JULY 2021 $164 RETAIL VALUE
TURN THE VOLUME UP ON YOU!
Comfort Activities FOR WHEN YOU'RE FEELING ANXIOUS
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BLACK GIRL YOGIS
Summer 2021 STYLE TRENDS
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BLACK ed at str lu Il GIRL EDITION
SUMMERTIME JAZZ
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JULY 2021 Model of Melanificence 3 Piece Necklace, $35
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BLACK Illustrated GIRL edition
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hey say that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Well, behold, the Black woman...a marvelous example of beauty transcended into blacknificence. Each one is a magnificent work of art whose life, beauty, and strength captivates the world. Yes, Honey, they see you! This Black Girl Illustrated Brown Sugar Box is filled with the fabulous accessories and gear that will, most definitely, get you an audience of admirers (and imitators). Ladies, you are going to love The Shore Thing Jersey Maxi Dress. This short and sassy jawn will have you feeling all cute when you’re out and about. You can lux things up by pairing this sweet piece with our Model of Magnificence Necklace set and the Ain’t She A Work Of Art Anklet. Now, that is how you make a real statement! Yes, this month’s collection is bringing all of the fire for your summer looks. The cross body can double as a camera case and is perfect for holding keys, your sanitizer, your phone, or any other accessories that you need while you’re doing your thing. Go ahead, Sis, and live out loud!
(1 OF 2 3PC, GOLD OR SILVER)
Our Model of Melanifience Necklace Set is giving everything that it’s supposed to give and more. With its brilliant finish and complimentary pieces that encourage layering, you will be absolutely radiant when you wear this beautiful set. Available in 2 designs: Yes, Queen! and Motherland Magic.
We Promise You: 5-6 Items at an $85 value
This month’s value:
$164
“Ain’t She A Work Of Art” Anklet, $30 (1 OF 2 SETS, GOLD OR SILVER)
There is something so fabulous about an anklet. Dainty and perfectly suited to bring just the right attention, the Ain’t She A Work of Art Anklet always comes through. Bring all of the radiance when you pair it with the Model of Melanificence Necklace Set. Available in 2 styles: So Fearless, If I Ruled the World and Eclectic by Nature.
“Whip it Real Good” Whipped Body Butter, $20 (1 OF 2)
Get that melanin glow with our nourishing whipped body butter. Ginger Peach and Eucalyptus & Mint are infused with organic shea butter, pumpkin seed butter, mango butter, kokum butter, avocado oil & essential oil blend. 8 oz.
Shore Thing Jersey Maxi Dress, $44 (1 OF 3 DESIGNS)
Cute and flirty, the Shore Thing Jersey Maxi Dress will quickly become your go-to dress of the summer season. The shorter style and soft material make this dress warm-weather ready, and the shape is flattering on, literally, any body. Available in 3 designs: Her Future is Bright, Animated Diva, and Majestic Girl. Wear your dress as-is or get creative with different ways to style it.
Feminine Fine Camera Bag/Cross Body $35 (1 OF 5 STYLES)
No matter where you’re headed, the Feminine Fine Cross Body is sure to serve the right look. Perfect as a camera bag, this cross-body purse will give you the space that you need for your favorite accessories and necessities. Available in 5 styles: Black Rose, Brown Serenity, Black Girl Fierce, Brown Skin Paradise, and Brown Sugar Dreams.
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JULY 2021
Summer 2021
STYLE TRENDS Cat-Eye Sunglasses + 1960's Frames By Girl Tyler
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ll right, girls! It’s time to (safely) start going out more and wearing less. We’ve been indoors long enough. Back to the streets we go! Here are a few trends and styling tips we're seeing. Pair these looks with the tanks and accessories from your most recent Brown Sugar boxes!
The category is: Fierce! You can never go wrong with a stylish statement frame. Keep a pair in the car for a long drive and one in your bag for when you pop out for brunch!
Looking for a no strings attached relationship? Why not start with your closet? Wrap-tie tops ruled the '90s and they are here to stay. Long-sleeve tie waist crop tops are great for cool summer nights. Try a wrap cropped tie shirt with a pair of baggy jeans and your favorite sneakers.
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Business in the front, party in the back. Enough said!
Crochet A blast from the past, this wildly popular style from the 1970's is back. Today's crochet revival has a more sophisticated look. Expect to see more crochet halter tops, shorts, and maxi dresses.
Distressed Shorts
Tie-Strings
Open-back Tops + Dresses
Thigh meat is having a moment!! Shorts are always a summer staple, but the latest ripped style is a walk on the wild side. Highfashion cookout couture! So, grab the scissors and DIY! Make your own distressed shorts from an old pair of jeans.
Kaftans Casual and elegant all in one. Kaftans are everything you want in a cover up for a day at the pool or a beach getaway. (Psst...we sent you one last month!)
