Fashion

EgoSwim is a swimwear company that provides swimwear for confident women, go-getters, the travel enthusiast, the bossy chick, you name it.

Handmade costume and vintage jewelry. Custom engraved necklaces and bracelets.

African Ancestry is one of the leading black-owned businesses in operation. It helps transform the way people view themselves and the way they see Africa. Dr. Rick Kittles and Gina Paige founded African Ancestry in 2003. It is the world leader in tracing maternal and paternal lineages of African descent. It has helped more than 500,000 people re-connect with the roots of their family tree. Most companies can only tell what continent one has originated from, but not what country. African Ancestry has the industry’s largest and most comprehensive database, with over 30,000 indigenous African samples. African Ancestry determines specific countries. It can also find specific ethnic groups of origin with an unrivaled level of detail and accuracy. This black-owned business provides a unique service to the black community, and most importantly, protects the privacy of the user by refusing to sell or misuse their DNA after testing. It improves the wellbeing of people across the African diaspora and helps those across the world reconnect with their roots.

African Hippie is an original, innovative, black-owned clothing brand that applies the technique of West African style embroidery to comfortable luxury basics. Its designs appeal to men, women, and children worldwide. The brand uses ethical production practices. It represents bohemian souls who love to explore the world, and who share a respect for authentic cultural contributions. What sets African Hippie apart from other black-owned businesses? Its network of “nomads.” These nomads travel throughout Africa and the rest of the world. They source lifestyle resources that enhance the lives of customers. These resources also protect the planet. Owner Serina Cooper wanted to normalize the indigenous practice of clearing space. She tried to do the same with manifesting light, especially in this time cycle.

Ibi Meier-Oruitemeka is a wellness beauty expert and entrepreneur, and an advocate for holistic health and wellness in black women. She is the founder and creative director of The Afro Hair & Skin Co., an award-winning natural beauty brand. Meier-Oruitemeka, who has published articles in Ash Magazine, PRIDE, and on the Vox Africa network, developed her powerful black-owned skincare brands over five years. She sought to get rid of all the common toxins that undermine black women's health and wellbeing. Her mission is to provide high functioning all-natural alternatives. Using The Afro Hair & Skin Co., Ibi aims to share her love of natural beauty. Her other goal is education. She wants to show others how to harness these black-owned hair products and skincare solutions.

AFROTHREADS™ is more than an online fabric store—we aim to preserve and promote authentic African art and culture. Did you know that the majority of “African prints” on the market are not actually designed or made by Africans? To combat this, we have partnered with artisans and companies from different parts of the continent in order to share the history, technique, and meaning behind a variety of handmade and printed African fabrics. We encourage creativity and cultural appreciation: with knowledge and respect, anyone can proudly own, wear, and create with African prints and textiles. As Afro-diasporans, we are always looking for more ways to incorporate African art into both our wardrobes and our homes. Shop our growing collection of accessories and decor, which highlights the beauty and versatility of different African fabrics. We also strive for zero waste of these precious materials. We recycle leftover fabric whenever possible, and we are happy to collaborate with and/or donate to other creatives. Please contact us if interested!

HEY SIS | Lifestyle meet apparel brand that promotes wellness through the mind, body, & spirit. Made in Los Angeles, CA. Created by a Black Girl.

Keys to the culture is all about connecting with our lineage & implementing ancestral traditions into our modern lives.

Tayo Adesanya is a National Urban League Emerging Leader and Bay Area Activist who is also the creator of Agbara Life. This black-owned business creates fashion-forward tech backpacks, which change the way users power up. Adesanya has spent over ten years working in the hardware electronics space, and this creation is a revolutionary way to impact our society through wearable technology. Communities cannot afford to leave their youth behind – and young people like always to be connected. That's why black-owned businesses like Agbara Life are here. They make a difference in the lives of users. Agbara's cutting-edge technology will keep users connected and fashionable. It will also help to change how people access technology.

AK-Wilde is the name for one of the British black-owned companies on our list: a new collection of designs and products by Textile Designer and Teacher, Karen HB. She uses the brand name Ak-wilde Nature. Karen named AK-Wilde after her two daughters. The AK represents Aylia and Karissa, and the Wilde is for Karen's love of nature. Karen is a graduate of the London College of Fashion (University of the Arts). She is also a recent graduate from the Art and Business of Surface Pattern Design. She creates unique surface pattern designs in a variety of themes, which customers can buy or license. Some are also available to buy as scarves and home furnishing items from her shop. The beauty of nature and the diversity of plant life influence the print designs created by this black-owned business. Another inspiration is the vibrant patterns and colors of global cultures.