Black-Owned Gift Ideas for the Holidays: 13 Meaningful Picks

The best gifts carry a story. This holiday season, skip the generic gift cards and give something that celebrates culture, supports a Black-owned business and actually gets used every day.

Here are 13 gift ideas from Ghetteaux Brands, a Black-owned brand from Trenton, New Jersey, grouped by budget so you can find the right one fast.

Gifts under $25

1. Kente on Black Glossy Mug

A glossy ceramic mug with our colorful Kente-inspired Classic Ghetteaux logo. An easy win for coffee and tea lovers, coworkers and Secret Santa. Shop the Kente mug

2. Scented Soy Candle in Kente

A natural soy wax candle in a warm amber glass jar. Perfect for self-care gifts, teachers and hostesses. Shop the Kente candle

3. Prismatic Soy Candle (8 scents)

Choose from scents like Christmas Warmth, Cinnamon Vanilla and White Sage and Lavender. It burns for 50 to 60 hours. Shop the Prismatic candle

4. Embroidered Ghetteaux Apron

A heavyweight apron with front embroidery and two pockets, made for the family cook or grill master. Shop the apron

5. Kente on Sand Throw Pillow

Bring color and culture to the living room. Available in three sizes with a machine-washable case. Shop the Kente pillow

6. Deluxe Wine Tumbler

A shatter-free, double-wall stainless steel wine tumbler for girls' nights, holiday parties and pool days. Shop the wine tumbler

7. Youth Camo Tee

Let the little ones rep the brand too. A soft ring-spun cotton tee in kids' sizes. Shop the youth tee

More gifts under $50

8. Kente Insulated Tumbler with Straw

A 20 oz stainless steel tumbler with our Kente-inspired design, for the friend who's always on the go. Shop the Kente tumbler

9. Travel Mug with Handle

A 25 oz travel mug with a spill-proof lid that fits most car cup holders. Ideal for commuters. Shop the travel mug

10. Kente Boxy Tee

A heavyweight oversized tee with a relaxed fit, in Toast or Natural. Easy to wear and easy to gift. Shop the Kente boxy tee

11. Kente Cloth Napkin Set

A set of four soft, reusable napkins that dress up the holiday table, Thanksgiving dinner or Kwanzaa gathering. Shop the napkin set

12. Women's Luxe Long Sleeve Crop

A stretchy athleisure crop top made with recycled polyester. Great for the gym, yoga or weekend errands. Shop the luxe crop

The splurge

13. Kente Hoodie or Premium Sherpa Blanket

Our signature Kente hoodie is made from heavyweight organic cotton in Black or Desert Dust, a gift they'll wear all winter. Or wrap someone in the premium sherpa blanket, with fleece on one side and plush sherpa on the other.

Holiday shopping tips

• Order early. Many of our pieces are made to order just for you, so allow extra time for production and shipping before the holidays.
• Bundle a gift set. Pair a mug with a candle, or a hoodie with a tumbler, for a thoughtful, ready-to-wrap set.
• Share the story. Add a note about what Kente represents. Read our guide: What does Kente cloth mean?

Shop all Signature Apparel and Ghetteaux Living, and give a gift with meaning this season.