Hello, shoppers! This week's email is brought to you by our Black@ZD Employee Resource Group. We're representative of Black employees within RetailMeNot and we're taking over this week's Real Deal in honor of Black History Month. We are a group of Black RetailMeNot leaders and employees dedicated to celebrating our diversity at work and at home. So we are thrilled to help you shop with purpose at our favorite Black-owned brands today and beyond!
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105+ Black-Owned Brands to Support Today and Always
We asked our Black@ZD members and our editors for their favorites – so that YOU can find your new must-haves across art, books, beauty, fashion, home decor and so much more.
10 Black-Owned Fashion and Clothing Brands to Shop (If You're Not Already)
For years, Black culture has shaped the fashion industry, despite being often overlooked and undervalued. Here are just 10 (of many) Black-owned clothing brands your closet needs. Be sure to top off your look with some show-stopping jewelry from Serendipitous Project, one of our favorites.
These are just some of the brands leading the charge for inclusivity in the beauty industry. Some of our Black@ZD members' favorites? Naturellegrow, Mielle Organics, Iyurve, Bolden, Mischo Beauty and tgin.
Research stores that support Black businesses prior to shopping, when going to big chain stores. You can also use apps that support Black businesses to find other businesses to support (for example, Kharis Connect).
- Timeka Green, Sr. Talent Acquisition Specialist at Spiceworks ZD and member of Black@ZD
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Meet the Founders of 3 Awesome Black-Owned Brands
We asked the founders of Frederick Benjamin, Mented Cosmetics and Yummy Extensions about their businesses, most exciting moments and advice for other entrepreneurs.
Black-Owned Brands You Can Shop at Major Retailers
Shopping small Black-owned businesses directly is the best way to show your support. But if you frequent big-box retailers, you can still shop with purpose by seeking out these Black-founded brands on the shelves.
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