A gorgeous hand-beaded belt made in Kenya, embellished with vibrant sustainable glass beads in an intricate design. Each belt is carefully crafted and takes a full day to bead. The genuine leather is sourced from a tannery in Nairobi and the leather is dyed and sun-dried by our talented Artisans. Therefore no two belts are the same.
Product Details
Highlights
- 100% Genuine leather and glass beads (we avoid plastic to minimise the impact on the environment)
- All our Belts are Unisex
- Fits perfectly through your jean belt loops
- Comes with a reusable dust bag to protect and maintain your belt
- Part of our sustainable fashion collection: supporting local artisans keeping their craft alive and helping to maintain their livelihood
- Handcrafted in Kenya
Fit and Fabric
Garment Measurements
Measurements may vary due to these products being handmade. Size recommendations are based on wearing the belt low waisted. We suggest sizing down for high waisted fit.
- Size 30 - Total Length: 37”, 1st Hole (Length from Buckle): 28.5”, Last Hole (Length From Buckle): 32.5”
- Size 32 - Total Length: 40”, 1st Hole (Length from Buckle): 32”, Last Hole (Length From Buckle): 35”
- Size 34 - Total Length: 42”, 1st Hole (Length from Buckle): 33”, Last Hole (Length From Buckle): 37”
- Size 36 - Total Length: 43.5”, 1st Hole (Length from Buckle): 35.5”, Last Hole (Length From Buckle): 40”
- Size 38 - Total Length: 46”, 1st Hole (Length from Buckle): 37.5”, Last Hole (Length From Buckle): 42”
- Size 40 - Total Length: 49”, 1st Hole (Length from Buckle): 41”, Last Hole (Length From Buckle): 45”
- Size 42 - Total Length: 50”, 1st Hole (Length from Buckle): 41.5”, Last Hole (Length From Buckle): 46”
Washing Instructions
- Dust off with a soft, dry cloth
- For stains/marks, blot with a leather cleaning formula followed by a leather softening agent
- Due to the handmade nature of this item we recommend wiping the leather with a dry cloth before wear
Sustainability
Why choose Our Belts?
- Our glass beads are fully recyclable and are coloured using natural dyes. Glass beads are a particularly good alternative to plastic beads because when it breaks down, it remains safe and stable and releases no harmful chemicals into the surrounding environment. Glass also takes far less energy to produce and has a long life span.
- By rejecting leather we would destroy many jobs for individuals who rely on the leather industry for their livelihood. We only use leather byproducts from the meat industry. The leather would otherwise be wasted. Additionally, our leather is only coloured using natural dyes. It will last a lifetime and be passed on to future generations. It is the antithesis of fast fashion.
- The belt bags are made by the Heri Girls who are part of the Elimu Sewing Project in Kenya which supports young women from vulnerable backgrounds to pursue a 2-year training program which equips them with income-generating skills and a sewing trade.
