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14 Pieces From Black-Owned Fashion Brands You'll Want In Your Cart ASAP

Top off your summer wardrobe and get a head start on fall for Black Business Month.
14 Pieces From Black-Owned Fashion Brands You'll Want In Your Cart ASAP
By Jamila Stewart · Updated August 4, 2022
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Black Business Month was founded in 2004 in response to the under representation and acknowledgement of Black business owners. It’s a direct call to give both longstanding and emerging business owners their flowers, taking the month to make a conscious effort in supporting Black-owned companies and boost sales. With so many fashion-forward and innovative fashion brands offering up fun and unique pieces alongside classic staples you’ll never want to get rid of, it’s no challenge to find a handful of pieces, all designed by Black creatives, that you’ll want to add to your closet this month – and they’re brands you want to keep returning to for years to come.

Our favorite brands aren’t ones to disappoint, but this time around, there’s feels to be even more flare market. There’s going out tops with statement shoulder details, crochet maxi dresses you’ll be dying to pack for your next vacation, funky twists on classic button ups, and more. These designers and more have earned their rightful places in the forefront regardless of the month, but in any case, you don’t have to tell us twice to add these to the cart.

01
01 Kwame Adusei Kafui Button Up Shirt

This button up top is just one example of how Kwame Adusei transforms the ordinary into extraordinary with its knack for silhouette play.

Available at Kwame Adusei
180 Shop Now
02
02 Hildaa Lindaa Araci Top

It’s the little details such as the netted fabric and raw hems that make Hildaa Lindaa’s Araci Top so unique. Still, it’s one you can mix and match with a number of looks to maximize its wear.

Available at Hildaa Lindaa
60 Shop Now
03
03 Monet Nejon See-Through Cherry Dress

Complete with high-slits and unexpected cutouts, Monet Nejon’s See-Through Cherry dress takes classic crochet to new heights.

Available at Monet Nejon
444 Shop Now
04
04 Alyda Maya Dress

If you’ve been waiting to whip out a straw tote and raffia sandals, this Alyda dress is what to pair them with.

Available at Alyda
179 Shop Now
05
05 Mie Rio Top

Mie’s whimsical Rio Top comes in four soft colorways with versatile straps that offer endless styling options.

Available at Mie
105 Shop Now
06
06 Danzy Classic Hunter Green Set

For your flight days or any event that requires a relaxed ensemble, you deserve something as cozy as this Danzy set.

Available at Danzy
350 Shop Now
07
07 Re Ona Cherie Top

Why do a regular tank top when you can do this asymmetric number from Re Ona?

Available at Re Ona
70 Shop Now
08
08 No Sesso Acid Smiley Tee

No Sesso’s tees add a splash of fun to any casual day outfit.

Available at No Sesso
85 Shop Now
09
09 Theophilio Multicolor Polyester Mini Skirt

Anything you grab from Theophilio is bound to make a statement, and this skirt is a moment all on its own.

Available at SSENSE
157 Originally $285 Shop Now
10
10 Rendoll Santana Velvet Set

If you’re a lover of color, then you’ll fall for Rendoll’s Velvet Set. Style it with oversized sunnies and bright sandals, and you’ve got yourself a resort-ready ensemble.

Available at Rendoll
183 Shop Now
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11 Par Bronté Laurent Ciao Bella Dress

Par Bronté Laurent’s Ciao Bella Dress is a picturesque summer staple.

Available at Par Bronté Laurent
78 Shop Now
12
12 Zelie For She Feeling Groovy Dress

With a keyhole neckline, slight flared hem and eye-catching print, Zelie For She’s Feeling Groovy Dress is one to stand out in any closet.

Available at Zelie For She
69 Originally $129 Shop Now
13
13 Farai London Edena Two-Piece

Farai London became a fan favorite due to its exciting prints, and the skirt of this two-piece set keeps the theme going.

Available at Farai London
209 Shop Now
14
14 Hanifa Kamil Top

Metallics is the nighttime trend taking over, and the shoulders on this iridescent Hanifa top guarantee all eyes will be on you.

Available at Hanifa
142 Originally $189 Shop Now

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