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Black Friday and Small Business Saturday Deals from Local Black Businesses
November 12, 2020 · Updated November 13, 2020·By Kaye Byrd
As you start planning your holiday shopping list, consider these Black-owned businesses’ Black Friday and Small Business Saturday deals.
November 12, 2020 · Updated November 13, 2020
The pandemic will have Black Friday and Small Business Saturday shopping looking a lot different this year. Whether you feel comfortable shopping in person or online, we’ve got you covered. We’ve rounded up a few unique Black-owned businesses and checked in on their can’t-miss deals.
Not Sorry Apparel

If you are like us and not into apologizing for who you are, tell the world and pick up one of many bold statement pieces from Not Sorry Apparel, offering upcycled garments transformed into stylish clothing you’ll feel good wearing. Black Friday and Small Business Saturday deals include a $50 crew neck and beanie set, a $60 hoodie and beanie set, and a $20 tote and sticker combo. Get free shipping on online orders.
Rust Belt Market, 22801 Woodward Ave., Ferndale
Love Travels Imports

For our wanderlusts who have been grounded by the pandemic, there’s an oasis on the Avenue of Fashion that imports high-quality artisan goods from all over the world to Detroit. Buy five pairs of mohair and wool socks imported from South Africa for $19.50 and get one pair free – available in 21 beautiful hand-dyed colors.
19452 Livernois Ave., Detroit
Bronzed N Glow Beauty Boutique

After maintaining our own coiffures, we’ve probably learned a thing about caring for our hair – or at least tried to. Bronzed N Glow is a modern twist to beauty supply retail with an emphasis on education. On Black Friday, get 15% to 20% off in-store and online. And on Small Business Saturday, buy two items of the same brand and get a third free.
19327 Livernois Ave., Detroit
Skinphorea Facial Bar & Acne Clinic

Who needs to feel rejuvenated after this year’s events? Whether for yourself or as a gift, Skinphorea Facial Bar has the feel-good services needed to stimulate your healing. On Black Friday and Small Business Saturday, get 25% off all gift card purchases and a free “Glowtini” facial with gift card purchases over $200.
621 S. Washington Ave., Royal Oak
Glo Cleaning

Glo Cleaning – known for their attention to detail and customer service – details vehicles and performs carpet and room cleaning services. For Black Friday and Small Business Saturday they’re offering 15% off their $500 car detail subscription package (includes 10 services) and 15% off carpet cleaning for two rooms ($115).
Eumelanin

The hues of melanated skin have inspired a Detroit-based clothing and jewelry brand called Eumelanin. Consider it fashion with a purpose: to bring awareness around colorism. Enjoy a sitewide sale including $50 off purchases of $200 or more, $30 off $120 and $15 off $60. Shop in-person on Dec. 4 at the Detroit Shipping Company.
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