35 Woman-Owned Businesses We Love

Shop our favorite woman-owned businesses for apparel, beauty, food, home and more

June 20, 2023

By: Samantha Lande

Related To:

Shop This Look

Photo By: Portra

Who Runs The World?

International Women’s Day is March 8th but we love celebrating the accomplishments of women all year round. There are so many fantastic businesses across all sectors, founded by, owned by, or run by women. This guide highlights 35 of our favorites, perfect for supporting any day of the year. So many of these make great gifts for anyone on your list.

jennifer fisher spicy salts

Jennifer Fisher not only designs stunning jewelry, she’s also a whiz in the kitchen. Her salt medleys have become a hit amongst those in the know, with her spicy salt being a fan favorite. Add a pinch to roasted vegetables, jazz up a salad, or put it on any meat for a burst of flavor. The sleek packaging makes it a pretty add to your kitchen, too.

BUY IT: Jennifer Fisher: $12.00

ground up nut butters

You’ve had nut butter, but you haven’t really had nut butter until you try it from Ground Up. This woman-owned Portland, Oregon company makes the most delicious and inventive nut butter flavors from cinnamon snickerdoodle to churro and waffle cone. What makes these nut butters even more special is that part of their mission is to help employ women overcoming adversity through their employee training program.

SHOP THE COLLECTION: Amazon, $16.00+

Frankfort Candles

There’s something genius about taking a vintage meaningful item and turning it into a beautiful smelling candle, and that’s what happens at Frankfort Candles. Whether it’s your own unique vessel or one of their stunning finds, pick your favorite scent and they’ll turn it into a candle that can be refilled for years to come.

SHOP THE COLLECTION: Frankfort Candles, $38.00+

Dagne Dover Bags

This company was founded by three women who knew there could be a way to be stylish, organized, and eco-friendly and their brand was born. Beautiful colors, easy to clean, and perfect for the on-the-go lifestyle.

BUY IT: Dagne Dover, $185.00

aviator nation apparel

There’s a cult following for this 1970s Cali inspired woman-founded loungewear brand. From music festivals and the California coast to national and international recognition, people love the unique designs and soft vintage-feel fabric.

SHOP THE COLLECTION: Aviator Nation, $120.00+

top seedz crackers

It’s hard not to want to eat the whole box of these seeded crackers, created by a New Zealand woman entrepreneur that wanted to bring the type of crackers she loved to the States. The gluten and nut free crackers are filled with pumpkin seeds, flax, sunflower seeds and more for a perfect delicious crunch that’s actually good for you.

SHOP THE COLLECTION: Top Seedz, $7.99+

Neon Lace Company

Setting the table doesn’t have to be boring, stuffy or formal, in fact it could be fun. That’s the thought behind this woman-owned independent Hudson Valley business that produces everything from cloth napkins to placemats using Japanese dye-techniques. The result is stunning, reasonably priced items you’ll want on your table, stat.

BUY IT: Neon Lace, $24.00+

Highway 3 Blankets

Two sisters created this adorable baby and kid brand with ultra soft blankets and other personalized gifts that are sure to become a favorite wherever they end up.

SHOP THE COLLECTION: Highway 3, $49.00+

Odele Hair Products

This woman owned and operated business takes all of the yuck out of our hair products taking out the sulfates and thousands of chemicals banned by the EU. No synthetic fragrance here either. The result is an affordable, and clean line that still feels awesome on your hair.

SHOP THE COLLECTION: Target, $11.99

Mimish Storage Bean Bags

This brand, created by two sisters, pulls double duty. It’s a comfortable place for kids to sit and it doubles as a storage area for all of their clutter. Simply unzip and fill the stylish pouf with whatever needs to be put away and then kick back, relax, and lounge.

BUY IT: Mimish Designs, $69.99

City Mouse Diaper Bag

Becoming a parent doesn’t mean you have to give up all style and that’s why the founder Alex, created this stylish and functional brand. The diaper bag sling comes with interchangeable straps for a bit of style and is made of the same material as many other designer bags. Of course it still comes with all you need for a diaper bag: a changing pad, easy to clean material, a place for keys and a sippy cup, and more.

BUY IT: City Mouse NY, $72.99

Dooeys House Shoes

Sometimes you want something to wear in the house that’s not quite a slipper but also not a shoe you trek outside in. Enter Dooeys, the made in Portugal house shoes that are as comfortable as a slipper but more supportive and cute enough to wear if you are hosting a dinner party in your home. They’re earth friendly, too.

BUY IT: Dooeys, $140.00

Tropical Fruit Box

When this Cuban-American mom realized she couldn’t always get the incredible tropical fruits she grew up with, she created a Tropical Fruit box. Choose from a variety of fruit boxes to send to friends around the country to get that tropical feel in your own kitchen.

SHOP THE COLLECTION: Tropical Fruit Box, $39.00+

Kitsch

The wildly popular beauty solutions brand known for its satin pillowcases, satin curlers, and solid shampoos was female-founded. Choose a gift for yourself or a friend.

BUY IT: Kitsch, $16.00

Hatch Maternity Wear

This chic maternity line will make you feel less like you are wearing maternity clothes and more like you are just wearing trendy clothes that happen to accommodate your bump. That was exactly the thought behind this female founded business, which sells organic clothes that you can wear no matter your stage in pregnancy and beyond.

SHOP THE COLLECTION: Hatch, $24.00+

Mielle Organics

When this female founder started getting a huge social following for her beautiful and long hair, she knew she was on to something. She started this awesome hair care brand in 2014 that now boasts 10 different collections with something for every kind of hair. The rosemary mint collection will leave your scalp refreshed and clean.

