10 Black-Owned Fashion Brands to Shop This Holiday Season and Beyond

Vanguard Medusa Open-Backed Crocheted Cotton-Blend Dress ($1,495)

With the holidays come parties, so why not add this distinct number to your pool of gifts? Its intricate hand-crocheted material and swishy fringes create a figure-flattering fit, catered to any body shape.

Founded by Rachel Scott in 2021, Diotima presents a fresh perspective on Caribbean style, directly inspired by her Jamaican upbringing and mission to redefine luxury. The brand specializes in crochet pieces, specially handcrafted by local Jamaican craftspeople to honor her home country’s artisanal techniques and processes. The Medusa dress and other hero designs are inspired by traditional doilies and come in various patterns and textures.