6 black-owned businesses in Birmingham for shopping local this year

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(Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

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FLOW BHM. (Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

This holiday season, support a local black-owned business by doing your Christmas shopping at one (or a few!) of these spots around the Magic City.

1. FLOW BHM

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FLOW BHM. (Nathan Watson / Bham Now)

Brigelle Oden opened FLOW BHM in Uptown after successfully launching Frou Frou Boutique in Alabaster. Stop in for apparel, accessories and more for both men and women this Christmas season.

2. Naughty But Nice Kettle Corn Co.

Have a loved one with a sweet (or savory) tooth? Naughty But Nice Kettle Corn Co. has you covered. They offer catering, gifts, events and more. With flavors like French toast and jalapeno popper, a gift from Naughty But Nice Kettle Corn Co. offers a wide variety of kettle corn to personalize your gift. Plus, they give back to the community through fundraising, volunteering, scholarships and partnerships.

3. Memory Lane

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Memory Lane. Photo by Jacob Blankenship via Bham Now

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Memory Lane. (Jacob Blankenship / Bham Now)

Located Downtown, Memory Lane is a buy/sell/trade store for vintage and rare sneakers and other items. Offering all sorts of shoe options from newer sneakers to retro 1980s gems, Memory Lane is a great place to buy a gift for your favorite sneakerhead.

4. Aware Cosmetics

Jestina Howard opened Aware Cosmetics after gaining 30 years of experience in the beauty industry across the world. In 2003, Howard launched her own product line at her Mountain Brook studio, and she regularly donates to the American Lung Association of Alabama with a portion of her sales.

5. Frou Frou Boutique

Located in Alabaster, Frou Frou Boutique is a great option to shop for your fashionista. Another shop owned by Brigelle Oden, Frou Frou Boutique offers everything from sweatshirts to dresses and jewelry.

6. Melanin Jewels

Melanin Jewels is a black-owned online business focusing on wellness, offering jewelry, crystals, herbs, beauty products and more. You can shop local without the need to even leave your couch!

Location: Online
Hours: Online
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Check out our Small Business Guide to discover more places you can shop til you drop in The Magic City.

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