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02 Feb 2023

Shamrock Capital Raises $600M in New Fund

Los Angeles-based private equity firm Shamrock Capital raised $600 million in a new fund aimed at acquiring film, television, music, video games and sports rights, the company announced Thursday (Feb. 2).

Founded in 1978 as Roy E. Disney‘s family office, Shamrock now says it has $4.4 billion of total assets under management, including $2 billion in its content strategy, thanks to the close of this new fund, the Shamrock Capital Content Fund III.

Shamrock has become a powerful force in music catalog investment space, which continues to draw in deep-pocketed Wall Street investors, like Brookfield Asset Management.

Shamrock made headlines in 2020 when it bought Taylor Swift’s Big Machine catalog from Scooter Braun’s Ithaca Holdings. (Braun’s firm acquired the master recordings as part of its acquisition of Big Machine in 2019.) Last month, Shamrock bought a portion of Dr. Dre’s music income streams and some owned music assets alongside Universal Music Group. Its other investments include Stargate’s publishing catalog, the trade publication AdWeek and the fantasy sports platform FanDuel.

“We are truly grateful to our existing and new investors for their commitment to this fund and our strategy overall,” said Patrick Russo, partner at Shamrock. “The closing of SCCF III continues to build on our multi-product platform and long-term strategy of owning and financing premium content and media rights. Our track record of successfully investing in these sectors stands out and uniquely positions Shamrock to capitalize on the trends, changes, and opportunities across the global media and entertainment landscape.”

In 2021, Shamrock expanded into the lending space with a $196-million debt fund intended to loan money to intellectual property owners across music, film, TV, games and sports. Shamrock’s Capital Debt Opportunities Fund raised the money from both existing and new limited partners and is managed by Shamrock partners and other investment professionals, including pension funds, foundations and financial institutions.

02 Feb 2023

Lil Yachty “sAy sOMETHINg,” BlueFace & ChriseanRock “Dear Rock” & More | Daily Visuals 2.2.23

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Lil Yachty went from the face of the hated “mumble rap” era to being herald as one of the best rappers in the game thanks to his latest album, Let’s Start Here. With the buzz and praise that his latest LP has been garnering since it’s release last week, Yachty is striking while the iron’s hot and dropping off some visuals to accompany his latest project.

Linking up with directors Crowns & Owls for his video to “sAy sOMETHINg,” Lil Yachty finds himself dangerously falling in love with a young women to the point where he puts a gun to his head to tell her he loves her. Things just get wilder from there, b.

Continuing in the vein of the whole toxic love vibe, BlueFace and ChriseanRock get together for their clip to “Dear Rock” in which the domestic abusive lovers get married in a private ceremony consisting of close family and friends. We wouldn’t be surprised if things popped off during the reception knowing these two.

Check out the rest of today’s drops including work from Icewear Vezzo, Lance Skiiiwalker, and more.

LIL YACHTY – “SAY SOMETHING”



BLUEFACE FT. CHRISEANROCK – “DEAR ROCK”


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ICEWEAR VEZZO – “ROB WHO”



LANCE SKIIIWALKER – “BEANTOWN”



BOLDY JAMES & RICH GAINS FT. JAI IMANI – “ANOTHER BANDO”



KARI FAUX – “ME FIRST”



JORDAN WARD & RYAN TREY – “WHITE CROCS”



BKTHERULA – “TAN”



02 Feb 2023

Karol G Drops ‘X Si Volvemos’ With Romeo Santos: Stream It Here

Karol G has teamed up with Romeo Santos for her track “X Si Volvemos,” which dropped Thursday (Feb. 2). The sultry reggaeton bop finds the artists lamenting a failed relationship but leaving the door open because, “It didn’t work out, we gave it our all so we’re leaving but before we leave, let’s do it one last time. Our relationship didn’t work but we understand each other in bed,” they sing.

Karol had already recorded the song, produced by Ovy on the Drums, on her own and uploaded a teaser on TikTok. Then she thought Santos would be a good collaborator for this song and called to invite him, according to a statement. He then told her that he had heard the song on TikTok and had made a video with the audio to upload to his social media, which he shared earlier this week.

