Women love the little things that make life feel softer after a long day. The scent of a candle burning in the evening. A piece of art that makes you pause. A handbag that feels uniquely yours. A touch of honey in tea on a quiet morning. Across Jamaica, many of the things that women love are also the things women create. The Entrepreneur Weekly has been exploring them.

Sometimes what a woman loves most is a moment of peace. The Banyan Glass Jar Candle – 4oz is one of those small luxuries that can transform a space. With tropical notes of guava, mango and papaya layered with peppermint and strawberry, the candle fills a room with a warm, comforting fragrance.

Women are learning to treat self-care not as an occasional indulgence but as a necessity. The Siani Creates Nourishing Self-Care Bundle brings together products designed to support wellness and everyday care, something many women appreciate in the middle of busy schedules.
Fashion is another way women express themselves. From handcrafted pieces to statement accessories, brands like Nadzz Designs offer items that blend creativity with practicality.

A Quart Moon Knitted Bag or knitted scarf from the collection carries the personality and craftsmanship that reflects Jamaican style and individuality.
Some of the things women love are wonderfully simple. The Aunt Bee’s Honey Sachet Bundle captures that idea perfectly. Whether it is stirred into a cup of lemon grass tea, or used in home remedies, honey remains one of those staples in any Jamaican kitchen.
Products like the Scents by St. Clair “Hol’ A Medz” candle or wax melts bring calming scents into living spaces setting the mood for relaxation, creativity and reflection.

ROOTS, RHYTHM & RENEWAL
This Women’s Month, the Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) through its retail arm, Things Jamaican™, is highlighting brands built by Jamaican entrepreneurs whose products bring together creativity, culture and everyday living.
Things Jamaican is pushing over 20 brands through it ‘Roots, Rhythm and Renewal’ campaign designed to help not only Jamaican Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) with market access, but to also encourage Jamaicans to reset by going back to the things we love most.
Things Jamaican stores exclusively retail and promote authentic locally made products which gives shoppers an opportunity to support Jamaica’s national recovery efforts after Hurricane Melissa by buying Jamaica.
An order totalling US$85 and over qualifies you for free shipping. Treat yourself or treat your loved ones while celebrating cultural heritage and resilience of the Jamaican people. Shop now at www.thingsjamaicanshopping.com for more deals and discounts, or visit any of our locations at:
- JBDC Head Office, 14 Camp Road
- Devon House
- Norman Manley International Airport (NMIA)
Visit www.jbdc.net to find out how you can get your products on the Things Jamaican™ shelves.
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