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Here's 6 Black-Owned Watch Brands You Should Know

The truth is, our time has become more precious as the years roll along. You never want to miss the chance to smile, the chance to create memories, and the chance to just live. These Black-Owned watch brands have crafted timepieces that are the perfect accents to the many memories we will continue to create.



Eartha


Founded by Emir Horton, Earth Watches were designed for the next generation of Leaders, Innovators, and Visionaries who have a mission. Eartha was founded on two key principles: time and legacy. Eartha watches serve as a reminder of the rich resource of time which we all have been given to reach our highest potential.


Benson


Founded by Marcel Benson, Benson was founded on the principle that "Time Should Be Spent Doing What You Love" it is our goal that our beautiful creations serve as sparks of inspiration for anyone who comes in contact with our brand!


Vitae


Founded by Will Adoasi, Vitae is a Black-owned fashion accessories brand that specializes in high-quality, stylish watches at affordable prices. In addition to producing top-quality timepieces, Vitae uses fashion to give back and each watch purchase helps support underprivileged school children in Sub-Saharan Africa by providing them with educational resources that allow them to attend school and study



Banneker


Founded by Derrick Holmes, Banneker watches and clocks invite you on a journey to wear history while you share it. The goal is to tell the story of Benjamin Banneker's many great achievements in hopes of reinvigorating the creative spirit among all of us. The brand features real luxury wood in every timepiece to honor the achievements of Benjamin Banneker who, in 1753, built the 1st striking clock in America from parts hand-carved of wood.


Verdure


Founded by Eddie Johnson, Verdure, which means strength, is a brand that is setting a high standard for style and elegance with a hit of comfortability. They specialize in luxury watches for both men and women that can be worn on a casual day with jeans or with a 3-piece suit.


SpringBreak


Springbreak (SPGBK) Watches is a company, based out of North Carolina, that was launched by childhood friends Kwame Molden and Maurice Davis who attended the same pre-school, middle school, high school, and even the same historically black college. The goal was to create a company with a scholastic theme, centered around education. This brand provides an amazing variety of impactful, unique, & colorful watches that draw strength and inspiration from community & culture, our beautiful childhood experiences growing up in Fayetteville, and our strong passion for education (hence the name "Springbreak").

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