“X Si Volvemos” drops just a week after the Colombian star announced the title of her upcoming fourth studio album: Mañana Será Bonito. The set will drop “soon” according to the sweet announcement made Jan. 25.

“Finally, finally,” she wrote on social media. “Today I announce a project that I’ve dedicated so much love and time to. I just know that for me and for everyone else, Mañana Será Bonito (Tomorrow Will Be Pretty).”

In the sweet, short clip, Karol G appears sitting in a car in Medellín when a little note drops on the windshield that reads: “If you’re sad, call me.” When she dials, a kid answers and suggests she write a letter to Santa Claus, perform at a show, or even record her own version of the hit song “La Jeepeta.”

Mañana Será Bonito is the name of her highly anticipated fourth studio album. It will follow her 2021 Grammy-nominated KG0516, which scored Karol her first No. 1 on Billboard‘s Top Latin Albums. The set earned the biggest week for a Latin album by a woman since Shakira‘s 2017 El Dorado.

Most recently, the “Provenza” singer nabbed the No. 1 spot on Billboard‘s 2022 year-end Top Latin Artists – Female chart for a fourth consecutive year. She was also No. 2 on the overall Top Latin Artists chart – the only female act in the top 10. 

Listen to “X Si Volvemos” with Romeo Santos below:

02 Feb 2023

Demi Lovato, Sabrina Carpenter & Jimmie Allen Perform at NMPA & Billboard Grammy Week Showcase: Photos

Artists, music executives, songwriters and more descended on Los Angeles’ Nightingale Plaza on Wednesday night for the National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA) and Billboard Grammy Week Showcase.

Throughout the star-studded night, Demi Lovato, Sabrina Carpenter and Jimmie Allen each performed an intimate set, highlighting the work of a particular songwriter who helped each craft the sound of their latest studio set. Carpenter, the rising star behind Emails I Can’t Send, put a spotlight on Amy Allen, with whom she duetted on their co-written single “Vicious.”

Later in the evening, Allen performed a brand-new track titled “Small Town Anthem” as well as his 2022 hit “Down Home” before posing alongside Nashville powerhouse Liz Rose, who sits on the NMPA board of directors and was awarded song of the year during the party for co-writing “All Too Well” hand-in-hand with a certain superstar by the name of Taylor Swift back in 2012.

Lovato eventually closed out the musical festivities with back-to-back performances of “Feed” and “4 Ever 4 Me” from their 2022 album Holy Fvck — both of which were penned by Laura Veltz along with 11 more of the album’s 16 pop-punk-infused tracks.

Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason jr. and NMPA president David Israelite were both on hand for the soiree, as well as songwriters from Makia, Nija Charles and Alex Raphael to Amber Mark and Patty Smyth. Heading into the 2023 Grammys on Sunday, Charles, Veltz and Allen are all among the inaugural pack of nominees for the first-ever award for songwriter of the year, non-classical.

Check out Billboard‘s exclusive gallery of the NMPA and Billboard Grammy Week Showcase below.

02 Feb 2023

Alejandra Guzmán & Fey Talk Eternas Tour: ‘The Music Becomes Eternal When It‘s the Public’s’

Alejandra Guzmán and Fey are two of the biggest Latin pop icons of the ’90s. For decades, they have maintained a strong presence in Latin pop/rock with their timeless hits. So when the two Mexican powerhouse artists officially announced Thursday (Feb. 2) via an Instagram Live with Billboard that they would be joining forces on tour, fans lost their minds.

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“We are excited, happy to celebrate one more day of life and career,” Alejandra Guzman tells Billboard Latin’s social media manager Ingrid Fajardo. “The truth is that I am very thrilled about this day, to be able to invite everyone into our madness.”

“We are exploding in love, in emotion, in energy, and in music,” adds Fey. 

The two idols, who were thrilled to reveal the news live, also mentioned exclusively that they will be releasing a single together very soon, ahead of the tour that kicks off on May 4. “Since we were given the chance to be onstage together, we both know and are clear on who we are,” says Guzmán. “We started to write and flow, we already have two songs together!”

“Hits are eternal. The music becomes eternal when it becomes the public’s,” continues Guzmán, alluding to the name of the upcoming tour.