BUY IT: Mielle Organics, $48.00

Alterre New York Shoes

Ever wanted to design your own shoes? These female founders did, so they created a shoe brand to do just that. Change out the straps for an entirely different look for your shoe. Who said your shoes can’t have a day-to-night moment too.

BUY IT: Alterre NY, $235.00

Iris and Romeo

The female founder of this company believed we had enough on our plate to do, so she combined the three essentials of getting our face ready — skincare, makeup and SPF — into singular products. The result is a very natural makeup that gets the job done without that cakey feeling.

BUY IT: Iris and Romeo, $48.00

Susie Cakes Old-Fashioned Chocolate

These cakes taste just like they came out of a home kitchen, or at least what you’d envision the best homemade cake to be. There’s no surprise that Susie and her cakes amassed a great following. Order one for a birthday or just because — you won’t regret it.

BUY IT: Susie Cakes, $99.00

Lu and Elle Bags

These So Cal inspired bags are fantastic for travel, brunch or a day out and about. The totes have a fun added texture that makes these bags really stand out, and of course all of the functionality of a great bag with a place to store your laptop and a metal closure.

BUY IT: Lu and Elle, $68.00+

Moxie Scrubs

Seeing how hard nurses work, this female founder wanted to create scrubs that weren’t only super comfortable, but were also offered directly to consumers so nurses could choose the styles and features they wanted in their scrubs. Moxie Scrubs was born with a variety of fun and functional styles for those who need them most!

SHOP THE COLLECTION: Moxie Scrubs, $31.99+

Curie Body

This female founder was frustrated that natural deodorants either didn’t work or smelled not so great, so she created her own. The result is a beloved brand that makes better-for-your-body basics including solid deodorant, spray deodorant, and body oil — and they smell good too.

BUY IT: QVC, $26.00+

The Caviar Co.

These two sisters are on a mission to provide sustainable caviar through their women-led San Francisco caviar business. The result is delicious caviar at a variety of different price points with all of the needed accouterments.

SHOP THE COLLECTION: The Caviar Co., $10.00+

Air and Anchor

This Rhode Island-made jewelry is perfect for daily wear but also has that one-of-a-kind vintage look. They work with local makers to craft high quality jewelry, think charms, anklets, necklaces and more.

SHOP THE COLLECTION: Air and Anchor, $38.00+

Here Here Market Female Founders Food Collection

We love a female founded business that supports other female founded businesses, like this market that curates food from culinary creators. They have a number of different food gifts that exclusively highlight amazing women purveyors, chefs, and their delicious goods.

BUY IT: Here Here Market, $77.00

Jones Road

The latest brand from one of the OG beauty female founders, Bobbi Brown, is garnering rave reviews for its clean, natural, and versatile makeup. The miracle balm is a fan favorite.

BUY IT: Jones Road, $38.00

88 acres

This seed based bar and butter company started out of necessity when this female founder saw her husband have an emergency allergic reaction on their fourth date. Even though their bars, granola, and seed butters are allergy friendly, they also pride themselves on offering something that tastes good for everyone, too.

BUY IT: Amazon, $14.99+

Florence by Mills

There are a few celebrity female founded brands that people adore, and this one by Millie Bobby Brown is one of them. These under eye gel pads are free of things like SLS and silicone but still give the under eye depuffing of hydrating gel pads.

BUY IT: Florence by Mills, $23.00

cote wine club

When two renowned female beverage pros get together to curate unique boxes of wine with a Michelin starred restaurant, you know you’re getting good stuff. The boxes are filled with wines that are organic or biodynamic and from lesser known regions so you’ll get delicious, pure wine and you’ll learn something too, with their expert notes and pairing suggestions.

SHOP THE COLLECTION: Cote Wine Club, $100.00

Female Makers and Shakers Box

Send a box of goods all created by companies that are female owned and operated. Enjoy salted chocolate and toffee popcorn, lemon zest almonds, and other delicious treats made by some incredible women across the country.

BUY IT: Mouth, $63.00

Deux Mains

When devastation hit Haiti in 2010, this female founder knew she needed to do something to help people who lived there. She started this leather goods company and opened a facility in Haiti where she employed and provided health insurance for those that make her goods. The result is stunning handbags, leather sandals, and jewelry that helps support the Haitian community.

SHOP THE COLLECTION: Deux Mains, $15.00+

Hadobody Apparel

This female-founded clothing brand was inspired by the founders' wellness and spiritual journey post-mastectomy. All of the clothes are designed with good energy and affirmations top of mind so you can feel good inside and out in the clothes.

SHOP THE COLLECTION: Hadobody, $49.00+

Fly by Jing

Started by a female Chinese chef and entrepreneur, this company offers her take on things like chili crisp or zhoug sauce. These add to everything condiments and sauces have become wildly popular for good reason — they are delicious.

BUY IT: Fly by Jing, $16.00+

Davin and Adley

This female founder used to work with intimates and swimwear at Urban Outfitters, so when it came to designing nursing camis and bras that worked for all sorts of different moms, she knew what was up. She’s also a mom of three. These modern nursing bras and tanks are functional and look good enough to keep wearing even after the breastfeeding days are done.

BUY IT: Davin and Adley, $28.99+

Scenties Pony Tails

If you grew up in the 1980s, you know that everything cool had a scratch and sniff moment. That’s exactly why this mom entrepreneur decided to put some fun in these ponytail holders. These ouchless bands, in scents like brownie sundae and sour apple, will help with hair brushing in the morning. We have a feeling all of their friends will want to jump on the bandwagon too.

BUY IT: Amazon, $8.00

YOU MIGHT ALSO LIKE: 20 Books About Inspiring Women You Should Read to Your Kids, Karen and Deon Derrico's Favorite Black-Owned Brands, The Best Bras for Hands-Free Pumping

Follow TLC on Apple News