Summer solstice occurs on the longest day and shortest night of the year, which gives us just enough time to buy Black for the biggest event in our calendar. Today marks a new day to for us to walk into the new season with intention.

BLACK ENTERPRISE is pleased to share a decadent list of Black-owned brands that understand the assignment and are summer-ready. Offering a wide range of vibrant prints, colors, and textures, these Black-owned brands bring comfort, sweetness to our taste buds, and protection from the rain and the sun. Check them out!

Essentials

Hairbrella

Satin-Lined Rain Hat

The summer season has its occasional rain spells. Be prepared with the world’s first satin-lined rain hat guaranteed to keep your hair dry and your style protected no matter the forecast. Born out of necessity, Hairbrella offers waterproof and UV- protective classic and light rain hats and detachable face shields. Founder and inventor Tracey Pickett is proud to witness her brand transform into a global community for kids and beyond.

Black Girl Sunscreen

The Little Mermaid Collection

This summer, the mermaid is you. Our melanin skin loves the sun, so make a splash with the signature formula Black Girl Sunscreen SPF 30 moisturizing lotion in cute Little Mermaid packaging. Whether you’re enjoying the view from land or by the sea, Make It Matte will give you clear SPF protection with no white cast.

Joe-Le Soap

All Natural Soaps & Body Butters

This Black-owned business creates all-natural products for the most sensitive

skin. Owner Levon Handsome avoids all irritants and fillers to cater to people struggling with skin cancer, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, eczema, and alopecia. If you want to feel fresh and glowing all summer long, treat yourself to Joe Le-Soap’s 100% natural, plant-based, and eczema-friendly artisanal soaps, sugar scrubs, body and hair butters, and lip conditioners. They also make beautiful summer gifts.

Swimwear

Kitty and Vibe

Criss Cross Backless One-Piece

Soak up the sun in Kitty and Vibe’s Criss Cross Backless One-Piece, the ultimate supportive and comfy vacation-ready swimsuit. Feel the warm breeze on your open back with crossed shoulder straps. The one-piece features built-in bra support, removable bra pads, and medium booty coverage. Tennis star Sloane Stephens was an investor and creative designer for this project and designed her two-part collection to reflect her personality and style through versatile swimsuits and cover-ups for the girl on the go.

 

D’Ianyu

Blue Raspberry Adire Wear

Yum: D’Ianyu’s prints this season include the Blue Raspberry Adire and the Mint Purple Kente. Take your pick from all of the company’s bold African-inspired clothing to brighten your vibe and your summer wardrobe. Brother-sister design team Dara and Addife Ajayi work tirelessly to support the culture that inspires them, expanding their manufacturing in Africa and continuing to build stronger ties to the community.

 

Treats N Tings

Creamalicious

Artisan Ice Cream

Creamalicious is one of the only Black-owned national ice cream brands out there. Indulge in truly innovative two-in-one desserts that pair freshly baked pastries

with homemade ice cream made with only the freshest ingredients. Chef Liz Rogers offers award-winning flavors such as Aunt Poonie’s Caramel Pound Cake, Slap Yo Mamma Banana Pudding, Right as Rain Red Velvet Cheesecake, Thick as Thieves Pecan Pie, Porch Light Peach Cobbler, Grandma Gigi Sweet Potato Pie, and Uncle Charles Brown Suga Bourbon Cake.

 

Entertainment

Tabitha Brown’s Limited-Edition Outdoor Entertaining Collection

Tabitha Brown has been summer-ready since before Mother’s Day: In collaboration with Target, she dropped a limited-edition outdoor entertainment collection featuring all her outdoor favorites, including furniture, decor, cooking, dining, pool, and beach essentials, and games. Whether you’re having a BBQ or a beach day, pick yourself up the Grilling Tool Set with Fabric Sleeve and an outdoor lounge mat for ultimate relaxation.