The “Eternamente Bella” and “Media Naranja” singers will kick off their stint in their native hometown at Arena CDMX; on June 23th they will follow up with a performance at Arena Monterrey in Northern Mexico. After these two homecoming shows, the divas of Mexican pop will announce more dates throughout Latin America. They will also embark on a US tour which will take place in September. 

Both women are forces to be reckoned with in Spanish-language pop. Establishing herself as a kitschy electro-pop artist with a buoyant dance flair, Fey rose to stardom with her earwormy eponymous debut in 1995 via Sony Music Mexico. With her breakout LP, she scored a handful of soon-to-be-timeless hits, such as “Gatos en el Balcón,” “La Noche Se Mueve,” and the everlasting “Media Naranja.” Her success kept building into the following decade, where she explored other Latin rhythms, like the pop-reggaetón kiss-off of “No Te Necesito.” To date, she has released a total of eight studio albums. On Sept. 25, 2020, the entertainer celebrated the 25th anniversary of her career with the English-language cut “The Perfect Song,” featuring Paul Oakenfold. 

Like the yang to Fey’s yin, in a way, the Mexican Queen of Hearts whipped up a storm with her electrifying pop/rock that was filled with revelry and rebellion with a tinge of seduction. Guzmán broke into the scene with her third album, Eternamente Bella (1990), and she continued to drop gems like Flor de Papel (1991) and Libre (1993) and well into the next decade. With over 30 million albums sold, the Latin Grammy winner is considered one of the most successful Mexican singers. 

Tickets for the Eternas Tour go on sale Feb. 8.

02 Feb 2023

Doja Cat Defends Britney Spears, Taylor Lautner Opens Up About Taylor Swift & More I Billboard News

Doja Cat defends Britney Spears, Taylor Lautner opens up about Taylor Swift’s famous VMA moment with Kanye West, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame 2023 nominees are released, we recap our Billboard’s Power 100 Party, tease our upcoming interview with Latto and more!

02 Feb 2023

TWICE to Release 12th Mini Album ‘Ready to Be’: Here’s When It Arrives

TWICE are gearing up to release a brand-new mini album, and they shared the details about its release on Thursday (Feb. 2). The K-pop girl group shared the news via their social media accounts, which revealed the forthcoming album is titled Ready to Be and will arrive Friday, March 10, at midnight ET/2 p.m. KT.

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Along with the album’s release date, the girl group shared a preview of what the album preorder will look like. There will be three covers for Ready to Be, three photo books and three CD types in black, pink and white, or tan and brown colorways. Each version of the record will come with a folded poster, a postcard, message card and photocard. Fans will also receive a second poster and a photocard set that correlates with the version of the album that they order. Pre-orders for Ready to Be will become available starting on Friday, Feb. 3.

Ready to Be marks the 12th mini album TWICE has released; the announcement of the project follows the release of the girl group’s second English single, “Moonlight Sunrise.” TWICE’s last mini-album, Between 1&2, was released in August; the set, which featured lead single “Talk That Talk,” spent a total of eight weeks on the Billboard 200 and peaked at No. 3 on the all-genre chart.

Before TWICE releases Ready to Be, the K-pop stars will be honored at Billboard‘s Women in Music event on March 1 with this year’s Breakthrough Award.

See TWICE’s album announcements below.

02 Feb 2023

How the 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Nominees’ Sales & Streams Stack Up

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is filled with hundreds of artists that combine commercial success with cultural influence: The Beatles (class of 1988), U2 (class of 2005), Blondie (class of 2006), The Who (class of 1990), Stevie Wonder (class of 1989), Bob Dylan (class of 1988) and Whitney Houston (class of 2020) represent dozens of No. 1 records, platinum records and Grammy Awards (and one Nobel Prize in literature).

Sometimes, as with Parliament-Funkadelic (class of 1997), importance can also be measured by the number of times their songs were sampled in hit songs. In other instances, such as the Grateful Dead (class of 1994), inclusion of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame comes from an unmatched touring legacy more than a relatively modest sales history (In The Dark reached No. 6 on the Billboard 200 chart in 1987).

