Glamazons,
I have a special place in my heart for small businesses. I totally respect people who have a vision and step out on faith to execute it. And as the EIC of this here blog, I know that when you run an organization/store/site by yourself, you have to give 110%. My hat goes off to small business owners! And finally, I love discovering new brands that offer a unique and refreshing point-of-view!
Here are 8 small businesses you should check out today:
1. Yumnah Najah Designs
I first fell in love with Yumnah Najah‘s beautiful handpainted jewelry when I met the founder at Channing in the City‘s two year anniversary party. Since then, I’ve amassed quite the collection of earrings, rings and necklaces.
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I love that the pieces are artful, unique and always eye-catching. Check them out! [ Yumnah Najah Designs Online | Twitter | Facebook ]
2. Polish Bar Brooklyn
Brooklyn’s first beauty bar, Polish Bar Brooklyn, located on 470 Myrtle Ave, is an oasis for the beauty girl looking for pampering services from manicures to makeup application.
Founded by Tricia Lee, the salon is hosting professional makeup artists Rebecca Casciano and Starr Blackshere today for $20 beauty boosts. [ Polish Bar Brooklyn Online | Twitter | Facebook ]
3. Kelle Miles
Friend to The Glamazons, Dorcia Kelley founded the online shopping experience, Kelle Miles, after 12 years working as a Fashion and Interior Stylist for such names as ELLE, Essence and Lancome Paris. Kelle Miles offers her carefully-curated selection of accessories and home decor “for women who are confident in their own personal style and who are beyond wearing labels.” [ Kelles Miles Online | Twitter | Facebook ]
4. Cocotique
Founded by Dana Hill, a style industry veteran, Cocotique is a deluxe beauty box subscription service for women of color. It offers a plethora of luxurious beauty samples from nail lacquer to premium skincare products for a mere $20 each month.
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Our favorite find in the box? Fitness DVDs from health and exercise guru, Jeanette Jenkins. Must-get! [ Cocotique Online | Twitter | Facebook ]
5. Eden BodyWorks
One of my favorite natural hair brands, Eden Bodyworks offers all natural products that will leave your hair strong, soft and moisturized. I swear by their hair milk for my twist-outs (definition for days!) and adore their Jojoba Monoi Moisturizing shampoo for cleaning my hair while strengthening it.
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Best part? It’s founded by 22 year-old Jasmine Lawrence, who started the company at 13. Teen genius! [ Eden BodyWorks Online | Twitter | Facebook ]
6. DPiperTwins and Kastle Designs and Treasure Chest
If you’re looking for one-of-a-kind jewelry and exquisite clothing, look no further than DPiperTwins and Kastle Designs and Treasure Chest. Founded by twins Danielle and Chantelle Dwomoh-Piper, both lines are modern, feminine and full of charm and whimsy.
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I’m especially obsessed with the above printed dress. Isn’t it perfect? [ DpiperTwins Online | Twitter | Facebook ]
7. Ginger & Liz
The brainchild of our friends S. “Liz” Pickett and H. “Ginger” Johnson, Ginger & Liz is a vegan-friendly nail lacquer for beauty mavens with discerning taste and dynamic lifestyles.
Here I am getting a Ginger & Liz manicure at a New York Fashion Week lounge.
G&L comes in modern, daring and smart colors with clever names like “Boss Lady,” and “Put a Ring On It.” We’re huge fans (and so is Beyonce!). [ Ginger & Liz Online | Twitter | Facebook ]
8. Blake Scotland Boutique
Blake Scotland, longtime friend to The Glamazons, founded an eponymous men’s and women’s contemporary boutique (located at 62 Clinton Street on the Lower East Side). At Blake Scotland, you can find such edgy fashion-forward labels as Boxing Kitten, Ksubi and Cheap Monday. She touts their selection of cool ready-to-wear brands as “comfort clothing for people just a little rough around the edges.” Love! [ Blake Scotland Online | Twitter | Facebook ]
I regularly support each of these businesses, Glamazons. They’re awesome! Which small businesses do you love? Let me know in the comments!
Kisses,
Glamazon Jessica
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