Ceramics is a ceramic studio that offers beautifully minimal ceramic vessels for everyday use. After studying at Greenwich House Pottery in New York City and receiving an MFA in ceramics at the Rhode Island School of Design, Tracie continues her ceramic journey specializing in pared down pieces inspired by the simplicity of prehistoric vessels.
5. Mented Cosmetics
Founded in 2017 by KJ Miller and Amanda E. Johnson, Mented Cosmetics is a makeup line made specifically for women of color. From their signature nude lipsticks to high color pay-off eyeshadows and blushes, each of their products is perfectly pigmented to match a diverse range of skin tones – not to mention, their lipsticks are vegan, paraben-free, non-toxic and cruelty free.
6. Base Butter
Founded by co-founders She'Neil Johnson and Nicolette Graves, Base Butter is a skincare brand that specializes in clean and simple formulas for those with oily and combination skin types. Their top-selling Radiate Aloe Vera Gel Face Jelly is a refreshing gel that effectively moisturizes your skin yet is lightweight enough to leave room for layering key serums and SPF once you’re finished.
7. Romy Studio
Romy Studio is a handcrafted jewelry brand that exudes character and refined simplicity. Specializing in contemporary designs and organic silhouettes, founder Camille offers one-of-a-kind statement earrings and other accessories in small batches or limited releases. Each piece is cut, baked, sanded, assembled and packaged in Camille’s home studio in Washington DC.
8. Golde
Founded in 2017 by co-founders Trinity Mouzon Wofford and Issey Kobori, Golde is a Brooklyn-based wellness brand that specializes in superfood-boosted essentials for health and beauty. We love their Turmeric Tonic Blend, which is a chocolate-y mood-regulating coffee alternative made of turmeric, coconut, ginger, and organic raw cacao powered by essential vitamins like iron, magnesium, and calcium.
9. Lolly Lolly Ceramics
Based in Columbus, OH, Lolly Lolly Ceramics is a ceramic brand that offers whimsical and modern vessels that double as art pieces. A full-time graphic designer, founder Lalese has become well-known in the ceramics world for her unique and playful style.
10. Clare
Founded by interior designer Nicole Gibbons, Clare is a paint brand that has reimagined the paint shopping experience with designer-curated colors, tech support, mess-free paint swatches, and high-quality paint and supplies delivered right to your door. We love their interactive Clare Color Genius, which guides shoppers to the perfect wall color with just a few simple questions.