But influence alone might not be enough. In 2022, voters opted not to induct proto-punk groups New York Dolls and MC5, pioneering Afro-funk musician Fela Kuti and new wave group Devo (whose track “Whip It” reached No. 14 on the Hot 100 in 1980). They even passed on Beck, whose 180,000 album equivalents units far surpassed both Pat Benetar and The Eurythmics, although his airplay audience was far lower.

Influence can trump commercial success in determining who voters induct, however. The Ramones (class of 2002) and Velvet Underground (class of 1996) had little commercial success when active. Even as their fame grew over the decades, neither band’s catalog sales matched their significant cultural importance. The Hall has purposefully set aside space to recognize the genre’s foundational musicians. Blues greats such as Robert Johnson (class of 1986), Lead Belly (class of 1988), Howlin’ Wolf (class of 1991) and Elmore James (class of 1992) were inducted as “early influences” for their incalculable impact on rock music, not their album sales figures.

None of this year’s nominees have 2022 consumption numbers nearly as low as MC5 (8,000), New York Dolls (7,000) and Kuti (37,000) had in 2021. Warren Zevon is the at the bottom of the group with 66,000 units. Last year, Carly Simon‘s 91,000 units was the lowest of the inductees.

Kate Bush, also passed over for induction in 2022, could have better odds this year after her 1985 recording “Running Up That Hill” re-entered the Hot 100 — peaking at No. 3 — thanks to the Netflix series Stranger Things. Last year, that renewed interest pushed Bush’s album equivalent up 326% and her U.S. radio audience up more than 5,400%, according to Luminate.

Returning nominees Rage Against the Machine and A Tribe Called Quest have some of the highest consumption figures of this year’s batch. Both groups had about the same number of equivalent units in 2021 and 2022. Soundgarden‘s 218,000 album equivalent units are in the middle of the pack but could be helped by its airplay audience that ranked second only to Bush.

02 Feb 2023

Bizarrap & Shakira Rule Argentina Hot 100 Chart for a Second Week

Bizarrap and Shakira‘s “BZRP Music Sessions, Vol. 53” adds a second week at No. 1 on the Billboard Argentina Hot 100 chart (dated Jan. 28). It’s the fourth “Music Session” by the Argentinian producer to rule the ranking for at least two weeks, leading with the eight-week champ “BZRP Music Sessions, Vol. 52,” with Quevedo in 2022.

Luck Ra’s“Ya No Vuelvas,” featuring La K’Onga and Ke Personajes, holds steady at No. 2 for s third week. While Miley Cyrus secures her first top 10 as “Flowers” lifts 11-3. She bests her previous No. 40 high with “Midnight Sky” in 2020.

Cris Mj, Duki and Nicki Nicole’ “Marisola,” featuring Standly, drops 3-4; while TINI, La Joaqui and Steve Aoki’s “Muñecas” remains at its No. 5 high for a second week.

Elsewhere, Miranda!’s “Yo Te Diré,” with Lali, takes the Hot Shot Debut of the week, at No. 26. Previously the group scored a No. 40 high with “Don” last November.

Further, Bizarrap Duki, La T y La M’s “3 Estrellas en el Conjunto” notches the Greatest Gainer honors with a 26-position ascent, (100-71).

Lastly, three more songs debut this week, starting with Argentinian Lil Cake who scores his first entry as “Mercho,” with Migrantes, debuts at No. 78. Argentinian rapper Milo J clocks his firs chart appearance with “Milagrosa” at No. 92, while Quevedo and Ovy On The Drums secure a new entry with their latest collab “Sin Señal” at No. 98.

02 Feb 2023

22 Black-Owned Fashion & Beauty Brands You Should Know About

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Black-owned businesses surged since the pandemic, but it hasn’t always been easy staying afloat. In an effort to showcase some of the many Black-owned companies that you might not be familiar with and some you may already know, we collected a list of more than a dozen fashion and beauty brands to support, now and forever. Black History Month is the perfect time to spotlight these Black-owned brands that you can shop all year long.

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See below for our list of Black-owned beauty and clothing lines.

Mielle Organics

Mielle Organics is a name that you may have already seen around the web, especially after the bestselling Rosemary Mint Scalp Hair Strengthening Oil went viral last month. Founded by Monique Rodriguez in 2014, the health-conscious brand of shampoos, conditioners, hair oils, vitamins and other products have been promoted by reality stars and social media influencers alike.

