saturday, november 30 - Toronto
Coo-Mon Accessoireset Cultures
Ingrid Agbato, founder of Coo-Mon, bridges Benin and Montreal with vibrant, handmade accessories blending traditional fabrics and modern styles. Available online, Coo-Mon integrates seamlessly into any wardrobe. Recognized among Top 100 Canadian Black Women to Watch, Ingrid has multiple awards and is a Make-A-Wish ambassador.
Learn more and shop at Coo-Mon.ca.
Diva Creations
Diane Reid is the founder of Diva Creations, a holistic approach to full body care using herbs, botanical flowers, and essential oils. Harness the power of natural ingredients like blackseed oil for purifying, rose for hydration, and olive oil for nourishment. Floral waters can refresh and soothe the skin, while carrier oils deliver deep moisture. Embrace nature's bounty for radiance skin.
Learn more and shop at DCSkinAndHair.com.
OurKnappyRootz
Imani is the founder of OurKnappyRootz, a brand focused on providing innovative hair care solutions for Black textured hair. With products like FreeBraid pre-stretched braiding hair and Sleeze adjustable bonnets, Imani's mission is to empower the Black community with accessible, high-quality tools for protective styles and natural hair care.
Learn more and shop at OurKnappyRootz.com.
SIMKHA Biocosmétiques
Muriel Koucoï, a medical biologist and founder of SIMKHA Biocosmétiques, leads a Quebec-based brand focused on natural, vegan, and cruelty-free skincare. A finalist for the Prix Femmes d'Affaires du Québec, she advocates for clean beauty, sustainability, and women's health, promoting ethical skincare solutions globally.
Learn more and shop at SIMKHABiocosmetiques.ca.
saturday, december 7 - los angeles
Bath Notes
Halima Hubbard, Bath Notes Founder and CEO. Ex-Estee Lauder supply chain manager turned indie beauty founder, crafting sustainable, effective products for a holistic approach to self-care.
Learn more and shop at BathNotes.com.
Be You Candles
Be You Candles is a brand born from Shemeka Wright's passion for self-care and creating spaces that feel like a warm embrace. Since its 2020 launch, it’s gained recognition for sparking mindfulness and comfort. Every candle is crafted to inspire authenticity and invite moments of peace, relaxation, and pure joy into everyday life.
Learn more and shop at BeYouCandles.com.
Brandi Creations
Brandi Lewis is the founder of Brandi Creations Design Studio, a fashionable and gorgeous line of greeting cards, stickers and wooden gift card holders.
Learn more and shop at BrandiCreations.com.
Joy of Beauty
Joy of Beauty is an award-winning diabetic and immunocompromised-friendly body care and lifestyle brand that formulates and manufactures body care and merchandise products that cater to diabetics, those in health-sensitive communities, and their caregivers.
Learn more and shop at JoyOfBeautyBrand.com.
Junie Bees Butta
Jennifer Archie is the founder Junie Bees Butta, a sustainable wellness brand based in Los Angeles that curates all natural skincare products that seamlessly fit into your daily self-care and wellness routines, leaving you with healthier, more radiant skin.
Learn more and shop at JunieBeesButta.com.
Relaxed and Restored
Kimberly Haley is a certified neuromuscular therapist and the founder of Relaxed and Restored, dedicated to empowering women through holistic wellness. She specializes in pain management and stress relief, blending therapeutic techniques with health education. Kimberly is committed to creating an environment where women can prioritize self-care.
Learn more and shop at RelaxedAndRestored.com.
Sainte Nèl
Bethany J. Peak is an attorney turned entrepreneur. She founded Sainte Nèl, her non-toxic nail care company, as a manifestation of her interest in non-toxic beauty and her love of nail polish. A self described "recovering workaholic", she’s on a mission to encourage others to prioritize their personal well being as they accomplish their goals.
Learn more and shop at SainteNel.com.
saturday, december 14 - harlem
Adorned In Taji
NayMarie is a multifaceted Creative. As a Healing Arts Jeweler and Certified Crystal Healer with Adorned In Taji, she handcrafts divine adornments using ethically sourced gemstones, cowrie, and metals to help you manifest your intentions. In 2014, she also founded Taji Mag, a Black culture publication dedicated to uplifting Black stories.
Learn more and shop at AdornedInTaji.com.
BLK Alchemy
Barella Roberson is a consumer products marketing and branding strategist with a focus on social and environmental impact. Since obtaining an MBA in Sustainability, she has pivoted to helping brands develop products and initiatives to advance clean and inclusive beauty, sustainability and ethical commerce.
Learn more and shop at BLKAlchemy.co.
Dejha B Coloring
Khadejha "Dejha B" Brunner is the founder of Dejha B Coloring, a brand that celebrates diversity and self-care through coloring books. A Bronx native and former recording artist, she pivoted to art during the pandemic. Her creations, featured in Essence, and Ebony magazine which inspires creativity and resilience in women and children of color.
Learn more and shop at DejhaBColoring.com.
