Holiday Gift Guide 2021
For over 100 years, the New York Urban League (NYUL) has worked to secure first-class education, economic self-reliance, and equal respect for civil rights through programs, services, and advocacy for underserved communities across the 5 boroughs of New York City. NYUL is a respected trainer, advisor, and advocate, partnering with government, businesses, and civic leaders to call out injustice, create new opportunities, and celebrate advancements that make the city work better for all of its residents. We are excited to share gift ideas in our 2021 Holiday Gift Guide. The guide features some of the Black-owned businesses that are important anchors in our community and threads in the fabric of our society.
SHOP LOCAL. SHOP SMALL.
SHOP BLACK THIS HOLIDAY SEASON.
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4 SLAY Ride Head to Toe SLAY! These selections will keep you and the people on your gift list, looking a little naughty and nice.
8 All I Want for Christmas is FOOD Gift the senses and the soul with sweet and savory treats for all the foodies in your life.
10 It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year (year-round) What do you gift the person who has everything? Try convenience or an experience. Don't forget to gift yourself.
14 Christmas in Harlem Find unique experiences born in Harlem and NYUL gear exclusively on nyul.org.
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Baby, It's Cold Outside WHAT TO GIFT? WHAT TO WEAR?
THE BROWNSTONE The Brownstone is an award winning retailer of contemporary clothing, accessories and gifts.
thebrownstonewoman.com
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TEMPLE and KARDY
Temple and Kardy promote the rebirth of
A mother and son NYC lifestyle brand that
black culture with a 90s nostalgia. A touch
celebrates NYC culture with sayings like
of the good ole days with versatile
"Bacon, Egg and Cheese on a Roll",
streetwear making it timeless.
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" Coco, Mango, Cherry", and much more.
anyckid.com
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Extra Trimmings ONE FOR YOU, ONE FOR ME
ANCIENT AURA
Ancient Aura is a designer accessory brand that sells fashion jewelry based on African Spirituality. Add some culture to your style with Ancient Aura jewelry & accentuate your present with the greatness of your past.
ancientaurajewelry.com
DON'T LET DISCO
Great jewelry is like art, each element thoughtfully arranged for the perfect vibe. Curated and designed with feeling in New York City.
dontletdisco.com
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Step Into Christmas LOOKING HOT
GETEM GURLZ HAIR RESTORATION CLINIC At Getem Gurlz Hair Restoration Clinic we focus on educating our communities, on how hair loss begins while providing services to our clients that revitalize aging & thinning hair.
getemgurlz.com
SWING IT
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Welcome to a new quality-based hair care line specifically formulated for Wigs, Weaves, Braids, Locs, Hair Extensions, and Natural styles too.
swingitinc.com
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Santa Baby STEP UP YOUR BEARD GAME
MANE MOTIVE The mission of Mane Motive is to inspire and ignite the ultimate self-confidence and self-care within individuals by equipping them with professionalgrade grooming and beauty products, services, and solutions.
manemotive.com
FREDERICK BENJAMIN
THAT'S SMOOOTH WE
AREN'T
dandruff;
PLAYING
Razors
WITH:
that
can't
Dry
beards
handle
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texture;
For us, the name Frederick Benjamin is a promise to deliver products that put your
Cheap ingredients that cause irritation and
confidence back into your hands.
breakouts; Products that are "good enough"
Because when you feel free to be
but not perfect for us.
yourself, you’ll inspire the next man to feel
We know you because we are you.
the same.
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thatssmoooth.com
shop.frederickbenjamin.com
The Holiday Table HATS OFF TO THE CHEF
RUSTIK TAVERN Rustik Tavern welcomes you to enjoy top-notch food in Brooklyn's coolest neighborhood. We have a dope patio and a fiercely flavorful menu that will remind you of mama's home cooking.
rustiktavern.com COOKOLOGIST Chef/Pastry Chef that caters, travels and is a personal chef for private dinners. I bring the widest selection of foods: Seafood, Soul Food, Chinese, Indian, etc., and Delicious Desserts.
thecookologist@gmail.com
VIBEZ N' JUICE CAFE Combining health, taste, and an innovative vibe, Vibez N' Juice Cafe is dedicated to promoting healthy living with options, at a reasonable price.
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Sweet Tooth COOKIES & CAKES & PASTRIES, OH MY
GRANAPOO'S CREATIONS Granapoo's Creations specializes in unique spirited baked goods, for any occasion. When you order from Granapoo's Creations every item is created with just the right amount of motherly love!
granapooscreations.com LEE LEE'S BAKED GOODS
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Legendary manufacturer of handmade Rugelach and the best Southern handmade cakes and pastries in the Nation.
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leeleesrugelach.com
LA SWEETS LAsweetsNY is a bakery located in Harlem, NY. We pride ourselves on serving delicious sweets, such as cupcakes, cookies, slice cakes, cinnamon rolls, cheesecake, etc. Vegan, gluten-free options are
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LA-sweets.com
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It's A Beautiful Life LIFESTYLE
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Harlem Cycle
Harlem’s 1st and only boutique fitness studio that focuses on indoor cycling, strength, cardio, and mobility training. All are welcomed and all are celebrated at Harlem Cycle.
harlem-cycle.com
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A boutique spa offering curated spa services in the form of massages, body treatments, natural nail and
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holistic skin care services.
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LIFESTYLE AND BEAUTY IDEAS
DR. DANETT BEAN The Non-Detox Detox is a 10-day program that helps you to release the excesses from the holidays, establish healthy eating patterns and most importantly do so in a way that supports your body’s healing wisdom.
drdanettbean.com/current-specials
SUDSY WATER LAUNDRY & DRY CLEANERS
We provide door-to-door laundry service with pick-up and delivery service. 24 Hour Service (NEXT DAY) or Same Day Service.
sudsywater.com
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HARLEM CANDLE COMPANY The Harlem Candle Co. is a luxury home fragrance brand specializing in scented candles inspired by the richness of Harlem. Founded in 2014 by travel and lifestyle expert Teri Johnson, the Harlem Candle Company is the manifestation of her love affair with fragrance, jazz, and Harlem.
harlemcandlecompany.com
THE 125 COLLECTION The 125 Collection is a luxury quote candle brand born in Harlem, NY. Constantly inspired by New York City and pop culture, our candles are designed to empower, inspire and entertain. We create and select our quotes with life's moments in mind, to produce relatable luxury candles. Express yourself and be heard by lighting one of our incredibly fragrant candles.
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A LITTLE BIT FANCY A Little Bit Fancy provides a myriad of services to help streamline classic elegance into your life. Curated gifting, personal shopping/styling, event planning, and virtual assistant packages are available.
www.alittlebitfancy.webs.com
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Totally Unique YOU THINK OF EVERYTHING
URBAN STREAM MEDIA We capture live events and allow people to watch it in real-time so clients can focus on connecting with customers. We produce from one-camera to multi-camera events, lectures, and more.
urbanstream.live/consulting
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KIDS DANCE REVOLUTION, LLC. Kids Dance Revolution is a themed disco-style party, tailored for the enjoyment of all ages. These discos provide a space where families bond over generational music and throwback dance steps.
kidsdancerevolution.com
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YOU THINK OF EVERYTHING
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