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Mielle Organics Rosemary Mint Scalp & Hair Strengthening Oil With Biotin & Essential Oils

$8.99 $9.99 10% OFF

Mielle Organics carries dozens of products that you can find at Sally Beauty, Amazon, CVS, Target and other major retailers. Aside from the Rosemary Mint Oil, Mielle has an entire Rosemary Mint Collection which includes moisturizer and sealing cream in addition to the other collection such as mango & tulsi, pomegranate & honey, oats & honey, rice water, sea moss and more. Looking for a deal? Shoppers can save 40% off haircare bundles inspired by the character from the Prime Video series, Harlem.

Mented Cosmetics

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Mented Cosmetics Complexion Bundle

$52 $65

A conversation about not being able to find the perfect lipstick shade sparked the idea that became Mented Cosmetics. Amanda E. Johnson and KJ Miller created the company because “every woman should be able to find herself in the world of beauty no matter her skin tone.” Made for your lips, face and skin, the Mented product lineup includes lipsticks (matte and liquid), concealer, blush, eyeshadow, foundation, eyeliner, lip liner, makeup brushes and more. The products are vegan, paraben free, cruelty free, dermatologically tested and available at Ulta Beauty, Amazon and MentedCosmetics.com.

Eden Body Works

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EDEN BodyWorks Lavender Aloe Anti-Breakage Deep Conditioner & Moisturizing Cowash Bundle

$17.46 $19.40

Like a lot of great ideas, EDEN BodyWorks was also born from necessity. Created in 2004 by Jasmine Lawrence, the brand offers body and hair care products made from clean, cruelty-free ingredients at an affordable price (everything in the line retails for less than $10-$12). One of EDEN’s top-reviewed products is the Coconut Shea Cleansing Co-wash, which is designed to remove buildup, along with restore, moisturize and detangle hair. You can purchase EDEN BodyWorks products at Target, Amazon, Sally Beauty and at EdenBodyWorks.com.

Unsun Cosmetics

Macy’s

Unsun Mineral Tinted Face Sunscreen

$29

Unsun Cosmetics grew out of a lack of sunscreen options for people of color. Founded in 2016 by Katonya Breaux (Frank Ocean’s mother), the company offers tinted sunscreens, body lotions, highlighters, body butters and more. You can purchase Unsun products at various retailers including Macy’s, Amazon, Nordstrom and UnsunCosmetics.com.

Black Girl Sunscreen

Ulta Beauty

Black Girl Sunscree Make It Glow SP30 Sunscreen

$14.99

Speaking of sun protection, Black Girl Sunscreen is another great option. The sunscreen is available as a lotion or spray and in stores and online at Target, Ulta Beauty and BlackGirlsSunscreen.com.

Bevel

Beards need love too! Bevel’s Beard Grooming Kit for Men comes with beard oil, conditioner, 2-in-1 beard balm and pomade.

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Mens Beard Grooming Kit by Bevel – Includes Beard Softener, Beard Balm, and Beard Oil to Soften, Hydrate, and Soothe

$59.99 $64.99 8% OFF

The company was founded by Tristan Walker to help customers embark on a positive beard journey. Bevel products have been clinically tested to help prevent clogged pores and skin irritation and are available at major retailers such as Amazon in addition to the Bevel website.

Pattern Beauty

Curl power! Emmy-nominated actress Tracee Ellis Ross launched Pattern Beauty because she wanted to “create a line of products that gave our hair the support it needed to be true to itself.” The brand carries shampoos, conditioners, hair masks, styling creams, hair tools and accessories including an edge tool, combs and the new Pattern Beauty blow dryer, which is “designed for curlies, coilies and tight-textures.”

Pattern Beauty

Pattern Beauty Blow Dryer

$189

This sleek and stylish blow dryer includes four unique attachments to help shape, stretch, smooth, and define your hair and is equipped with a powerful AC motor that reduces dry time and an ion generator to smooth the hair cuticle.

TPH by Taraji

Healthy hair starts at the scalp. Having spent years on movie set, photo shoots and red carpets wearing different hairstyles –- some of which damaged her hair — Taraji P. Henson took matters into her own hands.  

