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12 Must-Haves To Prepare For Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Founders' Day

In signature royal blue and white, check out some delightful Black-owned products to help you celebrate Founders' Day and every day of being a proud Zeta.
12 Must-Haves To Prepare For Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Founders' Day
Cree & Company; L’Jai Amor; Trufacebygrace; F&W Style
By ESSENCE Editors · Updated January 12, 2026
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On January 16, 1920, Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. was founded at Howard University. The organization, which has more than 125,000 Finer Women as members, celebrates its Founders’ Day on that special date with community events, service opportunities, and by honoring its founders, its legacy, and its sisterhood. The ladies pull on their best gear, in their signature royal blue and white, and show love to The Five Pearls, who established the sorority. Notable members who are sure to observe the day include lawyer Anita Hill, comedian and former sorority president Sheryl Underwood, singer Syleena Johnson, and many more.

Got a Zeta in your life you’d like to gift something to? Need some pieces for Founders’ Day? Just want to add some more blue-and-white items to your style closet? WeLoveUs.Shop has you covered. In our latest Founders Day’ roundup of sororities in the Divine Nine, check out some must-have products, created by Black vendors, that are perfect for observing Founders’ Day and for having in your arsenal all year long.

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01 Trufacebygrace Ubuntu Goddess Two Shoulder Necklace

You’ve never seen a statement piece like this!

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02 L’Jai Amor Pearl Halo Cape

Heads are certainly turning if you step into the spot with this stunning piece on your shoulders.

Available at WeLoveUs
195 Shop Now
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03 F&W Style Layla Laptop Case

This is not your ordinary laptop case. Sold in a rich blue hue with a reptile-inspired design, it’s a one-of-a-kind accessory.

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205 Shop Now
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04 Lizeo Zene High Low Shirt Dress

Serve sophistication in this pristine piece!

Available at WeLoveUs
89 Shop Now
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05 Cree & Company Bloom Earrings

A floral-inspired treat for the earlobes, in a beautiful blue hue.

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06 Vaila Shoes Jordin Sneakers White

Stroll-worthy crispy white kicks from a Black-woman founder.

Available at WeLoveUs
130 Shop Now
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07 The Sopi Mitil Co. Lapis Duchess Dress

Fire on a variety of figures, this beautiful dress is an elegant option for work, play, and service.

Available at WeLoveUs
369 Shop Now
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08 Trufacebygrace Agaseke Luxe Woven Clamshell Bag

Step all the way out in style for the next fundraiser event with this gorgeous bag, inspired by and made from baskets sold all over the Continent.

Available at WeLoveUs
250 Shop Now
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09 Sarep + Rose Moon Hobo Sling Bag 1.0

Made from premium leather, this half-moon silhouette bag in a bright blue shade is a standout for everyday style moments.

Available at WeLoveUs
285 Shop Now
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10 Mischo Beauty A Beautiful Life Polish

Because milky white nails, or a fun French tip, are always a flawless look on fingers.

Available at WeLoveUs
21 Shop Now
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11 HBCU Legacy Fashion Blue And White Kids Crewneck

Help your babies rep Zeta Phi Beta (and Phi Beta Sigma, too) with this comfy, cozy piece in blue and white.

Available at WeLoveUs
50 Shop Now
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12 Cree & Company Demi II Earrings

Cree & Company does drama on the ears well, and you certainly get that, with a precious geode druzy stone, on these blue tassel earrings.

Available at WeLoveUs
44 Shop Now

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