A Holiday Guide to Black-Owned Travel Sets, Resort Wear & Airport Essentials

A lot of us are on the move this season — flying home, chasing the sun, or taking that end-of-year reset trip. For this edition of BuyBlack Fridays, we’re celebrating the jetsetters: the people who treat the airport like a runway and vacation as both a break and a statement.

From bold travel sets and resort wear to airport essentials and small-but-mighty accessories, these Black-owned brands have everything you need to look sharp from check-in to arrival.

🧳 Travel Sets That Turn Heads

The right luggage and carry-on combo can say a lot before you even hit your destination. These travel-ready pieces make sure you’re camera-ready at baggage claim and beyond.

Tote&Carry — Exotic Travel Sets

Bold colors, matching duffels and backpacks, and a luxe feel without the luxury price tag. Tote&Carry travel sets are made for people who like to make an entrance — whether you’re rolling through TSA or stepping off the plane.
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Sarep + Rose — Crossbodies & Travel Bags

Handcrafted in Kenya with striking textile and leather combinations, Sarep + Rose designs crossbodies and travel bags that are functional without sacrificing style. They’re perfect for passports, chargers, and everything you need within arm’s reach.
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F&W Style — Statement Totes & Carryalls

With silhouettes that blend Nigerian Aso Oke textiles, bold patterns, and polished structure, F&W Style bags are made for travelers who want their carry-on to double as a conversation piece.
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🌴 Resort Wear for Winter Getaways

If you’re escaping the cold, you might as well do it in style. These Black-owned brands bring the color, flow, and comfort that look good poolside, beachside, and in every vacation photo.

Liberty & Justice — Boubou & Cover-Up Dresses

Flowing, easy silhouettes that still make a statement. Liberty & Justice pieces like the Sis Bindu Boubou are made for poolside lounging, resort dinners, and everything in between.
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Vivo — Full-Length Kimonos & Occasion Wear

East African fashion brand Vivo delivers colorful kimonos and occasion pieces that instantly elevate a simple tank-and-shorts combo. Perfect for warm-weather dinners, rooftop drinks, and photos you’ll keep revisiting.
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MIZIZI — Cultural Apparel for Destination Trips

Jerseys and apparel inspired by countries and cultures across the African diaspora, MIZIZI brings pride and personality to your resort looks. Ideal for group trips, reunions, and destination content that actually feels like you.
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🛫 Airport Essentials They’ll Actually Use

The airport fit is a genre of its own. These brands deliver the comfort, layering, and details that keep you ready for long layovers, quick connections, and everything in between.

Actively Black — Travel-Ready Athleisure

Premium athletic wear that celebrates Black culture. Actively Black hoodies, joggers, and crop tops keep you cozy through security lines, boarding, and late-night arrivals — without sacrificing style.
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Vontélle Eyewear — Sunglasses for Every Destination

Bold patterns, rich color, and frames that were built for sunshine. Vontélle Eyewear pieces like the Aztec Archetype Pink sunglasses keep eyes shaded and outfits sharp from the tarmac to the terrace.
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Deseri — Travel-Ready Mini Bags & Clutches

Sculptural mini bags and clutches from Deseri make it easy to keep your essentials close — boarding pass, ID, and in-flight must-haves — while still looking elevated in the terminal and at your final destination.
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💼 Gifts for the Always-Booked Traveler

These are the small but high-impact pieces that frequent flyers will actually use — thoughtful gifts for the person who always seems to be on their next trip.

The Doux — Big A$$ Shower Cap

Hotel shower caps rarely do the job. The oversized, travel-friendly shower cap from The Doux keeps braids, curls, and big hair fully protected, whether you’re hopping in a quick rinse or resetting after a long flight.
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Black Girl Sunscreen — SPF That Travels Well

For sun-and-sand travelers, Black Girl Sunscreen is a must-pack. Their formulas blend seamlessly with melanin-rich skin, no white cast, and are perfect for beach days, city exploring, and everything in between.
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Mela Vitamins — Travel-Friendly Supplements

Time zone shifts and packed itineraries can do a lot to your body. Mela Vitamins offers supplements formulated for melanated individuals — a thoughtful gift for travelers who want to stay grounded while they’re on the go.
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Whether you’re heading home, going somewhere new, or just planning the next trip in your head, these Black-owned brands have you covered from gate to getaway. Every purchase is a vote for the kind of ecosystem we’re building together.

Stay tuned: we have one more edition of the BuyBlack Fridays Holiday Guide coming, with even more ways to support Black-owned businesses this season.