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14 Black Owned Ethical Fashion Brands You Can Support Right Now

6/2/2020

 
black owned ethical fashion brands to support
Last week was a hard week for America as we continued to weather the uncertainty of COVID-19 while collectively mourning yet another black man killed by the very people who exist to serve and protect. (This topic is nuanced and deserves attention, so for more education and ways to be involved please visit Black Lives Matter). As you find ways to take a stand we wanted to shine a well-deserved spotlight on some black-owned ethical fashion brands who are killing it. We've encouraged everyone during this COVID season to support small brands whenever possible and the same rings true as you support black owned ethical fashion brands who are doing their part to address ethical employment and sustainable supply chain practices in fashion. 
black owned ethical fashion brands to support
AAKS
Founded by Akosua Afriyie-Kumi her bright accessories and stunning imagery capture the attention and hearts of anyone who finds them. Raffia and leather are woven by local artisans in Ghana to create these stunning bags.

black owned ethical fashion brands to support
Brother Vellies
Based in Brooklyn, Aurora James has created without a doubt the chicest footwear line in sustainable fashion (and beyond). Brother Vellies creates jobs and shines a light on the beautiful work of traditional African handicraft. Going one step further, this weekend Aurora called out fashion's biggest retail players to join the 15% pledge to stock their stores with 15% black owned businesses to represent the 15% African American population in the US.

black owned ethical fashion brands to support
Cee Cee's Closet
Former Coaching Club member and friend of THR3EFOLD's, this NYC based sister duo uses beautiful African fabric and artisanship to create their eye catching headwraps and apparel. 

black owned ethical fashion brands to support
Enzi
Founded by Jawad Braye to challenge global perceptions of Africa with this premium footwear brand made and sourced in Ethiopia.

black owned ethical fashion brands to support
Grant BLVD
We love using fashion to tackle systemic issues, and that's exactly what founder (& councilwoman) Dr. Kimberly McGlonn is doing with Philadelphia based Grant BLVD. They use no new fabric or water and provide training and employment for returning citizens to challenge the issues of mass incarceration and climate change. 

black owned ethical fashion brands to support
Kintu New York
Designed in NYC, created by global artisans in India and Kenya and handcrafted in Italy, this luxury handbag line is ready to be the next big thing.

black owned ethical fashion brands to support
lemlem
This bright resortwear collection was founded by Supermodel Liya Kebede after a trip to her native Ethiopia and a response to the local weavers losing a market for their goods due to fast fashion and the secondhand clothing industry.

black owned ethical fashion brands to support
Sarep + Rose
New Coaching Club member Sarep + Rose create beautiful bags and now COVID masks from traditional handwoven textiles of West Africa.

black owned ethical fashion brands to support
Sindiso Khumalo
This LVMH Prize Finalist 2020 is a sustainable textile designer based in Cape Town who has earned every bit of clout with a stunning collection of dreamy womenswear.

black owned ethical fashion brands to support
Studio One Eighty Nine
This CFDA Lexus Sustainable Fashion Award Winner is Co-Founded by Rosario Dawson and Abrima Erwiah. We loved having Abrima join us last Ethical NYFW to talk about their work between NYC and Ghana and their use of beautiful sustainable African textiles. 

black owned ethical fashion brands to support
The Tiny Closet
A capsule collection of beautiful sustainable basics, for work and play and made in LA.​

black owned ethical fashion brands to support
Tree Fairfax
Handmade leather goods never mass produced and made to last.

black owned ethical fashion brands to support
Two Days Off
Founded by Gina Stovall this sustainable capsule collection is made to order in Los Angeles and perfect for summer.

black owned ethical fashion brands to support
William Okpo
Founded by two Nigerian sisters this high fashion collection is a triple threat with footwear, apparel, and accessories. 

These beautiful black owned ethical fashion brands would add passion and power to any wardrobe. Happy shopping!
To help bring attention to the police killing of George Floyd, you can sign the Change.org petition here, or donate to local organizations like Black Vision Collective or Reclaim the Block via the Minnesota Freedom Fund here.

If you are interested in building an ethical fashion brand, join the Coaching Club, a 4 month brand accelerator that equips you with the experience and resources you need in production, marketing, funding, sales, and press to grow your business and be your own boss. Plus, you get the accountability and community you need to stay on track and do it right. Applications close June 4th so apply now!
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