Black-Owned Brands to Support in Honor of 'Black Panther'
To put African brands in a singular box would be ridiculous — and Black Panther has proven this. The Marvel film is a perfect example of the continent's diversity in fashion and art.
On and off-screen the cast has been sporting a designs from South Africa, Ghana, Uganda, Nigeria and even Sudan. If anything, the film has shown that cross culturally, African designers have a lot to say.
If you're interested in dressing in black-owned shops, without breaking your budget, see what we gathered below.
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If you're looking for high-end designers like Maki Oh and Brother Vellies, this digital destination is a perfect find. In addition to an e-shop, Oxosi also has editorial spreads showcasing the beauty of African art and fashion.
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After moving from Liberia to Atlanta, Charlene Dunbar said she learned dressmaking from the ladies at her church. Now, the young designer is behind girlie Ankara-happy brand, Suakoko Betty.
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If you're into streetwear and literally want to rep your country, Mizizi is a perfect find. The brand was started by Ghanaian-American Paakow Essandoh and offers baseball, basketball and hockey jerseys.
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Want to add a touch of African aesthetic to multiple looks? The Wrap Life has a wide range of stunning head wraps. Best part: They have video tutorials on how to tie up the pieces.
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Based in Los Angeles, Maryanne Mathias and Molly Keogh started Osei Duro in 2011. The ethical brand produces textiles and garments in Ghana, India and Peru.
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For girls with bawdy, Rue 107 founded by Haitian-American designer Marie Jean-Baptiste, is a great brand. Body-con dresses are their speciality, but for an elegant wrap dress they deliver.
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If your style is more Justine Skye meets Wakanda, Matte Brand is a great go-to. Started by 24-year-old Briana Wilson, the Los Angeles brand has already been worn by Kim Kardashian, Karreuche and Draya.
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For a flowy sundress moment or a cute laptop case, Della is a great brand. In addition providing jobs, education and skills training to their employees they've also worked with big brands like Urban Outfitters.
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Music-lovers can appreciate many things from OkayAfrica's shop but their clothing is particularly fly. Shirts like this Fela one can be worn down with jeans or up with a sexy fitted skirt and heels.
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If graphic t-shirts and hoodies are your jam, Pop Caven has a ton of artistic options. Learn more about the artists designing for the brand on their Man-u-script page —they also have a new podcast!
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Who doesn't love a one-of-a-kind piece? Consider anything you get from Yevu unique as all their pieces are handmade in Ghana by a team of seamstresses. Yevu's founded Anna Robertson also won InStyle's 2017 style scholarship award.
