11 Local Black-Owned Businesses in the DMV
I can’t believe Black History Month is coming to an end today! I have enjoyed hearing about the contributions of my people in American History this month. I also love the I’m continually learning about the excellence of Black people. As a local, small business owner I recognize the importance of supporting other local businesses. In honor of Black History Month & Women’s History Month next month, I’ve compiled a list of my top 11 Black-Owned Women Businesses in the DMV that I recommend you check out if you haven’t already.
PRISCA’s aim is to custom make Afrocentric wearable fashion for women, men and children according to your personality to fit your lifestyle.
We consider that the woman's body is beautiful in all its forms. You don't have to fit into a size chart to have the clothes you want. Which is why Custom fit tailoring in quality print fabrics like Batik, Adire, Kente, and Ankara in styles and details you prefer and desire are available for you from PRISCA. Your choices are unlimited.
And If you are the sort of person who is proud of your heritage, likes to make a statement, and loves to be the center of attention in a room; then you are in the PERFECT place!
BEAUTIFUL NAILS, REFRESHING LUXURY
Washington D.C.’s luxury eco-friendly nail salon East of the River.
We’ve created an inviting and luxurious space where you can indulge in modern conveniences. We use clean and safe products offering unparalleled service. We’ve even taken the guesswork out of choosing a technician. At Nailbed & Bar, you’ll receive the same level of service from all of our trained professionals.
Unparalleled partners with renters, homeowners and business owners who are looking to add functionality, style and new energy to their spaces. As a team, we lead each project with our appreciation for people and end with our passion for beautiful design.
Ethiocraft is a black woman-owned and operated e-commerce and Etsy shop.
Created by Washington DC resident Milena Girma, Ethiocraft offers unique, hand-crafted, vintage adornments from Africa and The Middle East.
We consciously create and curate jewelry designed to uplift your spirit.
Ethiocraft currently sources 80% of our craft supplies from locally owned and indigenous suppliers around the world:
Bespoke Beauty Solutions
Sorelle Jones-Cooper is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and owner for Bespoke Beauty Solutions, a service provision, medical aesthetics training and consulting firm. Sorelle specializes in dozens of injection techniques aimed at enhancing and restoring the features of the face and body in a “spectacularly natural” way. A major focus of Bespoke Beauty Solutions (BBS) is to engage and promote the exploration, understanding and acceptance of medical aesthetic procedures in the African American community, where they have historically been stigmatized. Sorelle understands that through customized treatments, performed by highly skilled and responsible professionals, recipients may experience a better quality of life, fueled by greater confidence and social interaction.
My name is Crystale, and I am honored to be your studio funtographer!
I provide crisp, clean, fun, and modern photoshoots!
Specializing in headshots, brand images, and content creation!
I'm a social entrepreneur who's traveled more than half the world to 100+ countries. I curate life changing experiences for Black women and girls and impact thousands of people across the globe through purpose driven travel.
Jelani Women Travel is the ultimate Africa travel experience for Black women! This is our sacred space to have fun, connect to our ancestral homeland, and explore without having to plan a thing. To sprinkle more #BlackGirlMagic on top, we support Black girls at the same time. When women sign up for an epic vacation with a purpose, underserved teen girls have an opportunity to participate in the Jelani Girls cultural enrichment program, culminating in their very own Africa travel experience.
Beaded Souls is a unique shop of handmade bead work from Africa, offering quality products and exceptional customer service. We’re a business made up of designers who want to bring beauty to the world, with the drive to constantly offer new designs and an evolving shopping experience.
Beaded Souls is the manifestation of years of collaboration and spiritual inspiration between us - mother and daughter. We relish in the dichotomy of two generations, modern versus traditional African aesthetics and healthy creative debate. We take responsibility for the fair and sustainable production of our goods so that we are also uplifting the societies and communities where our goods are produced.
Our mother-daughter duo is powerful, yet humble and we hope to take you on this journey with us through The Beaded Life.
Creative Grounds DC is more than just coffee and art. It is a community space where people of all backgrounds and ages can connect, create and learn. Located in the Bloomingdale neighborhood of Washington, D.C., Creative Grounds DC aspires to provide a welcoming environment for teaching, producing and showcasing art while serving ethically sourced coffee and good eats.
It is a creative space for art and events and a tranquil space for writing, reading or conversation. Here, at Creative Grounds DC, you are invited to participate in a class or workshop, attend or host events or spend the afternoon sipping coffee. We are passionate about the mission of the business and value our customers, our artists and our vendors. Today and always, we aim to make you feel comfortable and inspired.
Introducing Soulful Comforts-A Textile Company. Soulful Comforts creates artful hand-made pieces that add warmth and love to our lives: quilted blankets, fiber wall art, pillows and other home goods. Each piece is infused with that mojo- the spirit and magic that radiates from people who have survived and elevated with style and class. When you wrap yourself in our quilts, you feel that mojo and hear the whispers of the ancestors. When you study the curve and line in the patterns you feel you are participant in an ancient tradition. Our quilts are heirloom quality and made to be enjoyed for generations.
Founder, Shaniece James, creates soulful pieces in hopes that they provide beauty and comfort to folks’ lives.
An Award-Winning VeganSoul Bistro. The Land of Kush is the ultimate vegan soul food experience! We are VeganSoul! Since 2011, we’ve been Baltimore’s premier vegan restaurant – serving the likes of Stevie Wonder, Angela Davis, and many others. Celebrate a new way of life! Let us inspire you to feed your spirit. Experience great food and a healthier way of living.