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JULY 2021
TURN THE
VOLUME UP On You! By Saeeda Ruffin
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andemic doldrums. They have made most of us a little quieter — a little more reserved. It has been more than a year since virtually everything in the world came to a screeching halt. As the world slowly reopens, the excitement is mounting. It feels as if there’s a whole different world/life/you out there just waiting to be discovered! No doubt about it, Sis, the vibe now is not only about reclaiming your time, it’s also about rediscovering and even redefining the things that make you feel happy and fulfilled. This is your season to reach beyond the basics and kickstart your next chapter. Silent and dormant for way too long; this is your moment to resurface and shine brighter...out loud! Not sure where to start? No worries, we got you. Here are four ways to turn up the volume on YOU:
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SPARKLE AND SHINE Wear accessories that command attention! Get them checking you out from head to toe. Your Izzy and Liv Anklet and Layered Necklace will most certainly make that happen for you. They will add just the right amount of finesse to your wardrobe this summer. Be prepared for all eyes to be on you. They won’t be able to help it.
ABANDON THE OLD AND EMBRACE THE NEW It may be time to update your wardrobe. Nothing says “I’m here” more than a new ’fit. Summer will bring the heat, so choose flattering ensembles that accentuate all the “right” areas. Take this time to rediscover fashion and try to break free from the less-than-fly “covid
isolation” gear many of us have grown accustomed to sporting. No more, Sis! One look that never fails is a soft and free-flowing style. Your Izzy and Liv maxi dress is totally that, and when you wear it, cuteness will ensue, for sure!
BE-YOU-TIFY No doubt about it, Sis, you are beautiful. Nevertheless, we like to add a little bit of flava to our look sometimes. Now is the perfect time to try some different makeup techniques. No, that does not mean you need to beat your face every day — but you can if it makes you feel even more beautiful. Bottom line: the way you feel on the inside should resonate on the outside, so give them face. Give them fabulous, Queen!
STEP OUT OF THE ORDINARY The world has been dormant for way too long. This summer, do that thing you have always wanted to do, then let folks know that you did it. That’s right! If you want to skydive. Do it! If you want to learn to play chess. Do it! Never learned but always wanted to be able to swim? Do it! If the pandemic hasn’t taught us anything else, it’s taught us to not take opportunities to live life out loud for granted. So, think of it as making up for lost time and get out there. Turn up the volume on your life! Go ahead and do things BIG, have fantastic fun and delve into phenomenal new experiences. Your life will be amazingly amplified!
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JULY 2021
Black Girl Yogis
TO FOLLOW ON INSTAGRAM By Girl Tyler
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e’re having a HEALED girl summer. If you’re on a wellness journey, you’ve come to the right place. Just Relax, Relate, Release. Yoga is an ancient practice which combines physical and mental exercises with loads of great benefits including stress and anxiety reduction; improved heart health; and increased flexibility. All body types are welcome! Calm your mind and strengthen your body while reaping the benefits of yoga. Remember to be gentle with yourself when beginning a new wellness journey and know that there is a sisterhood out there waiting for you. As quiet as it’s kept, Black girls rule the yoga space. There are countless Black-women owned studios across the country. Find one in your city or join them from the comfort of your home. More and more women are leaving their worries on their yoga mat and documenting their journeys on social media. Whether you’re new to the mat or an OG, let your soul flow while following the teachings of these Black girl Yogis:
Octavia Raheem @octaviaraheem
Davina Davison @movewithdavina
Dr. Chelsea Jackson Roberts @chelsealovesyoga
Paris Alexandra @paris_alexandra
Karen Taylor Bass @karentaylorbass
Alicia Ferguson @aliciadoes.yoga
Koya Webb @koyawebb
Liza Colpa @lizacolpa
Jasmine Y. Allen @withjasmineallen
Alicia Tillman @awkwardyogagirl
Sanaa Jaman @ladydork
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12 COMFORT ACTIVITIES
for When You’re Feeling Anxious By Girl Tyler
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e know that you have a lot on your mind right now. Even when things are going well and the good outweighs the bad, it’s easy to become overwhelmed. Anxiety is super common these days. The world is reopening and everyone is feeling uneasy for a variety of reasons. While panic is settling in around you, you don’t have to give in to fear and anxious thoughts. Exercise is often recommended to help combat stress and anxiety, but let’s face it...sometimes you just don’t feel like it and that’s okay! Easy does it, sis. Slow and steady is the only way to beat racing thoughts. Effective therapy, consistent spiritual practice, and self-care rituals are key in managing stress, sometimes the best remedy is a hard reset. The next time anxious feelings creep in, put your phone on Do Not Disturb and try these comfort activities.
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Binge your favorite feel-good films and TV shows.
Write down everything in your life that brings you joy and tuck it away in a safe space to revisit for the next time you’re feeling drained.
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Run a warm bath, drop in your favorite essential oils, pour a glass of wine, light some candles, and soak your worries away.
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Gather up your favorite photos and keepsakes from the past then have a hearty dose of nostalgia by scrapbooking.
