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Danielle Deavens

Charlotte, NC

About Me

Danielle is an entrepreneur, writer, and former magazine editor living in St. Louis, MO. When she's not typing away on her laptop, she's likely cooking, posting a photo of her food on Instagram, or binge re-watching her favorite shows and movies. She is also the co-founder of Bold Xchange, an online shop for black-owned brands.


Latest Stories

I (Finally) Stopped Shopping at Trader Joe’s and Saved Money on My Grocery Bill
“We're a couple on a strict budget, and this is a game-changer.”
May 26, 2024
Stephanie Baptist Reimagined What an Art Gallery Could Be
Design Changemakers 2023
Medium Tings was born from Baptist’s focus on spatial design — how various elements live and interact in the same space, both creating and being influenced by the environment.
Feb 15, 2023
20 Black-Owned Brands That Have Your Valentine’s Day Gifts Covered
Artisan chocolates infused with an award-winning Black-owned whiskey; stunning jewelry for any style and budget; a sweet puzzle for kids—read on to get gift ideas for everyone on your Valentine’s Day list.
Feb 2, 2021
15 Black-Owned Businesses to Shop for the Holidays
Everything from candles to hand-carved cutting boards and designer chocolates.
Nov 4, 2020
Here’s What it Really Means to Support Black-Owned Businesses—and How to Do It
Not only is business ownership a wealth-generating activity, but supporting black-owned businesses keeps money in the community for longer, mitigating the effects of racial disparities.
Jun 30, 2020
9 Black Design Professionals Share Their Thoughts on Diversity in Design
The resounding refrain: Lack of visibility should not be connoted with nonexistence.
Feb 24, 2020
My New Favorite Christmas Tradition: Buying Presents from Black-Owned Brands
It all started with a pocket square.
Dec 13, 2019