SPOTLIGHT ON OTHER BLACK ARTFORMS
ANBOUDOU
Anboudou is a company specializing in the manufacture of handcrafted accessories such as: sandals, jewelry, handbags and others.mOur accessories are 100% handmade, with pearls, leather, horns, fabrics etc. Our mission is to promote Haitian artisanal products on the international market.
DESIGN2SHINE
Design2shine is a company that makes organic massage care candles to feel aligned and well in your body, soul and spirit made from soy wax and shea butter. Once the wax has melted, it can be applied as a massage oil. 100% natural and vegan products!
Design2Shine wants to highlight the richness of Caribbean and African products through massage candles thus allowing a return to African roots with effective care rituals. Several collections are offered to discover essential oils and their virtues on the body and mental health.
ELAVIDJO
Elavidjo is a handmade natural products company in Quebec. We use the diversity and medicinal properties of plants as well as the precision of science to offer you the well-being of body, soul and spirit. Elavidjo takes care of you naturally.
KISSELE ART
EA Self-taught artist and freelancer who is passionate about painting and drawing. Her creations reflect a dynamic Afro-urban universe in an abstract style. With a colorful blend of African and occidental inspirations, Kissele art products will naturally fit well in your space and enhance your daily essentials. – Art is a living beauty. Kissele
MEYA BEAUTY
At MEYA, we’re passionate about helping our clients with kinky, curly and mixed hair. Our goal is to help them embrace their curls and navigate through life with confidence. Beyond our proven products, we share educational resources to help our clients better understand their hair and develop a hair care routine tailored to their specific needs. Try our products and you’ll adopt them too!
MOREUNE
EMoreune, which means It’s nice en Sereer Noone, was born from the desire to make known the fashion and know-how of Senegalese artisans outside the borders of the country of Teranga and precisely on Canadian soil. We offer you a wide choice of clothing, accessories and various, other items from Senegal. We are proud to be able to contribute to the influence of Senegal in Canada.
NADO MAYO ARTISTRY
Company in the beauty and arts sector. We offer makeup services for all kinds of shades. And, we also offer ready-to-wear with African motifs and handmade artistic works.
NAP CREATIONS
Founded in July 2017, NAP Créations is located in the center core of Laval. The company’s main business is handmade Afro-Caribbean inspired clothing and accessories. We offer a wide range of handcrafted products including clothing, jewelries, bags, beauty care products, paintings and various accessories. A clothing collection called SakPase Collection was launched in June 2019. SakPase makes modern clothing inspired by traditional Haitian clothing. Our products are made in our workshop and by our artisans-partners. Ourcolourful products fill a gap in the market and are designed for all those who want to add a little warmth and color to Quebec’s cold landscape,
PAGNE AT HOME
Pagne at Home, as a multi-brand destination, embodies the captivating fusion of Africanheritage and contemporary style. Based in Montreal, our designer clothing brand takes you on a
journey across the four corners of the African continent. Inspired by Africa’s cultural richness, we offer a meticulous selection of the finest African brands. Each piece exudes authenticity and elegance, paying homage to today’s strong and feminine women. At Pagne at Home, we believe in the power of fashion to unite cultures and celebrate diversity.
SHEY ACCESSOIRES
Jewelry is a beautiful and timeless way to express your inner self and showcase your unique personality and style. Whether you prefer delicate and understated pieces or bold and eye-catching statement pieces, Shey Accessoires allows you to tell your own story and communicate your innermost thoughts and emotions to the world. From dainty necklaces that symbolize love and connection to intricate earrings that represent strength and resilience, there is a piece of Shey Accessories for every mood, every occasion, and every personality. By choosing pieces that resonate with your inner self, you can tap into your own intuition and creativity, and express yourself in a way that is both meaningful and beautiful. Whether you wear jewelry for special occasions or as an everyday expression of yourself, it has the power to inspire confidence, spark joy, and celebrate your unique essence.
SWIVEL YOUR KURLZ
Swivel Your Kurlz is a Montreal-based company founded in 2019. It was created with the aim of offering natural products for hair, more specifically curly to frizzy hair, as well as accessories to make styling and maintaining healthy hair easier, while prioritizing natural ingredients.
URBAN WRAPPER
Urban Wrapper offers one of Montreal’s largest selections of wraps, scrunchies, durags, headbands and other wax print accessories. Showcasing the bright colours and versatility of
wax print fabric, each accessory is made with love and is a reflection of the strong ties between Africa and diaspora communities.
YMMA
Parents are often frustrated by the effort it takes to find affordable and decent black dolls. Ymma eliminates that pain by making these toys accessible. We empower and teach kids about diversity through beautiful African inspired dolls. Give back to the communities is vital for us that’s why our dolls traditional outfits are sewn in Cameroon with fabrics made and bought there.