Slay At A Social Distance With These Black-Owned Luxury Bag Brands

I’m here to put you on game with 8 luxury bag brands that will inspire you to never step foot in a Gucci store again.

Mandatory protective gear has indefinitely interrupted my regularly scheduled face beat and I’ve had to find new ways to elevate my look.

Spending my days rocking a mask full of makeup residue was beginning to upset me and my homegirls and I’ve since been finding new ways to serve looks in my local grocery store. From amping my accessories to leveling up my lashes, I’m doing everything I can to slay at social distance and these Black-owned designer brands just gave me 8 more ways to do exactly that.

AGNES BADDOO

Telfar Global

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RICH MNISI

Brother Vellies

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LAURUS

Love Cortnie Handbags

MWR Collection

Yvonne Koné

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BOOKS TO READ DURING QUARANTINE

Looking to take a breather from Netflix and dive into a new book? Today the Hello Beauty team is sharing the reads we recommend adding to your quarantine activity list. We all need a little escape right now, whether it’s through a feel-good playlist or a new paperback—it’s the self-care rituals we incorporate in our daily routines that matter most for our mental health during this time. Sink into the books that caught our attention during the current pandemic, and let us know what you’re reading in the comments on Instagram.

Quick Background: Hogoè Elimiera has become our favorite person to follow and to read! Hogoè Elimiera is a BLACK FEMALE author and a model. Hogoè Elimiera is a college student and is from Lomé, Togo. Below are her amazing books where you can purchase from Amazon.

Painfully Numb Paperback ($8.78)

by Hogoè Elimiera (Author)

I’m dark-skinned before I am black.” Paperback ($6.90)

by Hogoè Elimiera (Author)

Rose Scented Scars Paperback ($8.03)

by Hogoè Elimiera (Author)

logically Depressed Paperback ($8.34)

by Hogoe Elimiera (Author)

Hey, lost child Paperback ($8.59)

by Hogoe Elimiera (Author)

Dear Me, Thank You For Existing Paperback ($5.38)

by Hogoè Elimiera (Author)

Dear Future Kids Paperback

by Hogoe kpessou (Author)

To my one-sided flutters Paperback ($6.00)

by Hogoè Elimiera (Author)

Too me to be human, Too human to be me Paperback

by Hogoe Elimiera (Author)

Check Hogoe Elimiera Instagram out and let us know in the comments what other book recommendations we should read next! Thank you for reading and welcome to the family xx.

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BABES AND FELINE Stylish SUMMER Breeze WEAR

If you like being comfortable and chic, then stylish maxi dresses and bodysuits are right up your alley! They’re the perfect alternative for your quarantine loungewear looks and offer the same level of cozy comfort. We love that you can switch them up with bold patterns, bright colors, or neutrals. Plus, this easy, playful summer look can be styled seamlessly with with flats or heels for day and nighttime.

@BABESANDFELINE

BRONZE LEISURE Lounge Curvy Maxi (fits plus), $70

CAPRI Black RazorBack Bodysuit, $30

Lounge Maxi Charcoal (fits up to Plus), $38

Plus Cotton Feline Bodysuit (Black), $45

Plus Cotton Feline Bodysuit (Mauve), $45

Plus Cotton Sleeveless Bodysuit (Black), $42

The PERFECT PINK Wifey Shaping Maxi 3, $75

The Wifey Shaping Midi Money Green, $70

The Black Wifey Shaping Maxi LBD 3, $75

The Revamped Wifey Shaping Mini LBD 1, $65

LEISURE Effortless Lightweight Top (fits plus), $45

The MOCHA Wifey Shaping MIDI 2, $70

Ciera Rogers is a BLACK FEMALE fashion designer and Instagram sensation who founded the clothing line Babes and Felines. Her personal Instagram account has more than 2.4 million followers. This Brand is for all shapes and sizes. Babes and Feline is effortless, comfy and sexy! It is okay to support POSITIVE BLACK BUSINESSES, just like how you would support other brands without any hesitation. Thank you for reading!

WHAT OTHER BRANDS WOULD YOU WANT BEAUTYLEEBAR TO SHOP AND REVIEW? COMMENT BELOW POSITIVE BLACK BUSINESSES!

CANDLE SPOTLIGHT: 125COLLECTION

When it comes to decor, every element of your home’s design is a reflection of who you are. No matter if they’re big statement pieces like beds and sofas, or small ones like cabinet door fixtures and door stoppers, every item adds life and personality to your home.

Certain things will always be cherished as simple pleasures. One of those things is the feeling when you walk into a room and love the way it smells. Shouldn’t we feel that more often? I’m going to go ahead and say definitely. Candles are a simple way to brighten your most sacred space and fill it with delicious scents and positive vibes. 

Today, BeautyLeeBar has 125 Collection in the spotlight for a very good reason. 125 Collection is a Black-owned candle brand, not only Black-owned but 125 Collection is a FEMALE BLACK-OWNED brand! 125 Collection sells wonderful fragrance scented candles that display sweet, spicy, and spiritual quotes on each candle.

Quote candles by The 125 Collection are created to inspire, motivate and make you laugh. Made with a soy blend wax and a lead-free, cotton wick. Produced with premium fragrance oils created by a top perfumer in NYC. Proudly made in the USA. These candles set the mood. So not only does your space get to stay lit, but your support will help your fellow sister shine, and that’s the definition of #BlackGirlMagic.

ABOUT: The 125 Collection is an urban luxury candle brand that was created in Harlem and based in NYC that fuses fun, style, and individuality into its products. Founded by two friends in the beauty and fashion industries, they created this brand because they love candles but also because they wanted a product that encourages self-expression and self-love. Constantly inspired by NYC and pop culture, they created these candles to empower, inspire, and make you laugh. The 125 Collection name celebrates the legendary “125th Street” located in the heart of Harlem’s bustling community

Just FYI, each candle has a Fragrance profile that gives clear understandable description of the vibe that the candles will provide depending on which scent the consumer choices. Scroll down to find which 125 Collection are my faves:

Do No Harm
$35.00
¡Wepa!
$35.00

Fragrance profiles: 

Lavender & Sage: Cuddle up by the fire and retrieve into the comfort of soothing lavender & sage. Enveloping musk creates the perfect zen moment alone or with friends. 

Tobacco Flower & Vanilla: Indulgent, textural warmth, a woody gourmand expression that is frothy, creamy and elevated with tobacco & whipped vanilla balance with white woods. White musk & touches of coffee notes fueling an addictive, edgy sillage.

Spicy Blood Orange: A new freshness with unexpected warm, refreshing yet addicting, inspired by your favorite cocktail drink. A seasonless fragrance combines “fizzed” blood orange with a touch of spice balance with comforting warm notes of praline wood and vanilla.

Candle Specifics: Volume: 10.5 ounces Approximate burn time: 70 hours Candle Jar Dimension: 4.25 inches (tall) x 3.25 inches (diameter)

Do you have a scent you just can’t live without from a black owned brand? We’d love to know!