In light of Small Business Saturday and in honor of National Women’s Small Business Month, I decided to round up my favorites in fashion beauty, wellness and lifestyle. These female-owned companies are all killing it in their sectors-- I can’t wait to see what’s next for them. We all know how much work goes into starting a business and to move the needle, you need to be super savvy and offer a product or service that really stands out from the crowd.
I personally own and/or support the brands below and hope you will love them as much as I do. Please browse the list and consider shopping from these rising stars…many of them are offering special discounts for friends of The Glow Girl! Feel free to share this blog with your friends and to those who would like to be considered for future editorial. #femalefounders
SHOP Senlis. Use discount code GLOW15 for 15% off.
Photo: Leona Gareginyan.
FASHION
Fashion game is strong here. Keep scrollling!
AERA Footwear - Certified vegan, 110% sustainable shoes that can pass as Louboutins. Made in Italy. Use code GLOWGIRL15 for 15% off!
Angela Roi - Vegan, sustainable bags that look and feel like luxury leather. Effortless, ethical elegance.
Bandolier- The maker of the original cross-body phone bag to keep you chic and hands-free!
Caddis Readers - Hands down, the coolest readers in town. I have about eight pairs now!
Cami and Jax - Luxury swimwear made to empower women to move comfortably and look their best. Use code Melissa30 for 30% off.
Elizabeth Reid Socks - Designed in New York and made in Italy, these super chic socks are fashionable and comfortable. GLOWGIRL20 for 20% off.
Franne Golde - She makes the best basics that can be used as foundation pieces to layer, and create your own signature look.
Follow Suit Swimwear - Chicest sustainable and ethical swimwear.
Heidi Wynne Cashmere - Timeless, softest, most luxurious cashmere wraps, and other classic items.
Into the Night - Stylish, fresh, and unexpected day-to-night designs.
Katro - Luxe loungewear that softens the line between street and sleep.
La Botica - A luxury candle studio and chill-wear brand in New York City.
Lindsay Albanese - Famous for her Top Tote, a hat holder that attaches to your suitcase and carries your hat, Lindsay’s latest timely invention are anti-bacterial Wander Gloves. These are specially made to wear while pumping gas or heading to the grocery store!
Little Joe Women - Women’s fashion and resortwear.
Mer Sea - Their comfortable clothing and seaside palette will take you wherever you want to go…or keep you cozy just staying at home.
Molly Pepper - Loungewear you will never want to take off. Use code THEGLOWGIRL for 15% off. Check out her large selection of adorable masks.
The Office of Angela Scott - Female founded, funded and operated, the craftsmanship and style of these shoes are for the woman who means business. The boots are super cool but if you are an oxford lover, these are a must-have! Use discount GLOWGIRL20 for 20% off.
Parker Thatch Handbags - Personalized, every day bags with a playful sense of style.
27 Miles Malibu - Designed with the SoCal vibe in mind.
Vision Quest - These comfortable and stylish Moroccan slippers will have you feeling like a modern Princess Jasmine!
Ripley Rader - Clean lines and comfortable knits, her signature wide-legged pant is a wardrobe must-have, and so are her sparkle masks!
Roam Footwear -Super stylish, and comfortable shoes (mostly cozy slides) to take you wherever you may roam.
Senlis - Romantic dresses and other pieces, with inspiration taken from the Senlis French countryside. Use discount code GLOW15 for 15% off.
Yes And - This comfy, flattering clothing line makes a stylish and sustainable fashion statement.
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SHOP Parker Thatch Handbags
SHOP Yes And. Photo: Stefanie Marie
SHOP Molly Pepper. Use discount code THEGLOWGIRL for 15% off
Photo: Stefanie Marie
JEWELRY
Gold beaded bracelets, Karen Lazar Design- Use discount GLOWGIRL10 for 10% off. Enamel bracelets by Shylee Rose. clean nail polish in shade 125, Cote. Photo: Stefani Marie
Ariel Gordon Jewelry - Fine jewelry made with a mission.
Devon Woodhill Fine Jewelry - Timeless pieces that are nostalgically modern and delicately bold.
Karen Lazar Design - Classic everyday staples that you will never want to take off. I love layering her gold bracelets with everything! Use code GLOWGIRL10 for 10% off.
Lisa Statt Jewelry - Once a jewelry designer for movies and celebrities, Lisa is back to share her new designs, including stunning necklaces with vintage Victorian-era chains!
My Story Jewelry - Sentimental fine jewelry that is designed to represent life's milestones.
Shylee Rose Jewelry - A collection of statement-worthy, yet simple styles with a California vibe, made for layering. A celeb fave!
MASKS
SHOP Ripley Rader masks.
Gotta Have Face - I’m obsessed with the feel and fit of these comfortable, stylish masks, where 100% proceeds are donated to charity. They have an incredible selection, including repurposed designer masks and fashionable chains.
Night - Beauty meets sleep meets wellness- and masks!
Marina St. Barth - This bohemian-chic clothing line, with its roots in St. Barths, has an equally fabulous line of luxury face masks made with three layers. The equestrian Hermes-style pattern is my go-to.
Ripley Rader - This incredible California-based designer created a fashion brand that I love and support for years now. She was also one of the first to launch “Look Good Do Good” masks in the early days of Coronavirus. Their sequin masks, in either pink or black, are perfect for the holidays—for every one you buy, they will donate two masks to at-risk patients and essential workers in need. P. S. My hubby lives in his denim mask by them too!
Sydne Summer - One of the first to design fashionable face masks, these are super sophisticated and comfortable. They also have a collection of some of the chicest mask necklaces. Check out her newest loungewear line too!
