Want to Celebrate Halloween AND Support Black Business? Here's where to Shop

Call me what you want, but for me, fall means Halloween! I start celebrating in August because PSL season is earlier every year, and I'm not mad about it. My family and I love to carve pumpkins! There aren't many pumpkin patches here in Florida, but if you know of any Black-owned pumpkin farms, let me know, and I'll add it to my list of places to visit!

You can celebrate Halloween AND support Black and his Fall. Here are a few of my favorite ways:

• Many local coffee shops have created their take on pumpkin spice lattes and other seasonal drinks. Starbucks is not your only option; some small cafes have much better drinks than the OG. Here's a list of a few Black-owned coffee shops in major cities.

• I enjoy making Halloween costumes for my family. Source what you can from Black-owned stores in your area or online. Search for Black-owned or founded products if you're shopping on Amazon or Target.

• Here are some great costume ideas to celebrate black culture.

• I love scary movies! Check out this list of horror movies created by Black folks.

• Etsy has Black-owned home decor shops that carry seasonal pieces.

• Apple and pumpkin-scented candles and lotions are a seasonal staple, but if you don't want to line Bath and Body Works' pockets, shop here for Black-owned home and body options (and click here for even more candles!).

• This "Black witches" shirt is created and sold by a Black woman on Etsy.

• Here's an afro witch sweatshirt by the same creator.

• Another Black witch sweatshirt. We have options, y'all!

ICYMI:

• Why Can't I Find Black-Owned Brands in Stores?

• Why Black-Owned Products Cost so Much (Sometimes)

• What you need to know to shop Black at Amazon

• Women-Owned Brands at Target

• Black-owned food at Target

Need a consultant? Or do you want me to speak at your event? Please get in touch with me at hello@retailwhileblack.shop