Effie's Paper :: Stationery&Whatnot
Effie's Paper :: Stationery&Whatnot is a lifestyle brand created by women for womxn. They offer customers an on-trend, curated selection of stylish desk, stationery, travel, and gift accessories. Their products reflect the belief that The Future is Female. Girl Power reigns supreme in their world. And, their world is fueled by Black Girl Magic!
Learn more and shop at EffiesPaper.com.
LAMIK
Kim Roxie, Founder and CEO of LAMIK Beauty, has celebrated the beauty of all women since becoming an entrepreneur in the beauty industry in 2004. With her degree from Clark Atlanta University and executive leadership certification from the Tuck School of Business, Kim's background sets the foundation for her success.
Learn more and shop at LAMIKBeauty.com.
Sibahle Teas
Sibahle Teas is a Black woman-owned tea company founded by Regina Brewton. After struggling with a cola addiction, she turned to tea and was inspired to share her experiences. Regina focuses on whole-leaf teas and herbal blends sourced from Africa. The name "Sibahle" means "We are Beautiful," reflecting the beauty of Africa in every cup.
Learn more and shop at SibahleTeas.com.
The 125 Collection
Valerie, originally from KY is a city girl with a southern soul. She's lived in NYC for over 20 years where she has grown from a Bluegrass Belle to a Harlem Urbanista. Harlem has been her platform of inspiration and created the brand (named after 125th St.) so that everyone could find their light by connecting to one of the candles powerful quotes
Learn more and shop at The125Collection.com.
official DJ
DJ Monday Blue
A daughter of the Southern Diaspora, DJ Monday Blue is a Brooklyn-based DJ who plays music to help you unlock your old memories while creating new ones. With over ten years experience as a disc jockey, Monday Blue has worked with organizations and brands such as The Meteor, Soho Grand Hotel, Weeksville Heritage Center, Soul in the Horn, The Pulitzer Prizes, Spelman College, Black Girls Love Vinyl, 651 Arts, Virgin Hotels NYC, H&M, Andscape, and Buy From A Black Woman. Monday Blue plays both digital and analog, but her heart beats with vinyl.
A featured DJ at Soho Grand Hotel in New York City, Monday Blue is also the official tour DJ for the Buy From A Black Woman Inspire Tour presented by H&M. Monday Blue is the founder and resident DJ of Doyennes of Disc, a vinyl party featuring all women selectors. You can listen to and watch her live when she pops up to stream Follow Your Bliss With Monday Blue on twitch.tv/DJMondayBlue.
saturday, december 21 - new york
Adorn New York
Raqquyah Webb is the founder of Adorn New York Inc, a brand that offers colorful statement jewelry, handcrafted from a variety of textures and stones that mirror the magic present in the hearts of women. No style is ever crafted the same. This gives each design exclusivity and every customer the right to be extraordinary!
Learn more and shop at AdornNewYork.com.
Ashunta Sheriff Beauty
Ashunta Sheriff-Kendricks is a pioneering makeup artist with over 25 years in the entertainment industry. Renowned for her artistry with A-list clients like Taraji P. Henson, Alicia Keys, and Zendaya, Ashunta’s trailblazing work and expertise have made her a leading authority in beauty and empowerment.
Learn more and shop at AshuntaBeauty.com.
Corage Dolls
Flora is the Founder and CEO of Corage Dolls, a multicultural doll and book company that encourages girls of color to be unstoppable. She is an award-winning marketer with over 12+ years of experience in strategy development, community engagement, and cultural insights for multicultural audiences and is an avid mentor of young girls.
Learn more and shop at CorageDolls.com.
DMC Original Art
Danielle M. Chery is a self-trained artist based in Brooklyn, NY. She is the founder of award-winning home decor business DMC Original Art, creating one-of-a-kind pieces of functional resin art for residential and commercial spaces. Danielle turns to nature for inspiration and uses a fluid art technique to create vibrant marble-like designs.
Learn more and shop at DMCOriginalArt.com.
Haiama Beauty
Allison Shimamoto is a haircare enthusiast with experience formulating natural beauty products at home for 10+ years. Prior to Haiama, Shimamoto's career was in management consulting at BCG where she focused on People and Organization Strategy. Shimamoto holds a bachelors from Brown University in Psychology and an MBA from The Darden School of Business at UVA.
Learn more and shop at HaiamaBeauty.co.
Jacx Carter Designs
TieSha Carter, owner of Jacx Carter Designs, is a Systems Engineer and self-taught Jewelry Designer. Jacx Carter Designs is a fusion of her engineering background and love for creative arts. Carter is a huge proponent of mental health awareness as her own battle is what propelled her to take up jewelry design and launch the brand in 2021.
Learn more and shop at JacxCDesigns.com.
Vine & Olive
Malatrice Montgomery is the founder of Vine & Olive, a specialty olive oil store that offers over 40 flavors of premium olive oils and balsamic vinegars. If you live to cook or eat, your culinary adventure starts here!
Learn more and shop at VineAndOlives.com.
