As the summer comes to an anti-climatic closure, people are either returning to campus this fall, attending virtual classes (i.e Da Crib University), or doing a hybrid of both.
While some of us find ourselves taking 8 A.M Zoom classes in our old hoodies and grease-stained sweatpants, some like to do a virtual pop out every once in a while.
With the addition of people who still have to go to work or attend school in person, many have found themselves returning to their new-normal which includes social distancing and finding the right mask to wear.
It can be challenging to find the inspiration to get dolled up when many of us have been wearing the same t-shirt and sweatpants combo since March (and since many of us are too worried about merely surviving), but nevertheless, I got y’all. These are some of my favorite Black-owned businesses that you should shop this back to school season–so you can make a virtual or in-real-life pop out.
1. Clutch by Tia Dash
Who: Tia Hobby
What: Mini Bags
Where: Online (Some Pop-Up Shops in Maryland [Closed due to Covid-19])
$$$: $35-$40
Website: https://clutchbytiadash.com/
2. Couture Cabello:
Who: Shantia J./Terril W.
What: High Fashion Clothing (Dresses, Jumpsuits, Masks, etc.)
Where: Online
$$$:$13-$45
Website: https://couturecabello.com/
The owner also has a cosmetics line and a wig shop!
3. X-Girlfriend *Owned by a Howard Alumna*
Who: Jarry the Worst
What: Thee Cutest Heels, Fur Slides, Pigments, and Purses 😉
Where: Online (No International Shipping)
$$$: $30-$90
Website:https://www.ex-girlfriendz.com/
4. Mented Cosmetics
Who: KJ Miller & Amanda E. Johnson
What: Cosmetics for Brown/Black Girls
Where: Online
$$$:$15-$50
Website: https://www.mentedcosmetics.com
5. Worthy of It All Boutique *Owned by a Howard Student*
Who: Naijah Durant
What: Tops, Dresses, Acessories, etc.
Where: Online
$$$: $33-$50
Website: https://shopworthyofitall.com/
Now that you’ve got the resources to make the best out of your virtual experience, go out there and conquer the world!
Recently, I’ve loved looking for Black-owned businesses to shop this back to school season, so hopefully you all have found something exciting in this list like I did.
How are you coming to your first day of virtual classes? Are you looking for back to school outfits or are you just trying to survive with what’s in your closet now? Let me know!
