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She sets the table, curates the playlist, lights the candles, and somehow makes everyone feel at home. Now it's time to gift the woman who does it all—thoughtfully.
Welcome to WeLoveUs.shop powered by ESSENCE, your go-to destination for hostess gifts that go beyond the expected. These are elevated finds designed to bring beauty, ease, and intention into her space—and into her life. From luxe wellness essentials to self-care staples she'll reach for long after the guests are gone, every piece is a thank-you wrapped in purpose.
Because the best hostess gifts don't just say thanks for having me—they say I see you. And when you shop WeLoveUs.shop, you're doing even more. Every purchase directly supports a Black woman founder, helping her grow her business while enriching our collective community.
Consider this your cue to skip the last-minute bottle and choose something lasting. For the hostess with the mostest, the gift should feel just as intentional as the gathering itself.
Here are two founders you can invest in right now.
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| | Brand: Sarep & Rose Founder: Robin Sirleaf
For the hostess who blends style with soul, Sarep & Rose isn't just a gift — it's a story she'll carry. Each piece marries thoughtful design with genuine impact — from rescued leather accessories to modern everyday essentials rooted in heritage and resilience
"We travel across the African continent to discover the best materials and makers to design goods that challenge outdated narratives of African peoples, places, and things. " — Robin Sirleaf
Why You Need It: These aren't ordinary accessories — they're functional, elegant, conversation-worthy pieces she'll reach for again and again. And behind every gift is a Black woman founder who's weaving purpose into every stitch.
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| | Founder: Camille Newman Brand: Body by Love
Turn everyday care into a love language for the hostess who gives so much.
"Body By Love was created as a reminder that caring for your body is an act of love—one you deserve to practice daily." — Camille Newman
Why You Need It: Body By Love transforms body care into a moment of intention and restoration. Thoughtfully crafted to nourish skin while soothing the senses, each product invites her to slow down, reconnect, and receive the same care she so effortlessly gives others. As a hostess gift, it's more than indulgent—it's affirming. A beautiful way to say thank you, rest, and you are worthy of this too.
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| | On The Dot: What We're Reading on Essence.com | |
| | For the Foodie "There's more to tea than meets the taste buds. At least, that's the case with Black-owned brand Tea Please. Created by Jasmine Oliver, the WeLoveUs.Shop partner is a loose-leaf tea company that specializes in dessert-flavored teas. The idea for the brand came to her in 2017, when she sought dessert alternatives: rich flavors, but with a lot less sugar. So in 2019, she launched Tea Please, aiming to create healthier options, allowing for people to indulge without the guilt and calories." | |
| | | NEWS | | | | | | | WeLoveUs.Shop partner Tea Please turns rich, dessert flavors into loose-leaf teas that let you indulge with less sugar and more intention. | | | |
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| | For Economical Gifting "The Christmas holiday is right around the corner, and chances are, if you're serious and not too busy, you've probably already bought gifts for your day ones: your parents, your partner, your bestest girlfriend, and your kids. But if other people are waiting on you for something special under the Christmas tree, and you're willing to give something good without spending big, you'll be glad to know that WeLoveUs.Shop, powered by ESSENCE, our impressive marketplace that empowers Black creators, is filled with items sure to happily fill stockings this holiday and beyond. " | |
| | | COMMERCE | | | | | | | Big-aura gifts don't need a big price tag. These small, affordable finds are perfect for stuffing stockings this Christmas. | | | |
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