Inspired by the colors of nature, black stands for human suffering, white for Serenity. Handwoven by artisans in Kenya. The medium crossbody shoulder bags are handcrafted from nature using sisal fiber from the agave plant and dyed using natural dyes. They can be used as your go to work bag, step into town, weekend bag and daily accessory. It has a rich, textural, rustic feel that is elegant and comfortable. Sisal gets softer and more durable as it ages.
Features: 1. Durable, organic plant-based fiber that is sustainably harvested from the agave plant. It is eco-friendly, biodegradable and earth conscious. Dye comes from nature. 2. A flap and zipper closure. 3. adjustable leather strap.
Sustainability: The sisal fiber is sustainably harvested from the self-replenishing leaves of the agave plant. It is rich with fiber. The fiber is dried and dyed with locally sourced natural dye either from plants, tree bark, flowers or soil. The process is sustainable, the women weave in their homes in their traditional weaving circles. Their role as mothers and care takers remains intact. Our products are sustainable with 100% transparency. Our revenue funds sustainable solutions and impact in our artisan villages.
Ethical Fashion: Ethical fashion is the awareness of the people and the process of making our products. It is fashion that is morally right for the people that create, the environment they are in and fair compensation of their effort. This bag is handmade by women in their community using ancient weaving craftsmanship.
About SAWA SAWA: We are a black woman, sustainable, non-profit eco-fashion brand. Co-founded by Anne and Catherine. Our mission is to empower artisan women in Kenya by harnessing their ancient skills in weaving, beading, art and more to provide a sustainable dignified income. We buy from the women to give them an income and a platform to share their skills. We re-invest the revenue into various 501(c)3 non-profit empowerment programs especially reproductive health education and menstrual hygiene kits for girls in school, food, water and medical camps in partnership with others.
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The product will get to the customer in 2 to 5 days.