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Go for a walk and recite positive affirmations. Declutter and redecorate your space.
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Meditate aka just breathe and exist. You don’t have to be on all the time. A reset will do the trick in calming your anxiousness.
Turn on an Izzy & Liv playlist and dance your worries away.
Unfollow social media accounts that make you feel crappy. (Trust me, this is VERY comforting)
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Call your best girlfriend. Laughter is healing! Try a new dessert recipe.
Give yourself a pedicure.
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beauties Izzy & Liv customers truly are THE BEST! We LOVE seeing your social media posts sharing your boxes each month. Here are a few highlights from May 2021.
Congratulations to last month’s WINNER! NAME HERE was randomly selected from sharing Brown Sugar love on social media to WIN her free box. Thank you to everyone who shared! Stay in it to win it and don’t forget to share this box using hashtags #brownsugarbox #izzyandliv for your chance to win next month’s giveaway. BONUS: Join our Facebook Group: The Brown Sugar Lounge, for a SECOND CHANCE to win a free box.
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JULY 2021
SUMMERTIME JAZZ By Girl Tyler
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ummertime was made for jazz. Sweltering summer days become chilly summer nights that unleash moments of spontaneity, filled with passion. You rule the night. Set the scene with soulful chaos and improvisation. This Summertime Jazz playlist is for unexpected adventures and divine relaxation. An immortal Black artform, Jazz was birthed from a desire for liberation. So be free and run wild as you paint the city with this collection of performances from the greats and leaders of the new school:
• Summertime by Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald • Long, Long Summer by Dizzy Gillespie • Cook’s Bay by Kenny Barron Trio • When Can I See You by Herbie Hancock • After The Rain by Boney James • Forbidden Fruit by Kandace Springs • Good morning Heartache by Jill Scott and Chris Botti • So Emotional by Miles Davis ft. Lalah Hathaway • Some Other Spring by Billie Holiday • Funkier Than a Mosquito’s Tweeter by Nina Simone • Mona Lisa by Nat King Cole • You’ve Got it Bad Girl by Quincy Jones • I’m New Here by Gil Scott-Heron and Makaya McCraven • Sun Glimpse by Gerald Clayton • Caravan by Thelonious Monk • Truth by Kamasi Washington • After the Rain by John Coltrane • Is it Love? by Thundercat • Mocean by Kendrick Scott • Free Your Mind by Jazzmeia Horn • Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This by Rachelle Ferrell and Will Downing • Crowned and Kissed by Esperanza Spalding
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Frequently asked questions
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Can I change my size preference for future boxes? Yes, you can do so inside your Brown Sugar Box account on izzyandliv. com, or you can email us at support@izzyandliv.com to update your preferences for you.
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When will I be billed for next month’s box? You will be rebilled on the 1st of the month for the next box. You will not be billed for the next box until after the box from the current month has been shipped/ delivered.
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What is your cancellation policy? Your subscription can be cancelled at any time in your Brown Sugar Box Account Settings at izzyandliv.com. If you’ve already been billed for the next box (1st of the month), your cancellation will take affect the next billing cycle. To cancel your subscription, login to your account and click on the Subscription tab, then click “edit” next to your subscription. You can also email us to request that we cancel for you.
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Can I exchange or return items in my box? We cannot accept returns at this time for Brown Sugar Box items, but we welcome your feedback to improve. Email us at support@ izzyandliv.com to share your thoughts. We value your feedback and our mission is to make every Brown Sugar Box more than worth your while! Your feedback will help us to make sure we make this box amazing and valuable as it can be. As far as the item(s), you can always gift them to a friend, coworker, or family member- these items make GREAT gifts! Can I skip a month without cancelling? Yes, you can skip a future month delivery and not be billed for it, without having to cancel your entire subscription. Once logged into your Brown Sugar Box account at izzyandliv. com, you will need to open the “Delivery Schedule” tab. There you will see all upcoming deliveries for your subscription. To skip a delivery you just need to click “Skip” to the right of each relevant delivery. This will only skip that one delivery. To skip multiple deliveries you will need to click “Skip” next to each relevant one. Alternatively, you can email to have us skip deliveries for you.
How can I share photos or unboxing videos with you? Yes! We live for customer feedback & reviews! Just post your pics or video on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Youtube etc. and hashtag #brownsugarbox, #izzyandliv and @izzyandliv. You can also leave a photo review on the Brown Sugar Subscription page! If you make a blog post email us with the link. If your social media is private we will not be able to see your post, so feel free to email us to let us know where to check it out! Something went wrong with my order/ delivery what should I do? Should you have an issue with your box items (damage, received wrong size, etc) you must notify us at support@izzyandliv. com, with photo(s), within 7 days of receipt of your package. After 7 days, we will not be able to process requests related to this month’s box. If your box was returned due to consumer error, please reach out to customer service for reshipment at an additional cost.
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I have feedback or questions, who do I contact? We can be reached at support@izzyandliv.com
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