This year we committed to dedicating at least 15% of our retail shelves to Black Makers, inspired by the 15% Pledge movement (15% is the national percentage of Black people in the US). In support of this pledge, we looked at our stock and made changes.
In Our Fave Black Makers of 2022, we share the brands that made it to the top of our list. Some we’ve carried for years, while others are newbies. We’re loving these goodies and we think you will, too.
228 Grant Street Candle Co.*
Initially inspired by high-end, otherworldly fragranced candle shops, 228 Grant St. Candle Co. mission is to create amazing and affordable candles featuring uniquely curated fragrance blends. They also seek to build, nurture and sustain community through collective economics, collaboration and inspiring others to follow their creative passions.
228grantstreet.com
@228grantstreet
*Local Maker
Cashmere Moon
Created by Tisha Ayers, Cashmere Moon was developed as an indie beauty and body care company built on the promise of providing clean, skin-nourishing products for you that are vegan and cruelty-free. Keeping both the planet in mind and natural healthy skincare, their products are made without dyes, coloring, parabens, sulfates, or harmful toxins. Cashmere Moon also emphasizes recyclable and minimalist packing strategies to be mindful of the environment.
CTOAN CO.
CTOAN Co. created by Jodyann Morgan of Wisconsin, features body candles that celebrate the human form in all of its glory. Designed from a completely gender neutral perspective, there are no female or male candles here, just candles celebrating the human form. If one resonates with you, it’s the perfect fit, no matter the gender that might have been assigned.
Herituals
Herituals is a woman-owned home fragrance company rooted in sustainability with a commitment to redefining self care products for your home. Inspired by daily rituals, each product is made with natural and toxin free ingredients for a safe and optimal candle burn. Light a candle and let Herituals turn your routines into rituals.
Personal Best Ceramics*
Whitney Simpkins began selling ceramics in 2016 as a way to part with all the extra cups and bowls that hadn’t been given away to friends. Years later, Personal Best Ceramics evolved into a bit more than cups and bowls, and her ceramics have found their way to many, many new friends.
personalbestceramics.com
@personalbestceramics
*Local Maker
