Shopping Black Owned

Upgrade your wardrobe

Are you tired of walking into retail stores looking for an outfit that shows off your curves but leaves nothing to the imagination? I know I am. You want to look sexy but sophisticated at the same time. There are a few stores in the Chicago area, black-owned, that can assist you with that. This isn't to put down other stores but I am all about black empowerment. It's our turn to experience financial stability. 

The first store is Pancakes Boutique located in Bolingbrook, IL. Pancake Boutique. The store has a website and Facebook page ( Pancakes Boutique Facebook ) you can check out to see the other services she has to offer. The clothes sold at the store give you the confidence of a  sexy, powerful woman without you feeling exposed. The owner is also an event planner and often hosts events aimed at teaching women to be wives instead of a domestic partner. The owner is so multi-talented making her the definition of black excellence.

The next store is just as trendy, it does not have the services to offer like the previous one but you can still walk out satisfied with a new wardrobe. It is called Kiwis Boutique and it is located in Chicago, IL.  The clothing is bolder in a sense but still conveys the same message. "I am a sexy, sophisticated, powerful woman. Hear me roar." The store has a website ( Kiwis boutique website ) and Facebook ( Kiwis Boutique ) page as well. The items sold here are a little pricey for me but could be ideal for others more focused on the price of their clothing.

The last store is online-based but it has clothing for men, women, and kids. It is called Blacklustre. This is their website: Shop Blacklustre. There isn't much clothing options but it is inexpensive and the owner gives back to their community. According to their website, they fund scholarships and have a program for taking care of the homeless called Cause we Can. They offer different payment options on their website and you get free shipping when you spend $40. That's at least two of their clothing items. You can't get any better than that when most websites want $60 for one article of clothing.

If you're looking for more motivation and empowerment of women check out these podcasts made by successful resilient women. InfluentialPod on Apple podcast. Listen to their stories of overcoming challenges to reach their goals.