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TPH by Taraji Make It Rain Hydrating Deep Conditioner

$9.97

The Oscar-nominated actress began mixing her own hair concoctions over a decade ago and in 2020, she decided to let the world in on some of those haircare secrets with the launch of TPH by Taraji. “I was having issues keeping my scalp and hair clean,” said Henson. “There was nothing on the market that was servicing my needs, so I concocted something in the bathroom with an applicator and I perfected it with TPH,” Henson told Women’s Wear Daily in 2020.  

The line takes a “scalp-first” approach to hair car offering including gental but hydrating conditioners, cleansers, clarifying shampoos, hair milk and style defining gel. TPH by Taraji is available at Target, Walmart and Amazon and will be relaunching this year according to a statement on the brand’s website.

Sienna Naturals

Co-founded by Hannah Diop and Issa Rae, Sienna Naturals is a hair care brand for textured hair that features shampoos and conditioners free of harsh sulfates, parabens, silicones, artificial fragrances, dyes and other chemicals.

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Issa Rae’s Wash Day Ritual

$82 $92

One of the brand’s best sellers is The Issa Wash Day Ritual bundle (pictured), which comes with H.A.P.I. Shampoo, a Plant Power deep hydrating treatment mask, Dew Magic leave-in conditioner and Lock & Seal sealant.

The Nina Parker Collection

Founded by TV host and content creator, Nina Parker, the Nina Parker Collection is sold exclusively at Macy’s and features an array of affordably-priced styles ranging from sizes 0X-4X.

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The Nina Parker Collection Plus Size Faux Wrap Dress

$59.40 $99 40% off% OFF

A show-stopping, plus-size fashion line filled with trendy, comfortable and fashionable finds like the faux wrap dress pictured above and these pleather leggings with a cropped blazer, Parker’s collection aims to help you confidently embrace your curves while expressing your personal style. The line also carries bodycon dresses, tops, dusters, wide-leg pants, jeans, pencil skirts and more.

Fear of God

This luxury streetwear brand founded in Los Angeles in 2013 by designer Jerry Lorenzo. Fear of God offers a “distinct interpretation of American expression” by way of a collection of timeless pieces which includes outerwear, knitwear, tops, bottoms, suits, loungewear, footwear and accessories. This celeb-loved brand has been worn by Dwayne Wade, Justin Bieber, Michael B. Jordan, Selena Gomez, Queen Latifah, the late Virgil Abloh and more.

Pac Sun

Essentials Fear of God Off Black Coach Jacket

$170

The more affordable sister brand, Essentials Fear of God is nearly sold out at Pac Sun but there are still pieces in stock like the black coach jacket above. The Essentials collection includes sweatshirts, tees, shorts and pants.

Re Ona

Founded by sisters Christina and Philiscia Abayomi, this ready-to-wear label believes that clothing should be “effortless minimal and comfortable.”

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Re Ona Halterneck Dress

$122 $135

Re Ona carries a selection of transitional and structural, ethically-produced tank tops, shirts, bodysuits and dresses like the halterneck design pictured. Purchase via ReOna.ca and Revolve.

Pashko

Fashion for a good cause! Founded by Patrick Robinson, Pashko is a clothing brand that focusses on combatting the impact of racial and social inequality in the United States by bringing jobs to underserved communities.

Pashko

Pashko Tech Trousers

$188

The brand carries tank tops, shirts, pants, blazers, jackets and more via the Pashko website. Some of the best sellers include the Impecabbly Cut Tech-Trousers ($188) pictured above and the Slim-Fit Tapered Stretch Track Pants ($168).

Victor Glemaud

New York born, Haitian-American designer Victor Glemaud launched his collection of statement knitwear in 2006. Glemaud’s fashionable, figure-hugging designs include the long-sleeve, cutout dress pictured below.

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Victor Glemaud Boat Neck Long Sleeve Dress with Side Cut Outs

$525

Prior to launching his own label, Glemaud worked for Paco Rebanne and Tommy Hilfiger. Victor Glemaud clothing is available at Revolve and Glemaud.com.

Anima Iris

A high fashion brand founded by Wilglory Tanjong, Anima Iris carries a piece of Africa in every design. After graduating college Tanjong, who was born in Cameroon and raised in the U.S., spent months traveling around the Motherland exploring African cities like Nairobi, Dakar, Marrakech and Accra.

