It's no surprise that over the past few years, Etsy [1] has grown to become a one-stop shop for many of us looking to support smaller, independent brands [2] and businesses. And with sustainable fashion [3] being such a priority to today's buyers — myself included — it's no wonder that Etsy continues to surpass other comparable marketplaces when it comes to showcasing global talent, particularly in the area of fashion.
With products ranging from handmade, delicate jewelry [4] from sellers in Brazil to intricately woven garments from your favorite Brooklyn-based designers, Etsy offers a one-of-a-kind shopping experience for those looking for uniquely designed and crafted goods they more than likely won't be able to find anywhere else in the world. However, with Etsy being such a massive marketplace, it's also pretty easy to get lost in the sauce. So, we've done the research for you and are rounding up our favorite Black-owned fashion shops [5] you need to support — like, ASAP!
Omi Woods
Hailing from of Toronto, designer Ashley Alexis McFarlane created Omi Woods as a way to explore her Caribbean roots and "...Centralize the folks who have not traditionally been represented in jewelry traditions." Whether worn alone or layered with other designs, the Egyptian Coin Necklace [7] ($216 and up) makes a statement.
Fyre Vintage
Launched in 2016, Fyre Vintage offers a classic assortment of throwback gems, like everyone's favorite Levi's 550s, longline wool coats, and an assortment of oversize men's blazers [8] ($68). Even better? Ten percent of all profit goes to sourcing sustainable clothing and essential care packages for women in need in Detroit.
Breezy Tee
Portugal-based shop owner Brie Moore created Breezy Tee with the desire to help women improve their hair health by way of creating stylish hair wraps and accessories. I'm sure we can all agree that the extralarge Rose Silk Schruncie [9] ($27 and up) is the '90s touch we all aspire to have.
XN Studio
Made in Uganda just for XN Studio, these six special prints came directly from the fabric markets of Kampala, Uganda, and each mask [10] ($14) showcases an African wax print design (known as "kitenge" in Uganda and throughout East Africa), plus an additional layer of plain fabric on the inside. I mean, what more could you possibly want out of a mask, right?
Sosomeshop
With a focus on women and children, this London-based shop offers uniquely designed clothing and accessories with eye-catching African-print fabrics. We can't help but to think about how cute the Nia Strapless Jumpsuit [11] ($227) would be for warmer months.
It's All Culture
Created "for us, by us," Ashley Bebley of It's All Culture designs and handcrafts these Black Power Earrings [12] ($38) that are sure to make the ultimate statement any day of the week.
All Very Goods
Black-woman-owned and DC-based brand All Very Goods offers an array of products, from enamel pins and greetings cards to art prints and kitschy colored bandanas [13] ($24) that can easily be worn on your head, wrapped around your wrist, or framed and hung on your bedroom wall.
Dami V.
Atlanta-based Dami Gilbert of shop Dami V. offers a variety of unisex accessories and womenswear, including this eye-catching Kofi Button-Down Dress [14] ($55) inspired by her Afrocentric heritage.
Lingua Nigra
What started out as lines scribbled in a notebook quickly took shape in the form of handmade, made-to-order jewelry for Chicago-based designer Alicia Goodwin of Lingua Nigra. We're obsessing over these Jumping Through Extra Large Gold Plated Hoop Earrings [15] ($150).
Daniela Tabois
Didn't know you could buy your wedding dress on Etsy? Well, now you know, thanks to Daniela Tabois's shop that specializes in luxury bridal face masks, jumpsuits, and gowns, such as this Elena Sequin Lace Bridal Gown [16] ($3,000) that we're completely obsessed with!
Sustainable Maria
Styling her Upcycled Suspender Straps Denim Overalls [17] ($165), Milwaukee, WI-based Maria of Sustainable Maria dubs her vintage-focused Etsy shop as, "Conscious fashion for you to change the world in style."
Demestik
Considered a "universal lifestyle brand," Demestik offers one-of-a-kind, made-to-order womenswear (seen here on Tamron Hall [18]), along with Bowtie Sculpted Masks [19] ($60) that are sure to stand out.
Shop Ubuntu
Handmade and created by shop owner Joslyn Allen, with every sale, Shop Ubuntu sponsors five children at Gertrude's Orphanage in Port Au Prince, Haiti. "We met these children during a trip to Haiti in 2015 and they completely stole our hearts. We started by sponsoring one child, Wilica, and as the company grew, so did our ability to sponsor more children." *Adds White and Gold Statement Chandelier Resin Earrings [20] ($28) to cart and checks out.*