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.

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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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LIGHTWEIGHT ITEMS TO WEAR AT HOME DURING QUARANTINE

Comfort is king, especially during the quarantine. So ditch your summer linen suit sets and stiff blouses—this season is all about lightweight loungewear so chic, you can wear it to chill at home or for your daily walk around the block (and not feel completely disheveled if you run into neighbors).

SHOP OUR PICKS FROM MATE THE LABEL:

WHY SHOP AT MATE: MATE is a Clean Essentials brand made sustainably in Los Angeles with non-toxic, natural, and certified organic materials. Organic Cotton isn’t treated equally. That’s why MATE strictly sources GOTS Certified Organic Cotton, which stands for the Global Organic Textile Standard. It is globally recognized to be the highest standard, including environmental and social criteria. Mate cotton is grown in Maharashtra, India, and knitted in the United States.

MATE MISSION: ” Spread Love, Not Chemicals “ The fashion industry is dirty and we are here to clean it up. Did you know that there are over 8,000 synthetic chemicals used in clothing manufacturing? Many of these chemicals are known to be carcinogenic, endocrine-disrupting, and hazardous to our health. MATE is committed to using non-toxic, natural, and certified organic materials.

Mate’s goal is to offer Women everywhere a Clean product that is just as beautiful as it is sustainable. Mate is proud to be a female-founded company that is predominately operated by women! The founder is Kayti O’Connell Carr. What she has done so far is amazing and we here at BeautyLeeBar are happy to be a buyer.

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MATE THE LABEL BEST PART: Mate believes that what goes around comes around, literally. They are working hard behind the scenes to offer us the consumers the chance to return their goodies after use, so Mate can recycle them and (poof) turn them into new products. Cool, right?

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MATE THE LABEL take a holistic approach to sustainability and consider the full life-cycle of their clothing. Mate use non-toxic, natural and certified Organic materials that are easy on your skin and the environment. When you purchase from MATE, you are supporting a healthier and cleaner eco-system. Go you.

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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.

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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!

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How to Spice Up Your Wardrobe on a Budget

Cleaning out your closet is never a job that is on the top of your list but if it includes adding some more pieces as well or updating some of your old wardrobes, then it becomes a little less daunting. The whole “new year, new me” is a phrase that gets said but not done, however, here are some budget-friendly ways to spice up your wardrobe without breaking the bank.

Organize What You Have First

Sometimes all you need to do is organize what you have to get inspired to spring clean. It may seem like a lot to do, but pull everything out of your closet and give the closet itself a nice cleaning. After your cleaning, organize all your existing clothes and pack away your off-season clothes in a box in your attic. This will show you what items you have for the current season and what you need and don’t need. A good tip for organizing your wardrobe is to swap out old hangers and use velvet hangers. They free up space and make it so you can’t just grab clothes off the hanger and have to carefully choose what you are picking.





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DIY Your Old Clothes

If you don’t want to buy any new clothes but getting bored with your old clothes, get out the sewing machine and scissors and get to work. If you have a lot of old denim taking up some space, take a cheese grater and create distressed denim instead of tossing them out or spending more money.


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Throw Away Clothes that Don’t Fit

This is a big one to remember. We all have that one pair of jeans or little black dress that we store away for when we finally hit that goal and can wear it out in front of our crush to show them what they are missing. However, let’s be honest, it won’t happen as soon as you think and if you really do hit that goal, you should reward yourself with some new clothes! You can even save money on those items with the Kohl’s promo code and kickstart your hard work with some new threads!

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Jessica Neistadt
Jessica Neistadt

Haircut/Hair Color

A way to spice up your wardrobe that doesn’t even involve your clothes is to change up your hair. Getting a fresh cut can change your look entirely. You will freshen up your look without spending much money and feel as if you are worth $100 bucks.

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You can try some of these tips to spice up your wardrobe and save your money. Even look at your favorite celebrities and bloggers to get some fresh ideas that feature your current wardrobe and you will be on your way!

How Do You Spice Up Your Wardrobe on a Budget? Comment Below!