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5 Emerging South Asian artists and small businesses that you need to know about!

Check out their instagram pages (tagged) to see the beautiful artistry bringing together rich South Asian art forms and transforming them into modern work.

#desiart #southasian #smallbusiness #handpainted #digitalart

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This mind map documents my research on what I consider to be real vegan leather. I didn’t include pleather because it also has a negative impact on the environment and it can be made VERY poorly.

A common theme I found while researching these materials and innovations in the creation of animal leather is that it’s been done not by large corporations or organizations affiliated with them, but by small organizations, businesses and designers and students.

#thesiscollection #leathersustainability #plantleather #leatherfashion #veganleather

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Last night was everything 🤍

Our first Saheli & Supper was intimate, and it created the most beautiful space for connection, vulnerability, and meaningful conversation. So grateful for the women who trusted us and showed up with open hearts.

A soft, powerful beginning ✨

#saheliandsupper #supperclub #womenscommunity #dmvcommunity #womensupportingwomen

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Supporting women of color got a little easier with the @theranibox - a curration of amazing products by women of color! They have a subscription and you can subscribe to get a heads up about their next drop!

Also got some goodies from @purdyandfigg which I love!! They have amazing non toxic cleaning products.

@pampersus diapers - size is a little small but maybe for baby #2? Lol 🙏🏼

The @lumeboxpro - let me know if you need a discount link!

@monkeys__coffee - such amazing and well crafted coffee!

Let me know if you’ll be trying these!

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some of the coolest people ever @milna.market 🤎🤎 #southasianphotographer #southasianphotography #desiphotographer #desiphotography #nyceventphotographer

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From food to fashion to beauty
@milna.market was a whole experience 🎥✨
Loved capturing and spotlighting these incredible South Asian businesses.

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who would’ve thought this geography nerd would be out here planning a music festival?

well here we are. presenting GULABI RAIN, seattle’s first south asian music festival. 4.4.2026

sending sound waves with some of the biggest names in desi american music. Shuba. KOAD. Avara.

bollywood afterparty included and my boy @dhuuuuuun opening

event planning and embracing our rich desi culture are very dear to me, and i’m so proud of the legacy we’ve built these past 3 years at @desivibesseattle with 500+ people events, garba stars, boat parties, spooky diwali but at the end of the day a thriving community focused on building authentic connections.

this has been in the works for months now so i hope to see y’all there!

design credits: @malai.studios

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Cherry blossoms in the air. Bass in your chest. South Asian music, center stage.

GULABI RAIN🌸🌧️
ft. KOAD • AVARA • SHUBA
• @dhuuuuuun opening
• Bollywood afterparty by DJ Jay

Seattle’s about to witness history.
$50 right now. $60 soon.

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I recently discovered @theranibox and instantly resonated with their mission, always featuring new, innovative, and meaningful women-of-color-owned brands in every box. ✨📦💖
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I’ve spent so much time in the past curating gifts for friends and family, but @theranibox makes it effortless with thoughtfully curated boxes filled with beautiful and useful items made by women-of-color-owned companies. I got the “Xoxo, Rani” box and genuinely love everything inside… Such a diverse mix of treats that feel intentional and special. 💝

Brands featured (in order of appearance):
1. JayaSkın Face Masks, Applicator, Reusable Cotton Makeup Remover @shopjayaskin
2. Nazuk Usma Brow Mask @nazuk_beauty
3. Aditi Flower Drop Earrings @aditi.thebrand
4. Infusion Candle Co. Jasmine Chai Travel Candle @infusioncandleco
5. Sage and Veda Radiant Gold Glow Roll-On @sage.and.veda
6. Sonela Beauty Peptide Light
Plumping Lip Gloss @sonelabeauty
7. Soul Tara Cosmic Starlight -
A Guided Healing Journal @_soultara_
8. Malai Studios Chai Cheers Hand-Drawn Print @malai.studios
9. Psha Labs Rosemary & Redensyl Activating Scalp Spray @pshalabs

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I Iive for a curated gift box, it reminds me of the good ol’ @ipsy days. But this one is extra special because it’s South Asian-owned and done with so much love.♥️

What began as Neha’s (@nehanayy) love for intentional gifting grew into a mission to spotlight women of color who deserve to be seen, celebrated, and supported. Because the best gifts aren’t just about what’s inside the box—it’s about how it makes someone feel.

Meet ✨The Rani Box ✨ a curated gift box dedicated entirely to products made by women of color—thoughtfully designed to make intentional shopping feel effortless.🙌🏾🙌🏾

Tap to support all the brands in the box.✨

@shopjayaskin — Ritual-worthy skincare essentials designed to turn everyday self-care into a moment of calm.

@sonelabeauty — High-performance beauty rooted in intention, delivering glow, nourishment, and confidence in every swipe.

@aditi.thebrand — Modern heirloom jewelry that celebrates softness, strength, and timeless South Asian femininity.

@malai.studios — Thoughtfully crafted textiles and art pieces that weave culture, comfort, and conscious design into daily life.

@infusioncandleco — Hand-poured fragrances that transform any space into a warm, sensory escape.

@pshalabs — Science-forward hair care powered by botanicals to restore strength, growth, and scalp health.

@nazuk_beauty — Precision beauty rituals inspired by tradition and elevated for the modern glow.

@_soultara_ — Soulful tools for reflection, healing, and reconnecting with your inner light.

@sage.and.veda — Radiant, plant-powered self-care designed to illuminate skin and spirit alike.

Link 🔗 in bio to purchase by February 9th if you’d like to receive it by Valentine’s Day.❣️❣️

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The gift @nehanayy was always searching for didn’t exist—so she created it.♥️✨

What began as Neha’s love for intentional gifting grew into a mission to spotlight women of color who deserve to be seen, celebrated, and supported. Because the best gifts aren’t just about what’s inside the box—it’s about how it makes someone feel.

Meet ✨The Rani Box ✨ a curated gift box dedicated entirely to products made by women of color—thoughtfully designed to make intentional shopping feel effortless.🙌🏾🙌🏾

Inside each @theranibox, you’ll discover products crafted by WOC across diverse backgrounds, cultures, and stories. Every item is chosen with care, so whether you’re shopping 🛍️ for a loved one or treating yourself, each purchase carries meaning, impact, and purpose.💌

Tap the link 🔗 in bio or comment RANI below.

🗓 Final day to purchase: February 9th.

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These are the amazing products you’ll find in your “Xoxo, Rani” Box 🩷 Available now for purchase, link in bio

PS - We are so excited to partner with such incredible WOC vendors! Make sure to give them some love 💫

[The Rani Box, WOC, women of color in business, support, small business, shop small business]

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