Black Joy Through Food: Bring Me Home A Plate
With the release of her debut cookbook, Evelyn Braxton wants the world to know that she is more than just the proud mother of the talented Braxton siblings.
How She’s Making It Work: Rebecca Allen
Shoe designer and entrepreneur Rebecca Allen shares how she’s carving her own path in fashion with her luxury footwear brand for women of color.
Get To Know: Yvonne Orji
Actress, author and comedian Yvonne Orji discusses new projects including Vacation Friends, her faith-led journey to success and how she’s embracing the beauty of individuality.
Meet The Black Female Makers Featured At Sweet July
To help celebrate National Black Business Month, the Sweet July team spoke to many of the Black female-owned businesses featured in our store and online. These inspiring women shared insights ranging from practicing individuality to learning from past challenges to the lasting legacy they’d like to leave.
Meet The Makers: Candice Cox of CanDid Art
Sweet July’s Meet The Makers series highlights amazing Black women-owned brands that are carried at our Oakland flagship store and e-commerce shop. Meet Candice Cox, whose bold Oakland-made childrenswear, jewelry, and lifestyle buys are sure to inspire you.
How She’s Making It Work: Shay Mitchell
Actress, model, and author Shay Mitchell lives a busy life that requires plenty of travel but, ironically, she could never find luggage that she liked. Tired of settling for mediocre solutions, she decided to take on a new venture as leather goods designer. Her line Béis features chic travel bags and storage solutions for jetsetters and busy moms on the go. Here, she talks the power of reinvention and why you should never be afraid to try something new.
Meet The Makers: Johanna Howard
Sweet July’s Meet The Makers series highlights amazing Black women-owned brands that are carried at our Oakland flagship store and e-commerce shop. Meet Johanna Howard, whose
Cozy, sustainable homeware was inspired by a trip to Martha’s Vineyard.
Meet The Makers: Chari Cuthbert of ByChari
Sweet July’s Meet The Makers series highlights amazing Black women-owned brands that are carried at our Oakland flagship store and e-commerce shop. Meet Chari Cuthbert, whose chic minimalist jewelry brand, ByChari features luxe accents for every occasion.
Cozy, sustainable homeware was inspired by a trip to Martha’s Vineyard.
Meet The Makers: Ashley Fouyolle of UNWRP
Sweet July’s Meet The Makers series highlights amazing Black women-owned brands that are carried at our Oakland flagship store and e-commerce shop. Meet Ashley Fouyolle, whose luxe wrapping paper, greeting cards and home goods brand UNWRP is sure to become your new go-to for any gifting needs.
How She’s Making It Work: Chef Tanya Holland
There are nearly 2.7 million Black women-owned businesses in the United States, making this one of the fastest-growing categories of business owners. To celebrate some of the amazing women who are contributing to this growth, we spoke with entrepreneurs from an area in Oakland area where Ayesha’s Sweet July flagship store is located. Endearingly dubbed The Block, the buzzy strip is known for its Black female-owned businesses. Here, Brown Sugar Kitchen owner Chef Tanya Holland shares how she got where she is, her best advice, and how she’s coped with the challenges of the last year.
Get to Know: Chef Kwame Onwuachi
Culinary groundbreaker Chef Kwame Onwuachi talks about celebrating heritage through cuisine, and what he’s learned about himself through building a career in the food industry.
How She’s Making It Work: Brittany Barnes
There are nearly 2.7 million Black women-owned businesses in the United States, making this one of the fastest-growing categories of business owners. To celebrate some of the amazing women who are contributing to this growth, we spoke with entrepreneurs from an area in Oakland area where Ayesha’s Sweet July flagship store is located. Endearingly dubbed The Block, the buzzy strip is known for its Black female-owned businesses. Here, GoodBody owner Brittany Barnes shares how she got where she is, her best advice, and how she’s coped with the challenges of the last year.