16 Black-owned stores that you need to check out in Huntsville

Reviewed by: Michael Seale

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Filthy Gorgeous on Main in downtown Madison.
Filthy Gorgeous on Main in downtown Madison. (Lacey Muenstermann / Hville Blast)

We’re celebrating Black History Month this year by supporting Black locally-owned stores. These different 16 businesses bring unique products, services and cultural influence that help strengthen the greater Huntsville community.

Keep reading to learn more about these incredible businesses.

Shopping

1. Dapper Dude

This online store specializes in customized suits and offers a selection of the coolest lapel pins. An added plus is that customization isn’t limited to men’s suits; the owner, Derrick Ramey Jr., also creates women’s suits.

Fun Fact: Derrick Ramey Jr. custom-designed a suit for Grammy-nominated producer, Kelvin Wooten, to wear on the red carpet.

2. Filthy Gorgeous on Main

Store associate at Filthy Gorgeous on Main in downtown Madison.
You’ll always find friendly, smiling faces at Filthy Gorgeous on Main in downtown Madison. (Lacey Muenstermann / Hville Blast)

This women-owned business offers pieces for your everyday wardrobe. Once you leave the store with your new items, they want you to feel “Filthy Gorgeous.”

3. Huntsville Vintage LLC

Huntsville Vintage
Huntsville Vintage in Parkway Place Mall. (Brenna McIntosh)

Huntsville Vintage is a locally Black-owned business. This retail store buys, sells and trades collections of shirts, blazers, shoes and much more.

4. Southern Throne Boutique

Southern Throne Boutique has some of the cutest clothes I have seen, my favorite things are their earrings. Unfortunately, this store was hit during a big storm in Athens, so they are currently working as an online store until further notice.

Sweet treats

5. Berry Delishes LLC

Berry Delishes LLC
Berry Delishes signature items chocolate-covered strawberries and pretzels. (Berry Delishes LLC)

Berry Delishes LLC offers an assortment of sweets, from their classic chocolate-dipped strawberries to indulgent chocolate-dipped pineapples and the most fun, their breakable hearts.

6. cUPcaKe BabY

Looking for your next sweet treat to take home? This locally-owned business specializes in pound cake and cinnamon rolls that look absolutely delicious.

7. JJ Treats

JJ Treat's
Right next door to JJ’s Treats is JJ’s BBQ. (Ryleigh Scott / Hville Blast).

This sweet retreat has literally everything you can ask for: pies, cakes, snow cones and even sugar-free desserts! JJ’s Treats has such an amazing variety of items that it’s impossible not to get anything.

8. The Sweet Plate

This online baker prepares the most delicious-looking cakes ever. Each of Dianne’s creations is a work of art that makes all of her clients’ celebrations unforgettable.

Arts + Jewelry

9. Allisa Hu Art

Are you looking to add to your art collection? Look no further, as Allisa’s magnificent artwork is the perfect piece for any place. Her current showing is SAVOR: A Celebration of Black Mental Health, Joy, & Resilience, which will be on display for the entire month of February.

10. Huemanity Studios

Huemanity Studios
Huemanity Studios is located off Mastin Lake Road. (Ryleigh Scott / Hville Blast)

Prefer to create your own artwork? Huemanity Studios hosts a variety of paint nights, offering a fun and relaxing environment to unwind and lessen anxiety through artistic expression.

11. Wine & Design

Paint and sip Wine N Design Huntsville Alabama
You can take a painting class at Wine & Design in Madison, AL. (Credit: Ana Waters / Wine & Design)

Wine & Design also hosts numerous painting classes. Don’t be afraid and sign up today before spots are filled up on their next session!

Self-care

12. Candy’s Candles

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One of Candy’s Candles collection of 12 candles. (Candy’s Candles)

One thing I look forward to when relaxing is lighting a brand-new and great-smelling candle. Candy’s Candles is the perfect place to grab that perfect candle.

13. LAID Hair Care

laid hair care
LAID Hair Care is in front of one of their many stores that sell their products. (Laid Hair Care / Facebook)

Owner, Kaylah Joseph, has been hugely successful as she earned first place in “Beauty Supply Store Franchise Created in Retail Partnership with Walmart.” LAID Hair Care provides a variety of products ranging from hair extensions, wigs, scalp treatments and much more.

14. Metropolitan Nail Salon

Salons by JC - Metropolitan Nail Salon
Metropolitan Nail Salon is located within Salons by JC in suite 21. (Ryleigh Scott / Hville Blast)

I love getting my nails done for a little self-care, and Metropolitan Nail Salon offers that and more. From pedicures to specialized foot treatments, they have everything you need to feel refreshed and pampered.

Lounge + Mocktail

15. Blaque Cigar Lounge

Blaque Cigar Lounge
The popular spot is located right off of Oakwood Avenue. (Ryleigh Scott / Hville Blast)

Step into this 1920s-inspired speakeasy for the perfect Friday night escape. Enjoy all kinds of spirits, signature cocktails and the most delicious bites in a very relaxed setting!

Fun Fact: Marsau and LaTisha Scott starred on the hit television show “Love & Marriage: Huntsville.”

16. Mocktails for Mommy

mocktails for mommy
CEO and owner of Mocktails for Mommy, Ashley Hunt-Poole. (Village Fox Media / Hville Blast)

As the name implies, Mocktails for Mommy is a women-owned business based out of Huntsville, specializing in nonalcoholic wine. Her mocktail collections can be found in big chain retailers such as Kroger, Walmart and Target.

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