Gift-giving does not need to be relegated to the Christmas holidays alone. Nevertheless, this season is that time of year when you are probably thinking of gifts for yourself and family, friends, or loved ones the most. It makes perfect sense to show your support for a Black-owned brand or business in the process, but not only during this time of year. The community works very long and hard to create high quality products that are great and which fit into a variety of scenarios depending on who the recipient of the gift might be. Our list of Black-owned holiday gifts will help you identify some items from the brands and businesses you never knew existed. Who knows? You might find the perfect gift in unexpected places. This not only enables you to stretch you to discover those hidden gems, it offers you a rare opportunity to keep funds circling in the Black community. Give a “gift” that truly gives back!
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Black-owned holiday gifts for fashion and beauty
African Print Dresses
As seasons change, your family and friends will appreciate opting for vibrant clothing to boost overall mood and performance. This is for all ladies who love colour and print, featuring a lime green print dress from Cherahani Dreams who retails African clothing and accessories via Etsy — SHOP NOW.
Lola Henry TXA Power Bright Complex
Beat the stress with this product, which is a solution for managing hyper-pigmentation in skin. The serum is a must-have for all skin types and is especially beneficial for those with darker skin tones. It can be integrated into any morning or night-time skincare routine for the best results. — SHOP NOW.
Maasai Beaded Earrings
These colourful earrings are handcrafted in the Maasai tradition of using hundreds of small colourful beads to make jewelry. The earrings match the African wax print and cotton top nicely. They will also add a splash of colour to a monochrome work outfit or casual everyday wear. — SHOP NOW.
Jamila Kyari Co. Tote Bag
Meet your new go-to going-out bag! Handcrafted from quality African print fabrics, this tote bag features long, sturdy straps for slinging over the shoulder and come perfectly stitched into a streamlined shape. Call it micro but mighty, which means it can hold all your essentials in one spot. — SHOP NOW.
Black-owned holiday gifts for the foodie
Ghetto Gastro Spices
Let the light flavour of these herbs and spices penetrate your meats, vegetables or grains for the perfect taste. Ingredients include a a floral, tropical, all-purpose blend of salt, white and black pepper, herbs and smoky chipotle chilli — SHOP NOW.
SHE CAN Berry Spritz
The McBride Sisters have unveiled their newly revamped collected of wines in various flavours. Highly recommended is the berry spritz which will taste like an explosion of fresh strawberry, blackberry and raspberry in the mouth — SHOP NOW.
Striped Tierra Mug
For tea and coffee lovers, they will truly appreciate the idea of taking a sip of something hot from this sleek and striped tierra mug designed by Justina Blakely for the Jungalow. Whether it’s matcha, chai or an espresso, you can be rest assured, it will taste all the better in this mug. They come in a set of four — SHOP NOW.
Black-owned holiday gifts for the home decorator
Red and White Mudcloth Pillow
The spaces we spend a lot of time in should be warm, inviting and comfortable. Bring the African energy and vibe into your home with these pillows that feature a timeless mudcloth print, that’s also a very popular and recognizable cultural pattern. A set of these pillows will match your christmas tree and the stockings — SHOP NOW.
Woven Bolga Fan
Turn a blank wall into the main attraction in your home with the use of a woven bolga fan. These are retailed by Goodee and they are known for carrying good from all over the world. The fans are made in Ghana by the Baba Tree Baskets Company’s artisans who are paid a fair living wage for their artistry — SHOP NOW.
Korhogo Cloth Art
Adorn your space with a striking piece that showcases the hand-painted patterns and colours of artisans in Mali, Africa. This Korhogo cloth art is more than just a functional home decor item, it is symbolic of traditional Africa and of art techniques that are centuries-old — SHOP NOW.
Black-owned holiday gifts for mothers
African Chai Spice Coffee
Moms deserve a gift too for how much they give of themselves to the world. Treat a mom in your life to a bag of coffee — perfect for her morning routine and when she needs a jump start to the day. This special drink blend is inspired by East African spice trade and the Kenyan tradition of relaxing to a cup coffee mixed with spices — SHOP NOW.
Ignite Your Peace BREATHE Candle
When life gets overwhelming, this candle will come to the rescue. It can be very therapeutic to light up a scented candle after a super busy day, during bath time or for a journaling session and self-care session. Ingredients in this soy candle include eucalyptus, peppermint, lavender and sage. — SHOP NOW.
Joydesioux Planner or Journal Book
Know a mom who really needs to keep track of her schedule, important details, notes and reminders in an organized, yet stylish fashion? This would be perfect for her! She doesn’t have to miss, a date, party, meeting or appointment again with this stunning A5 fabric covered hardback diary. — SHOP NOW.
Finally, if you need a cute paper bag or wrapping sheets to truly put the icing on the cake for this entire Black-owned experience, then check out Unwrp for all the gift packaging essentials.
Which one of these gifts will you be purchasing in 2023 and beyond?
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Hi Jamila! Thank you for including Reflektion Design in this wonderful gift guide. Happy holidays!
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Hello Anitra, you are so welcome. I am glad that you were able to stop by to view the article too! Have a wonderful festive celebration this year. Let’s connect in 2024!