North Charlotte Today

Throughout Black History Month, opportunities to support Black-owned businesses and organizations in the Queen City have been highlighted. Instead of creating their own recommendations, local Black influencers were consulted for their suggestions on where to SHOP.

Vintage shop Be Your Own Person in South End was recommended by @thadailyspecial, who described the store as having "an impressive lineup of vintage and unique items" and the ability to create custom apparel.

@msfoodieclt recommended Curio, Craft & Conjure in NoDa, praising the boutique for its offering of various products and spiritual services provided by the intuitive owners Gina & Gianna.

Fast Design Furniture, a Target Liquidation Warehouse on Sweden Road, was endorsed by @lorriashly for its discounted prices on familiar Target brands like Threshold and Project 62.

The Hause Collective in Carolina Place Mall, a vintage store offering a variety of goods with a "retro" feel, was highlighted by @cltblackowned as a place to feel nostalgic and on-trend simultaneously.

Pretty Honest Candles, owned by Andrea, was praised by @thecharlitty for crafting soy candles with wonderful scents like Eucalyptus Spearmint and Honeysuckle Jasmine.

@shiondafarrell recommended Reptile Bae, a Black female-owned business that breeds and sells exotic snakes, offering them for sale and even for rent for photo shoots.

Sebree Brands, known for their homemade seasoning blends, rubs, and delectable sweets, was suggested by @missblackfoodie for their assortment of treats like Smoked Sea Salt Caramel and Margarita bars, as well as Birthday Cake and Banana Pudding cookies.

White Island Studio Co., owned by Whitney, was endorsed by @ashaeatsworld for their hand-poured soy blend candles that offer an uplifting and warming experience.

The article also mentioned The Brown Sugar Collab, a curated shopping experience offering natural products handcrafted by over 20 BIPOC women suppliers, as part of the Charlotte Business INClusion program.

As the Black History Month Recommendations series comes to a close, the article encouraged readers to support these businesses and mentioned that next week's feature will focus on services, entrepreneurs, and organizations in the community.