SHOP Marina St. Bath mask (shown with matching denim jacket)
CLEAN BEAUTY
I’m a clean beauty advocate and always find myself going back to these websites to shop the brands below!
SHOP Chok Chok Skin, use code MELISSA40 for 40% off
Angela Caglia - Founder and Master Esthetician Angela Caglia is passionate about sourcing her products from USDA Certified Organic and Natural Ingredients from all over the world. Her entire product line is truly incredible!
AYR Skincare - This family owned and operated clean skincare brand supports the health of aging skin and delivers great results, California style.
Better Not Younger - Haircare crafted hair that changes with age.
Caviar and Cashmere - Founder Caitlyn Chase is an internationally awarded blogger and beauty industry veteran. After a year of traveling the world for the best of the best in luxury finds to feature on her blog, she was inspired to create her own line of products by the same name.
Chok Chok Skin - Get glowing with these hydrating sheets masks for the face! Use code MELISSA40 for 40% off!
Cote - Toxin-free nail polish in the best shades and that last one week!
For All CBD- Modern hair and skincare infused with CDB.
Flora Remedia - Some of my all-time fave essential oils—they make an incredible lavender oil hair treatment.
Furtuna Skin - A clean beauty rising star made in the hills of Sicily from wild-foraged organic ingredients.
Karisma Skincare - Superior clean, non-toxic, high performance luxury skincare products with integrity and 100% transparency.
Kat Rudu - This pure biotic skincare line is a celebrity fave.
Knockout Beauty - Great resource for shopping conscious beauty retail.
Nama Fiji - A true social enterprise, these products have been sold in luxury Five Star Hotels and Spas throughout Fiji for over 15 years. I love their full line of skincare!
Necessaire - Elevates the bathing game. I recommend the sandalwood fragrance!
Primally Pure - Amazing products that are formulated using real ingredients derived from nature for maximum purity and potency. Use code GLOWGIRL for 10% off your first purchase.
Priya Apotheca - Hand-crafted skin botanicals with organic CBD from a Doctor of Pharmacy and master of Chinese medicine.
Rejuvenate with Nousha - My facial angel! Her CBD Face oil contains arnica and minimizes pores, inflammation, redness, and fine lines.
Saie Beauty - Saie products are making their mark with their beauty makeup line.
Saint Jane - A collection of luxury CBD infused beauty products that I am obsessed with!
Salves of Jerusalem - This purpose-driven business has some fabulous healing salves and balms, made with blessings in every batch.
Switch 2 Pure - Best-curated clean beauty shop and destination for all things clean living. Several amazing female-founded businesses are sold there including brands like Saint Cosmetics and Ere Perez.
SHOP Winged CBD, use code GLOWGIRL15 for 15% off
WELLNESS & LIFESTYLE
Anita Rosenberg Crystals & Cosmic Coaching - After my first Cosmic Coaching session with Anita, I truly was blown away by the power that radiated throughout my body when I picked up some of the crystals that were at her home. Crystals can help aid with reaching your career goals as well as de-stressing your personal life.
Art by Randi Russo - Art from this amazing NYC/Chicago/LA artist. The pieces range from small works on paper to large-scale contemporary abstract paintings. Check out her website and contact randi@randirusso.com for more information and pricing.
Beauty Bar Chocolate - These amazing chocolate bars promote beauty and wellness- any health-minded chocoholic would love! They are free of sugars and dairy, with added collagen, adaptogens, and superfoods. Plus, they give back 2% of sales to support Girls Inc. Use code GLOWGIRL15 for 15% off!
KT Method - an innovative, pelvic floor focused, total body, mind, and spirit transformation experience. This total body workout is a little over an hour of arms, abs, glutes and leg-focused exercises. LOVE!
Pixie Acia This quote from Pixie sums it up, “DOPAMINE!!! It’s the best drug I’ve ever had and I want to deal it to everyone in town! Our lives are better physically, mentally and emotionally when we get our daily dose! She teaches the BEST yoga, The Class and Soul cycle classes.
The Class - A transformative workout of the body and mind through guided instruction, powerful music, heart- and mind-clearing release that builds a strong, resilient body.
Evolve by Erika - Virtual resources to elevate and access your inner wisdom.
Favour Gum - Delicious functional chewing gum powered by CBD.
Highline Wellness - CBD remedies- gummies, oils, topicals, and more
Hilma - Three female founders who created all natural remedies backed by science after two years of research and three clinical studies.
Hush + Hush - Supplements I swear by daily. Use discount code MELISSA for 20% off!
Love Goodly - Healthy-, cruelty free, toxin free, lifestyle and beauty subscription boxes every other month.
MyCustomYogaMat - This company makes personalizing any mat easy…from yoga mats to placemats! I’m loving my customized Glow mat!
Om Mushroom Superfood - Superfood-infused pure whole-food, organic functional mushroom products for use in everyday life to benefit your immune system and more. Use code MELISSAMEYERS for 20% off!
SkinTe - A delish collagen-infused sparkling tea that your skin, hair and nails will love.
The Fullest - Their Saffron Latte is an important part of my daily wellness ritual.
The Sage Lifestyle - An exquisite line of perfume oils and candles, all named and inspired by gemstones, and handcrafted with love.
The Urban + The Mystic - Home of the Crystal Gift Box!
Winged CBD Sleepy Gummies - One of my go-to brands for all things in wellness and beauty CBD. Use code GLOWGIRL15 for 15% off!
Unplug Meditation - My fave meditation app with some of the best virtual classes and teachers.
Voyage et Cie - the ultimate luxury candle brand between the fragrances, and vessel designs. Each original fragrance is 100% organic and natural.
SHOP Into the Night. Photo: Stefanie Marie
