Artisans

The Woven Beauty of Nigerian Brand: ETHNIK by Tunde Owolabi

by Natalie Kimani|25 September 201730 November 2017|Design, Fashion

Reinvent and sustain culture. It’s already a fact that Africa is a hub of prodigious design. Nevertheless, now more than ever, it needs to go a step further and preserve heritage; before the techniques and stories are disremembered. So what...

Sandal Your Soles with Rwandan Shoe Brand, UZURI K&Y

by Natalie Kimani|04 September 201730 November 2017|Business, Fashion

Every personal shoe collection needs sandals. On a continent that receives its fair share of sunny days and heat waves, these chic alternates to flip-flops are a necessity. However, just because you need them doesn’t mean that they should be...

Karen Walker Ethical Fashion Initiative celebrating Kenyan Artisans in Spring 2014 Campaign

by The Designers Studio|30 January 201430 January 2014|Fashion

Karen Walker, New Zealand based fashion designer, never ceases to surprise when she comes out with a new eyewear campaign in every season. This time around, Karen Walker celebrates Kenyan artisans in her new eyewear campaign, dubbed Visible, who have crafted a series...