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Satisfashion UG Picks: 5 Ugandan-Owned Handbag Brands That Should Be On Your Radar
Before now, made-in-Uganda bags were probably looked down upon in terms of quality. Today, Ugandan bag brands are sourcing the best materials while designing unique pieces that can compete with international counterparts. And with this curated list of made-in-Uganda bags, you’re in for a treat.
From brands seen on our favorite fashion influencers to new brands you should be paying attention to, click through our gallery, and remember to make an order.
Bold In Africa
If you are yet to be introduced to Bold‘s sleek handbags, it’s time to get acquainted. The Kampala-based accessories brand is created using traditional techniques by local artisans in community-driven workshops. The result? Beautifully made bags that highlight its sustainable materials and exude Afro-centric fashion.
Hawaz Gallery
Kampala-based Hawaz Gallery is one brand that has been on a lot of fashionista’s style radars and is one brand you look to for vibrant pieces that are also wildly stylish. With genuine and hand made beaded pieces, Hawaz Gallery wants you to be your best self navigating this world in chic beaded bags
Elijah Mcquinn
Handbags don’t get much better than Elijah Mcquinn luxury leather bags. The accessory brand has a production arm of premium leather bags and other ready to wear pieces with the bags made from luxurious leathers/skin like fish leather, cow hair and so on.
Discreet Ug
Classically made leather goods are what you will find with Discreet Ug. The accessory brand focuses on timelessness. These handbags are also designed for everyday use to get you from point A to point B. A must-add to your collection.
Mazuri Designs
Mazuri designs colorful denim and cotton bags that are instantly recognized for their standout silhouettes, each one of the brand’s designs is hand-made entirely in Uganda.
Mazuri Designs is a custom tailoring workshop a short drive from Kampala, Uganda city-centre. You can buy fabric from Mazuri’s inventory of dutch wax fabric, or bring your own. Your measurements are taken on-site.
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