In light of recent events, members of our community have requested a list of Black cheesemakers and Black-owned food businesses to support. Now is the time for culture, and anyone with a major platform, to speak on the issue of police brutality and all other forms of systemic racism in this country. Learn more about how we test style and beauty products.Photo of Glenn Harrell, owner of Say Cheese, sourced from David Kindįood has always been political. Say hello to Amir at or on Instagram Learn more about how our team of experts tests and reviews products at Insider here. Amir graduated from William Paterson University in 2015 with a degree in journalism and public relations.
Before joining the Insider Reviews team in 2017, worked as a freelance writer for Complex Sneakers and Sole Collector where he contributed to daily sneaker news and release dates, feature-length articles, and interviews with artists, designers, and athletes. During his time at Insider, Amir previously handled deals of the day coverage, and worked as a generalist writing hundreds of reviews ranging from phone cases and headphones to bed sheets and blenders, and has also covered major shopping holidays including Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday. Since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic, Amir has led Insider Reviews' face masks coverage with thoughtful recommendations based on CDC guidelines, expert opinions, and his own testing.
Amir's coverage also includes eyewear, watches, and grooming products like electric razors and men's skincare. He's used his expertise in footwear and the footwear industry to review all kinds of shoes from sportswear giants, well-known casual brands, and startups. He's covered everything including the industry's shift to producing more sustainable clothing, the most comfortable loungewear, all of the best places to shop for affordable business casual attire, and more. As a collector of sneakers and fashion, Amir is passionate about all things related to style. The 35 best gifts from Black-owned businesses:Īmir Ismael is a senior reporter for Insider Reviews, Insider's e-commerce branch of the service journalism team. You'll likely find something for everyone on your list - and yourself, too. Take a look at some of our favorites, below. We rounded up 35 thoughtful gift ideas from Black-owned businesses ranging from small stores on Etsy to bestselling brands. Shopping from Black-owned businesses shouldn't be the only effort you make to dismantle or address systemic racism, but it is one small choice that can have an impact. In doing so, you'll discover many new and interesting brands, and support under-represented small businesses that make some truly great stuff. One way to do that during the holidays (and any other time of year) is to buy from Black-owned businesses. This year, though, many of us are making a conscious effort to be more inclusive and supportive of diverse communities as we do our shopping. The holiday season is officially here and gifts are on most people's radar. By clicking ‘Sign up’, you agree to receive marketing emails from InsiderĪs well as other partner offers and accept our