Spotlight on our fair trade handbags from Madagascar

Mad Imports, our supplier, is a socially responsible company that sells handmade art and accessories from Madagascar and Kenya. Their eclectic products blend the traditional and contemporary design ideas and craftsmanship of their partner artists who use unique textiles and renewable raw materials. The partnership between local and international artists fosters an exchange of ideas, stimulating the design process and resulting in truly special products. The sale of these products enables families to gain economic independence and earn fair compensation for their talent and hard work. Mad Imports is committed to responsible trade, is sweatshop free and is a member of the Fair Trade Federation.

Our supplier invests in several sustainable development efforts. Currently, they fund the education of the children of our weaver partners and work closely with the Akany Avoko orphanage to provide educational materials, operational funding and support for special projects. Further, they developed a partnership with a community of women in Kenya, supporting their micro-enterprise and funding community development projects. They continue to work closely with their artisan partners to generate sustainable economic development, provide a venue for artistic expression and to stimulate cross-cultural exchange.

The new handbag collection is now available to buy from our website .