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The Khaya Waistbag - The Encounter

$149.00

Introducing The Khaya Waistbag. A unisex limited edition capsule. A modern take on the fannypack using strong and structured lines to showcase a reinterpretation of traditional African aesthetics.

Printed vegetable tanned leather comprising of three African inspired custom graphics of which two were created especially for us in collaboration with artist Brian Tompkins.

The Encounter:

Deriving inspiration from the geometric shapes handwoven on traditional Kuba cloth, then taking those shapes and creating ones with softer and more curved lines, Multidisciplinary Artist, Brian Tompkins created an amalgamation between the Kuba shapes and Bushmen drawings found in Southern Africa.

And out of this amalgamation ca

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The Khaya Waistbag - Scatterbrain

VALOYI

$149.00

Introducing The Khaya Waistbag. A unisex limited edition capsule. A modern take on the fannypack using strong and structured lines to showcase a reinterpretation of traditional African aesthetics.

Printed vegetable tanned leather comprising of three African inspired custom illustrations of which two were created especially for us in collaboration with artist Brian Tompkins.

Scatterbrain:

Drawing inspiration from the geometric shapes handwoven on traditional Kuba cloth, multiple-disciplinary artist Brian Tompkins named this custom pattern 'Scatterbrain' as he saw that the shapes mimic the folds of the brain.

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The Kedi Bag - Black & White Bogolan

VALOYI

$145.00

We’ve combined the classical beauty and tradition found in the handcrafted Bogolan cloths of the Malian people with natural vegetable tanned leather to create unique drum/bucket bags we’ve named Kedi.

One of the best known traditional African cloths, Bògòlanfini (bogolan), or “mud cloth", is a handmade Malian cotton fabric dyed using a process of fermented mud that dates back to the 12th century. It has an important place in traditional Malian culture and has, more recently, become a symbol of Malian cultural identity.

Although made and used by many Malian ethnic groups, the designs made by the Bambana people are the ones which have the most international recognition.

In the Bambara language, spoken

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The Asi Pouch

VALOYI

$45.00

Born out of a need for hands-free practicality, Asi is your newest companion to carry your most essential bare minimums with you wherever you may go.

Created with quality and simplicity in mind, this timeless design fits your cellphone, cards, or a passport for when we are all ready to resume our journeys.

Worn cross-body, around the neck, or remove the strap and use the round carabiner to clip it onto your belt loop or any other bag.

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Corset Tie and Dye Dress

ARA Emporium

$75.00

This boned corset dress is made from 100% cotton tie and dye fabric created in my home town of Abeokuta (the town under the rock). This dress can be layered over a polo neck, a pair of trousers or pants or worn as a summer dress. We love a dress that is multi functional.

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Prescilia Knit Top

ARA Emporium

$45.00

Part of the Be You neutral tone capsule collection, this wrap knit top is made from cashmere feel knit luxurious knit with elasticated sleeve to pull up to 3/4 length or worn as full sleeve. The top is comfortable to lounge in but also suitable going out when paired with heels or trainers or mules.

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Organza Puff Sleeve Blouse

ARA Emporium

$35.00

Made from a pink organza fabric, this SS20 trend is one that will last in any wardrobe. Looking for inspiration on how to style, try layering over a dress, wear as tie front blouse, wear with a skirt or pants or layer over a polo neck during the winter.