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If you were reading MadameNoire, earlier this year, you might have heard about our Uptown Underground Market. The brainchild of Andrea Reed in collaboration with myself and my sister we launched a market that was dedicated on empowering Black women artisans, creatives, and entrepreneurs. And while anybody with their own business will tell you that there is very little that comes easy, I know all three of us feel very proud to be able to support women like us: Black women who are trying to hustle for themselves. It's a beautiful thing. So as our first market was coming to an end, we were already making plans for the next one. And that next one is taking place this Saturday, June 10 in Harlem, New York.
In addition to just shopping, this month we're extending an opportunity for our customers to give back as well. We've partnered with For Girls By Girls NYC, an organization that seeks to provide access to sanitary products for homeless girls. FGBG is asking that customers bring either monetary donations or sanitary products for these young ladies.
The information is included in the flyer above, but check out the vendors who will be selling their wares this time around. For those of you who don't live in New York, the name of each business is linked to their websites where you can order online.
127 East
127|East is new to the market this month. The nourishing ingredients in their lip-wear products promise to moisturize and rejuvenate your lips while also delivering exceptional color, brilliant shine and long lasting wear.AndAndNyc
A New Day, A New Dawn NYC jewelry is handcrafted with love in the Bronx. Each style is designed and made by Andrea using the carefully sourced fair trade beads and other findings from around the world.Ayana Mack
This visual artist and graphic designer has been surrounded by art her entire life. And she didn't fight it. She embraced and consumed it and now spends her days painting, illustrating and creating African inspired artwork, t-shirts, greeting cards and wood prints. https://www.instagram.com/p/BEbvGqBpNfz/Beazy Handmade
Therapy in the form of bookmaking. Beazy Handmade, a shop specializing in journals, planners and book covers, was birthed from the owner’s love of these items and the special relationship she shared with her mother who kept journals to house her drawings and doodles.Dimension x Boutique
Dimension X Boutique bridges the gap between science, spirituality and fashion. All products, whether it’s jewelry, clothing or home decor, are designed to elevate your spiritual awareness, promote positive relationships and increase vibrational energies. https://www.instagram.com/p/BUtvzj-Df2w/?taken-by=eastmarquetteEast Marquette
East Marquette likes to think of their products as "A love letter to culture written by creatively designed t-shirts, totes, and hats."Gillian Alex, Tuesday at Three
From the Bay Area, she was already a city girl before moving to NYC. Realizing every girl needs a moment to herself, Gillian launched GirlsTimeOutBlog in 2011. When the comments section became longer than the posts, she knew she was on to something. "Tuesday at Three" is her first book, but won’t be her last.ImaniLia
IIMANILIA is a full service fashion business that gives women & men the Royal Experience. At IMANILIA we cater to women’s event/evening wear; cocktail attire and accessory needs as well as her lifestyle needs and event wear wants. We specialize in merging Class, Glamour, Edginess, and the Regal Feeling that comes with being Royalty to EVERY client.Oboralux
OboraLux was born out of our love for travel and captivation with all things African, Asian and Middle Eastern. Our eclectic treasures are inspired by the vibrant and rich traditions of these diverse cultures. We source handcrafted pieces for the modern traveler and her home.RazzyBerry Pearl
Razzberry Pearl is an all-natural body product company for Men / Women featuring natural and organic ingredients.Sweet Dames
Sweet Dames Artisan Confections ™ offers a gorgeous variety of gourmet Coconut Macaroons and CocoMallow Sandwiches that are the most deliciously surprising taste of decadence. These wonderfully sweet coconut cookies are addictive! Taste the mouthwatering flavors, crispy exterior and soft chewy center. Simply best-in-class!Vanessa Rae Wells
Vanessa Rae Wells is a designer in New York City working in event and graphic design. She is passionate about beautifully executing cultural content that uplifts and celebrates the Black community.Veronica Wells, Bettah Days
I'll have a lot going on at my table this time around. But it's all centered around telling Black women's stories. So in addition to selling my debut novel, Bettah Days, I'll also be selling #EnjoyYourVagina t-shirts to coincide with the series of stories women are sharing on my newly launched site NoSugarNoCreamMag.com.Zenistry Candles
Every candle from Zenistry is hand poured with all-natural palm wax and a cotton wick. Our fragrances are carefully selected to create the most calming environment wherever you are. If you're in NYC and want to attend the market, be sure to RSVP here: uptownundergroundmarket.splashthat.com. Everyone else, we'll see you online!The post Buy Black & Support Women At The Uptown Underground Market This Saturday appeared first on MadameNoire.