Shop CONQUERing Faves: Women-Owned Edition

A huge part of the CONQUERing brand is empowerment. We are dedicated to uplifting others and encouraging people to be the best they can possibly be. 

We are also a small, woman-owned business. We know the challenges it takes to run your own business and have been through many trials to get to where we are today. 

Since it's Women's History Month, we thought we would dedicate a blog post to uplifting some of our favorite women-owned small businesses. 

Our Favorite Women-Owned Small Businesses 

Whether it be brands we've collaborated with, or brands we just love, these are our current faves! 

Women-Owned Brands We've Collaborated With

We wanted to first highlight some of the women-owned businesses that we've collaborated with on CONQUERing products: 

• Resin Rockers®. Founded by CEO Mandy, Resin Rockers® is dedicated to supplying experienced and beginning crafters with premium-quality resin supplies. Mandy is also committed to providing detailed tutorials so crafters don't get frustrated or give up before finishing their art. Check out the Resin Rockers® DIY CONQUERing Jewelry Crafting Essentials Kit and the Resin Rockers® DIY Custom Silicone Element Mold. 
• Complementary Shop. Founded by Chelsey, Complementary Shop creates jewelry that complements the person wearing it. Chelsey creates beautiful jewelry that highlights the beauty in every person that wears it. Check out the Initials Vessel Collection that we made with Complementary Shop. We are constantly collaborating with Chelsey so keep your eye out for future fidget jewelry. 
• FoundKept Shop. Founded by Jenifer, FoundKept is an Etsy store that specializes in nature-inspired and pressed flower jewelry. Jenifer offers various types of jewelry on her Etsy store and has created stunning pressed flower designs with us. Check out the Bold Blooms Vessel Element and keep your eye out for future collabs!
• Sandy Beaches Shop. Founded by a Pacific Northwestern turned East Coaster, Sandy Beaches Shop embodies the spirit of North Carolina. The founder is focused on creating jewelry that features beautiful beach scenes. While we don't have any current products available, we've done amazing beachy-collaborations in the past. Keep your eye out for new fidget jewelry with Sandy Beaches Shop!
• Lion Latch®. Founded by Lerin, the mom of two needed a solution for where to keep her jewelry when her engagement ring was damaged. She developed Lion Latch®, the perfect on-the-go holder to protect your jewelry. Check out the "Love at First Click" Lion Latch® to protect your fidget jewelry!

Women-Owned Businesses We Admire

We also wanted to share some women-owned businesses we love and admire! Check out these small businesses to fill all your fashion needs: 

• Beauty and the Beads. Founded by a mother-daughter duo, we really resonate with Beauty and the Beads. CONQUERing was founded and is currently managed by a mother-son duo! Beauty and the Beads specialize in crafted, handmade jewelry. They use semi-precious gemstones, freshwater pearls, sterling silver charms, and more in their jewelry. 
• Fiddle Stix Boutique. Founded by Jenelle and Daniel, Fiddle Stix Boutique is a fellow small business in Ohio. You can find anything you could possible need here, from permanent jewelry to one-of-a-kind gifts. Check them out if you're getting married for beautiful save-the-dates, invitations, and gift registry help. 
• Beads by Tara. Founded by Tara, Beads by Tara produces high-quality, timeless jewelry that you can wear for a long time. We admire her dedication to sustainability and giving consumers premium jewelry without designer price tags. 
• Loupn. Founded by Grace, Loupn is a jewelry brand that is focused on the importance of self-expression. Grace decided to launch the brand after becoming a mom of two—she realized the importance of self-expression and the power of community. She wanted others to feel seen and be able to express themselves authentically. 
• Alaan. Founded by Camdyn, Alaan is a fashion brand that sells unique, custom pieces. Camdyn creates and models all of the pieces herself. She is also open to commissions for custom pieces. When you shop Alaan, you will elevate your wardrobe. 

Women-Owned Businesses the CONQUERing Community Loves

Finally, we asked members of the CONQUERing Collective Facebook group what their favorite women-owned small businesses are. Here are a few they shared: 

• Mend. Founded by Rachel, Mend is the answer to all your lip balm needs. She only uses natural ingredients and her products are guaranteed cruelty free. As a person who has dealt with depression and anxiety, Rachel felt it was important to donate 10% of all proceeds to mental health care. 
• Malicious Women Co. Founded by Laci, Malicious Women Co. was created to honor Laci's best friend that passed. The names of the candles, and the name of the company, reflect the spunk and quirkiness of Laci's best friend. The candles cover all spectrums of scents and you can even go to her studio in Snohomish, WA to make your own candle!
• The Fidget Game. Founded by Brandi, The Fidget Game was developed using the Science of Reading. As a fellow fidget brand, we know that The Fidget Game can help kids on their learning journey in school. 
• Flourish Beauty Lab. Founded by Kirsten, Flourish Beauty Lab specializes in organic face, body, and hair care. All of the products use non-toxic, hypoallergenic formulas for people who have sensitive skin. 
• Tenth & Pine. Founded by Kerynn, Tenth & Pine is focused on creating high-quality, sustainable baby clothes and accessories. As a mom with a Master's in Business, Kerynn put a lot of love and care into developing these products so they are perfect for little ones everywhere. 
  
• The Poet's Passage. Founded by Lady Lee Andrew and her husband, Nicolas, The Poet's Passage is a staple of Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. You can get unique works of art and poetry books from the store. If you're in Puerto rico, check out her brick and mortar location and see what events she has planned for the community. 
• Darby's Dresses. Founded by Darby, the mission of Darby's Dresses is to be the brand that provides comfortable, stylish clothing for busy women on a budget. This small business offers a mix of resale and boutique clothing in all shapes, sizes, and style preferences. 
• Iris & Rainbow. Founded by Iris, Iris & Rainbow is a boutique that is a safe place for women of all sizes. Iris wanted all women to feel confident and beautiful in their clothing, encouraging all to try new styles and patterns. 
• POPFLEX. Founded by Cassey, POPFLEX started with Cassey's need for a cute yoga bag that fit all of her things. One cute yoga bag turned into a brand of innovative products focused on improving women's lives and their relationships with their bodies. 
• Sash. Founded by Nichole, Sash was invented out of necessity. Nichole needed a comfortable, stylish bag that held everything she owns, and lasts a long time. Sash is designed to be the last bag you'll ever own, made with high-grade genuine leather, the bags feature multiple pockets to keep the contents of your bag organized. 

Commit to Buying from Women-Owned Small Businesses

This list only scratched the surface to all of the amazing women-owned small businesses that are out there. This Women's History Month, commit to buying from women-owned small businesses for all of your needs. 

From food and candles, to stylish jewelry, the possibilities are endless. Who knows, you might even come across a new brand that you love!