A Day at the Black Culture Market Brixton

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I had a fantastic weekend, thanks to my visit at this new Cultural event, the Black Market Showcase, for black entrepreneurs, including emerging and established black businesses,

The carefully selected group of businesses, were chosen from  African and Caribbean descent. Brands shared so many cultural products with traditional heritage, to an excited diverse audience that are loyal followers.

The 'must have' DJ booth, delivered tunes we instantly recognised from the 80's  and 90's with soul, afro-beats, reggae and Jazz. I wondered been transported into a world, a movement that has been strategically removed by gentrification.. is this the new Brixton? Offering affordable spaces, investing in local community is where I was most comfortable.

Premium quality was the order of the day, with finely created celebration cards, world history books, heritage costume jewellery, natural hairoils, men's grooming, skincare products, contemporary art, drinks and eclectic fashion, for everyone. 

Wow I spent nearly 4 hours, chatting and taking in the products and history of the vendors! 

IVHU Contemporary Wall Art

Where did the event take place? 

Downstairs at the Department store, in Ferndale Road, was designed by the architects Squire + Partners, their revival of this legendary Brixton landmark, had provided the perfect, backdrop for a superlative retail shopping, experience.The Black Culture Market provides opportunities for a selection of businesses to showcase their brands and products, within luxury events, in a variety of exclusive venues across London. 

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This was my first experience at these events and took place on the 6-7th August 2022, I attended with special friends and family. we enjoyed a wonderful celebratory day,  that also marked, the Independence, of Jamaica on the 6th August 1962.  

Afroclectic Books

With a large variety of brands, I took my time to explore,  the newly transformed retail area was buzzing with enthusiastic shoppers, and enterprising vendors.

Sanyan Clothing Oli + Kay 

The event also kept the  'buy black' generation closer together..

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Armed with great gifts, and lots on order, I immediately fell in love with these hand-sewn bags,  they are on my Christmas wish list!

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When dates are announced for Black Culture Market events, the highly sought after creative spaces are fully booked, quickly!. Why not visit this iconic building, if you are in the area, and witness one of the landmarks that has been at the forefront of the Lambeth community since 1906

The Department Store

248 Ferndale Rd

Brixton SW9 8FR  

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This business market, truly embodies the community spirit and vibrancy, of Brixton. Visiting this diverse event was also my tribute to the Jamaican Independence celebration.

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A timely week of entertainment that included the food and drink celebration with the Brixton x Harlem festival, 

This event was the was the hi-light of my long weekend waiting for the next one..

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I enjoyed my afternoon, with family and friends, meeting, new business owners,  embracing the wonderful feast of goods and services before my eyes, and will now be a  permanent fixture in my busy diary!

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Thank you to the organisers and the Inspirational businesses present over the two days you were outstanding! 

Are you ready for the next event, like and subscribe ...Like and support the business owners, You  can also visit and support these amazing UK businesses Contact www.blackculturemarket.co.uk/ for more details.

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