Notable Black-Owned Women Businesses in the Metro Detroit Area:

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The Lip Bar — Founded by Melissa Butler, this cosmetics brand is known for its inclusive and bold makeup products. TLB offers a full service brow and lashes section in the Downtown location and allows for parking validations as you shop and spend. The Lip Bar emphasizes diversity and cruelty-free practices, making it a leader in the beauty industry.

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Glamoholic — This lifestyle brand, founded by a Black female entrepreneur, Mia Ray, focuses on empowering women through fashion and accessories. Glamoholic promotes self-confidence and individuality with its curated collections. Mia is a master of marketing as she's hosted several pop up shops and collaborations with some major brands and celebrities showing us how to turn an idea into a masterpiece.

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Sugah Please — A newly opened breakfast and brunch bar, owned by Wendy Ringo, with a southern twist in the heart of Downtown Detroit. Sugah Please emphasizes community engagement and creates sweet experiences for its customers, with cuisines that have a sweet twist and drinks to match the aesthetic. With memberships and Rooftop dining, (opening soon,) it carries the vibes of creative fine dining overlooking the city.

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Brix Wine & Charcuterie Boutique — A classy, yet exhilarating ambiance owned by Mikiah Westbrooks’, that focuses on high-end wine, charcuterie and retail under one roof. With access to an exclusive wine club and selections that are black and women owned, it gives you a sense of high priority when you enter the establishment. The atmosphere is paired with small plates and a full service bar that hosts some of the most interesting and exquisite events throughout the city. 

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Savage X Fenty Store —One of the first retail launches, next door to The Lip Bar, fits right in with the growing luxuries of the city. It boasts a vibrant immersive design that show cases inclusivity and body positivity. Their unique interactive displays and curated selections create an unforgettable shopping experience.

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Vivacious Lady Luxury Spa — Founded by a Black female entrepreneur and hairstylist, Ayana Hall, this spa caters to all walks of life that has an honor to wear their confidence on their shoulders and head. In the Rosedale Park community, this full service beauty spa offers nail care, skincare, haircare and an ambiance that allows you to come kick your feet up and hone in on your self care. Being one of the only spas in Detroit that offers After Studies Education, including Lash Extensions Courses and apprenticeship for current or recent students graduating from beauty school, this is your one stop shop for all things beauty.

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These businesses reflect the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of Black women in the Metro Detroit area, contributing to the local economy and culture. Supporting them helps to uplift the community and promote diversity in various industries.