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Baby ZURI, Ariel

$425.00

The brand’s collection of gorgeous bags are handcrafted in Dakar, Senegal, and manufactured with a “zero-waste philosophy” in mind as materials are sourced in limited quantities. The Baby Zuri ($425) handbag above is a mini version of the traditional Zuri bag ($910) and available in four different colors.

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Love Vera

Rihanna’s Savage x Fenty might be the biggest Black-owned lingerie company, but it’s certainly not the only one. Meet Love Vera, a Black-owned lingerie brand that’s “raising the bar for representation and inclusivity.”

Love, Vera

Love, Vera Appliqué 3 Piece Garter Set Black

$97

Founded by Vera Moore, the brand carries bras, panties, bustiers, garters and more in sizes ranging from small to 4X.

Jessica Rich

Jessica Rich made PVC pumps into a fashion movement. Chloe Bailey, Saweetie, Lil Kim, Cardi B, Jennifer Hudson and Keke Palmer are just some of the celebs who have been snapped in her stylish shoes.

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Jessica Rich Monaco Ankle Strap Sandal

$162.50 $250 35% off% OFF

The shoe designer, fashion expert and former host (who’s also the great-niece of Patti LaBelle) made PVC her signature, but the line also has mesh pumps, sandals, mules and platforms in varying styles and designs.

D. Bleu Dazzled

A little sparkle never hurts! Founded by Destiny Bleu, this dazzling line landed on the map for its selection of crystallized fishnets pictured and thigh highs — featuring phrases like “F–k You,” “Keep Your Distance” and “Look But Don’t Touch.”

Etsy

D. Bleu Dazzled Crystallized Black Fishnet Tights

$75

Beyoncé, Shania Twain and Lady Gaga are a few stars who have worn D. Bleu Dazzled creations, which includes a selection of bejeweled gloves, mesh skirts, hoodies, joggers, sports bras, durags, lingerie and other bedazzled items available at DBleuDazzled.com and the D. Bleu Dazzled Etsy shop.

Buttah by Dorion Renaud

Buttah Skin is an organic animal- and cruelty-free unisex skincare line created for all shades of melanin skin. The brand, founded by actor Dorion Renaud, uses “proven-effective, good-for-your ingredients” which are made to target different skincare needs including dryness, discoloration, oiliness, and blemishes.

Buttah Skin

Buttah Skin Transforming Kit

$53.99

Did we mention that it’s Beyoncé approved? Buttah Skin is available in major retailers such as Amazon, Macy’s, Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s, and Ulta Beauty.

Design Essentials

From shampoo and conditioners to detanglers and scalp tonics, Design Essentials has just about anything that you might need to cleanse, condition, prep, style, train and maintain your hair.

Design Essentials

Design Essentials Kukui & Coconut Hydrating Leave-In Conditioner, 12oz

$12

This Black-owned, women-led hair care brand offers up a huge list of products with best-sellers like the Kukui & Coconut Hydrating Leave-In Conditioner ($12) featured above, and the Almond & Avocado Curl Enhancing Mousse ($16.99). Shop by texture, regimen, hair solution or by a specific collection to suit your hair needs. You can find the brand’s products at Ulta, JCPenny and DesignEssentials.com.

Foot Nanny

A collection designed for the sole. Gloria Williams launched Footnanny with her mother’s legacy of health and wellness in mind.

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Footnanny – Vegan Foot Cream Feet Massaging and Pre Pedicure Relaxing 100% Vegan & Cruelty Free

$46.95

The line of foot creams and butters in different scents, including lavender, lemon and peppermint as well as unscented options and gift sets available at Footnanny.com and Amazon.

We Dream in Colour

Founded by Jade Gedeon, We Dream in Colour has gorgeous, handmade earrings, necklaces and bracelets that will glam up any look.

Neiman Marcus

We Dream in Colour Little Laelia Earrings

$135

The dazzling design inspirations are inspired by Gedeon’s childhood in the Caribbean and her nomadic lifestyle.  Every piece is assembled by an all-women team and range in price from around $45 and up. We Dream in Colour is available at Neiman Marcus and through the brand’s website.