In the wake of the recent murders at the hands of police and the protests that followed throughout the nation, this is the time to show solidarity with the Black community, and especially Black men.
With Father’s Day less than a week away, it’s time to nail down the perfect gift for that special man in your life. Rest assured, if you’re trying to kill two birds with one stone, we’ve got the perfect gift guide to help you support Black-owned businesses as well as show your father, or father-figure, just how he’s appreciated this Father’s Day. Check it out!
This super chic Chicago-based clothing brand was started by a married couple who wanted cool quality looks that no one else has. If you’re looking to spruce your old man up, grab a tee and pair of denim for less than $300.
Bevel is a men's grooming brand founded by Tristan Walker, CEO of Walker & Company. It boasts various lines from haircare to skincare to body care, and if your dad is in need of a new trimmer or even just some nice body wash — you'll find it here. Bevel even makes it super easy by offering full shave kits that include safety razor, brush, 20 blades, 2 oz priming oil, 3.4 oz shaving cream and 3.4 oz restoring balm. You literally can’t mess up this gift idea!
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Chris Collins, model and founder, started this wide-ranging brand of fragrances, drawing inspiration from Harlem and Paris' relationship during the first World War. If it’s time for your dad to switch up his fragrance choice from Old Spice to something more contemporary, this is just for him. Chris Collins has two collections available, both with unique backstories and scents.
If your dad has an appreciation for the sweeter things in life, these chocolate bars from family-owned business Sol Cacao are the perfect gift. This Black family makes the candy in the Port Morris neighborhood of the Bronx and puts love into every bar. The company’s standard shipping option costs $5 and takes three to five business days.
If your dad needs to wake up with a little coffee in his cup, this special blend from Red Bay Coffee, a community-focused, Oakland, California–based company. According to the website, Red Bay describes the blend, which is produced by a women’s cooperative in Burundi, as having notes of pomelo, brown sugar and dark chocolate.
Red Bay custom roasts are made to order, so it can take the company about five business days to get your beans over to pops. But don’t fret if you don’t have enough time to wait for shipping. They also offer e-gift cards that can be redeemed immediately.
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This is the perfect option for the fitness-buff dad or the lovable couch potato in your life. Iconoclast Fitness studio is offering discounted one-on-one digital personal-training sessions from their pro trainers. This is the perfect alternative to going to the gym. The studio was founded by celebrity trainer Ngo Okafor who has worked with Jennifer Lopez, Brooke Shields, and Naomi Campbell among many others. His team of fitness pros use a combination of cardio and conditioning exercises to strengthen and tone your entire body. It’s super to get the ball rolling; customers are asked to complete a basic interest form to gauge fitness levels and round up workout recommendations. Immediately after, a representative circle back with pricing and scheduling options.
We hope this helps!