In the wake of COVID-19, we’ve been spending a lot of time here at Create & Cultivate HQ creating new ways to show up for and support our community. We’ve taken our best-in-class conferences online—ICYMI, we hosted our Digital Money Moves Summit and Digital Summer Camp Summit earlier this year, and our Digital Beauty Summit is coming up on July 25th—and we’ve passed the mic to successful small business owners as part of our Ask an Expert IGTV series.

Now, we’re teaming up with Postmates and Square to re-envision the future of retail while supporting small businesses owned by women of color.

From July 15th through August 29th, fellow Angelenos can shop our small business pop up at Platform in Culver City. The unique retail experience allows our L.A.-based community to “window shop” a curated selection of products from seven WOC-owned small businesses, as well as our Shop Create & Cultivate collection of Vegan Leather Essentials, all without stepping a foot inside a physical store.

Exclusively on Postmates, our Los Angeles-based shoppers have the option to place an order for curbside pick-up at Platform or contactless delivery straight to their doorstep. Additionally, shoppers passing through Platform IRL can shop the Create & Cultivate collection by using a QR code, powered by Square.

Can’t wait to get in on the action? Read on to discover, connect, support, and shop the featured women-owned small business, and scroll all the way to the bottom to take a sneak peek of the IRL window-shopping experience.

• Coco and Breezy

  • The iconic eyewear of twin sister DJ and designer duo, Corianna and Brianna Dotson was an instant hit in the entertainment and fashion world with celebrity fans from Beyoncé to Rihanna.

  • Featured Product: Coco and Breezy Handcrafted Unisex Designer Sunglasses ($100)

• Gilded

  • Founded on the belief that body care is a ritual, Blair Armstrong’s ultra-rich body balms, therapeutic bath salts, and body brushes achieve wellness through the art of self-care.

  • Featured Product: Handmade Vessel Candle ($68)

• Jungle Gurl

  • Natalie Golonka draws inspiration from surf culture and Hawaiian island vibes to create her made-to-order swim and resort wear line in Los Angeles. 

  • Featured Product: It’s a Jungle Out There Face Mask ($25)

• Organic Bath Co

  • This award-winning bath and body line by Gianne Doherty and Jay Weeks prides itself on natural, non-toxic ingredients inspired by her mother’s home remedies.

  • Featured Product: Zesty Morning Hand Sanitizer ($8)

• Base Butter 

  • Sheneil Monique and Nicolette Camille's mission was simple: to create skincare that's easy to use and yields results while helping women feel comfortable in their skin. Mission accomplished! 

  • Featured Product: Aloe Vera Face Moisturizer ($21)

• Have a Nice Day 

  • New York-based illustrator, Steffi Lynn turned her love of product design into a cool accessories line that makes people smile.

  • Featured Product: Have A Nice Day Water Bottle ($18)

• Undefined Beauty 

  • Dorian Morris is breaking the rules with her clean, conscious, and Inclusive CBD-infused skincare line packed with powerful botanicals.

  • Featured Product: Limited Edition Glow Detox ($32)

The full experience featuring Platform will be available for curbside pick-up and delivery through August 29th, 2020, exclusively on Postmates. Download Postmates on iOS or Android. Create & Cultivate’s Vegan Leather Essentials Collection is also available nationwide at shop.createcultivate.com, powered by Square.

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