In celebration of Black Marriage Day on March 26th, we shine a spotlight on the remarkable journey of Brooke and Xavier Carrington, a power couple whose love story transcends boundaries, both personal and professional. Their union, founded on a shared passion for creativity and entrepreneurship, serves as an inspiring example of resilience, dedication, and unwavering commitment. Brooke and Xavier’s story began during their graduate studies in Boca Raton, FL, where their mutual love for artistic expression forged a bond that would withstand the test of time. Thirteen years into their marriage, they stand as pillars of strength, embracing the joys of family life while navigating the complexities of running multiple successful businesses together.
As founders of Brooke Deron Apparel, Wrapper’s Delight The Wrap Culture, and Balanced Behavior, their podcast, Brooke and Xavier have carved a niche for themselves in the creative industry. Their brands not only reflect their passion for fashion, culture, and parenting but also embody a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and positive representation. In an exclusive interview, Brooke and Xavier share their insights on defining success, the inspiration behind their brands, and the unique challenges they face as a couple in business.
From fostering healthy depictions of Black love to redefining celebrations with culturally rich gift wrap options, their entrepreneurial journey is a testament to the transformative power of love, partnership, and shared vision. As Black Marriage Day reminds us of the beauty and resilience of Black love, Brooke and Xavier Carrington’s story serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration, illuminating the path for future generations to follow in their footsteps.
Join us in celebrating their love, their legacy, and their unwavering commitment to empowering communities one venture at a time.
How do you balance your personal and professional lives as business partners?
Establishing a healthy work/life balance is so important to us. We work really well together and luckily, we actually enjoy it. Because we enjoy it, sometimes work doesn’t feel like work. It feels like quality time instead. We do find it very important to dedicate time to our children and make it a priority to continue dating each other.
What challenges have you faced as a couple running a business together?
Our biggest challenge as a couple in business has been maintaining a clear separation between our personal and professional lives. We are workaholics and establishing work hours and sticking to them has been one of our biggest struggles
What makes your business unique?
Brooke Deron Apparel stands out as a fashion brand that transcends trends, emphasizing individuality and comfort in personal style. Rooted in the philosophy of inspiring confidence, it offers a unique blend of contemporary fashion and empowerment.
Wrapper’s Delight, The Wrap Culture, distinguishes itself by addressing a gap in the market, providing culturally rich and diverse gift wrap options. With a commitment to inclusivity, the brand seeks to redefine celebrations by offering wrapping solutions that authentically represent a wide range of traditions and cultures.
Balanced Behavior, our podcast, is uniquely positioned as a platform dedicated to promoting Black love, joy, and effective parenting. Through genuine conversations and shared experiences, it creates a space for meaningful dialogue, contributing to a positive and inclusive narrative around Black relationships and family dynamics. Each business is a distinctive venture, collectively embodying a commitment to empowerment, diversity, and positive representation.
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