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Center the Culture Holiday Shopping Guide
At The Center, we’re committed to economic justice. We aim to strengthen the personal economies of LGBTQ+ people most impacted by inequity. This Small Business Saturday, we’re making it easier to support Black LGBTQ+ owned businesses so that you can make a difference while spreading holiday cheer.
In celebration of Small Business Saturday and in anticipation of our Center the Culture Black Holiday Market, we’ve compiled our first-ever holiday shopping guide! So take a look at this list of amazing vendors below and shop small and center the culture this holiday season.
Center Selects, The Black-owned brands we love
Baayfall Fashions
One-of-a-kind hats, unique african accessories, and art
After emigrating to the US from Senegal in 2013, Fallou launched Baayfall Fashion with $192 and a single vendor table, selling customized hats, original screen-printed t-shirts, and one-of-a-kind garments and accessories on 125th Street in Harlem.
Baayfall has unique coats and outerwear that are perfect for the cold winter seasons. Look stylish and stay warm and shop their limited edition winter collection.
Big Black Wic™
Gay and family owned candle company
When Elijah, founder of Big Black Wic, went on a date with his husband, he was mesmerized by the candle-making process. Sharing the same love for these accessories with his sister, Jessica, they decided to roll their sleeves up and start making their own iconic candles. Their candles are carefully crafted from wax to wick to vessel. Dancing flames, divine fragrances, and witty names perfectly describe the Big Black Wick™ candles.
Activist Eats
Delicious treats
Born from the desire to create more than just delicious treats, Activist Eats bakery is a catalyst for change. With each cookie and cake, we’re on a journey to advance the cause of Black communities in America. Every dollar spent reverberates in support, reaching disenfranchised communities, amplifying voices, and fostering empowerment. At the Holiday Market on 12/9, expect to feast on delicious treats from their brown butter chocolate chunk chip cookies, botanical pound cakes, and snickerdoodles.
On Small Business Saturday and every day, shopping small and supporting Black-owned LGBTQ+ businesses are great ways to build lasting connections in your community and showcase your support. Be sure to share this guide with your friends and family and join us on Saturday, December 9, at the Center the Culture Black Holiday Market to shop select brands in person.
