Haiti’s history is filled with vibrant cultural traditions and a spirit of resilience, marked by both periods of massive prosperity and profound struggle. The once-thriving Saint-Domingue was a key producer of sugar, coffee, textile production and much more. However, the country experienced a devastating transition following its independence from France in 1804.
Despite the challenges of political instability, natural disasters, and economic hardship that still persist, Haiti’s creative pulse remains unshaken. Today, a new generation of Haitian creatives, including designers, makeup artists, and beauty entrepreneurs, are making their mark on the global stage—blending heritage with innovation.
While many brands are taking the industry by storm, here are seven dynamic Haitian fashion and beauty brands that reflect the island’s creative Caribbean flair and heritage, shaping its promising future built on its rich, complex past.
Designed by Haitian-American fashion designer Dayanne Danier, Bien Abyé (which means “Well Dressed” in French Creole) offers a variety of handcrafted detailed accessories made by artisans in Haiti. Whether you’re looking for scarves, facemasks, headbands or handbags, Danier prides herself on showcasing her creative inspiration through her work, drawing from her Creole roots and Haiti’s one-of-a-kind architectural legacy.
Bien Abyé Garden View Silk Scarf, $175.00, available at Nordstrom.
Bien Abyé Garden View Silk Scarf, $, available at Nordstrom
Established in 2013, Fanm Mon continues to celebrate Haitian heritage through vibrant, beautifully crafted clothing. Their designs not only feature detailed embroidery and rich colors, but each piece tells a unique story inspired by Haiti’s natural beauty and cultural traditions. The brand is also deeply committed to ethical production, which further adds to the powerful connection between the garments and their wearers.
Fanm Mon Kelly Dress $229.00, available at Fanm Mon.
Fanm Mon https://fanmmon.com/products/kelly?variant=408045511640, $, available at Fanm Mon
Deux Mains isn’t just making beautiful leather goods; they’re changing lives in Haiti. The company trains and employs local artisans, giving them skills and a fair wage, so your purchase is helping build a stronger community. Their designs are also aesthetically pleasing, showcasing great craftsmanship and quality.
Deux Mains Wiline Horn Earrings, $75.00, available at Wolf & Badger.
Deux Mains https://www.wolfandbadger.com/us/wiline-horn-earrings/, $, available at Wolf & Badger
If you’re looking for wearable art that sparks meaningful conversations about Black history and culture, look no further than Kerby Jean-Raymond‘s Pyer Moss. The brand is known for innovative shows and pushing the envelope with its designs to tell powerful stories that reflect truth and enlightenment about Black men and women. It’s no wonder why major retailers such as Reebok previously joined forces with the Haitian-American fashion label.
Pyer Moss Cropped Logo Turtleneck Top, $47.99, available at Saks Fifth Avenue.
Pyer Moss https://www.saksfifthavenue.com/product/pyer-moss-x-ree, $, available at Saks Fifth Avenue
Aromatic Perfume Oils was created by Tatiana Fortune with the promise of cruelty-free, phthalate-free, and alcohol-free ingredients. The company is known for a product line that is carefully formulated with research-backed ingredients. With each product Fortune infuses a rich spirit of empowerment and cultural richness.
Aromatic Perfume Oils, Significance Perfume Oil, $32.00, available at Aromatic Perfume Oils.
Aromatic Perfume Oils https://aromaticperfumeoils.com/collections/perfumeoils, $, available at Aromatic Perfume Oils
Fashion designer Stella Jean, known as the “Bridge Connector,” has achieved massive success and widespread acclaim. Born to an Italian father and a Haitian mother, her designs embody multiculturalism, blending bold patterns and classic tailoring to achieve a perfectly fitted aesthetic.
Stella Jean Embroidered Short-Sleeve Shift Minidress, $374.99, available at Saks Fifth Avenue.
Stella Jean https://www.saksfifthavenue.com/product/stella-jean-emb, $, available at Saks Fifth Avenue
Kreyòl Essence (KE) is an eco-friendly brand that uses indigenous ingredients from Caribbean farms with clinically backed scalp and skin care products, specifically from Haiti. The brand’s product formulations focus on hair loss, eczema, and dryness while achieving results extending from glowing skin to growing natural, healthy hair.
Kreyòl Essence Haitian Black Castor Oil – Rosemary Mint, $20.00, available at Ulta Beauty.
Kreyol Essence https://www.ulta.com/p/haitian-black-castor-oil-rosemar, $, available at Ulta Beauty
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