SOKO
SOKO
"Soko was born out of a love of design, a combination of global perspectives, the desire to connect and empower entrepreneurs via the use of the technology around us, and a belief that women can change the world.“
FOUNDED BY
Gwendolyn Floyd, Catherine Mahugu, and Ella Peinovich
Soko is a a women-led, people-first ethical jewelry brand and tech-powered manufacturing platform built to connect artisans in Kenya with the global market.
They use mobile technology to connect marginalized Kenyan artisans directly to the global marketplace. Unlike centralized factory production, we use technology to enable the human workforce.
Financial inclusion and economic sovereignty are the key to lasting impact and change. They continue to work towards reducing inequality and poverty, building a healthier environment, stronger communities through the creation of high-quality jobs with dignity and purpose.
ABOUT SOKO
75 full-time employees & 2300 artisans
LOCATION: Nairobi, Kenya
MATERIALS: Recycled brass jewelry
TECHNIQUE: Soko jewellery pieces are all feature recycled brass, which is either 24k gold or chrome plated as well as ethically-sourced and upcycled horn and bone
IMPACT: Many jewelers earn up to four times what they would normally earn, thanks to selling through Soko.
Gwendolyn Floyd, Co-founder
“Soko is all about the empowered woman at work, from the artisans that create Soko jewellery to the incredible women that purchase and wear the pieces. This sentiment has influenced everything in our business from the innovative artisan impact to the jewellery design!“
OUR DESIGN
inspiration
Soko’s designs are inspired by the cultural and creative contexts our artisans are coming from and popular international trends.
materials
Soko jewellery pieces are all feature recycled brass, which is either 24k gold or chrome plated as well as ethically-sourced and upcycled horn and bone
we work with
more than 2300 artisans
in 282 workshops across Kenya to the international market.
Featured collection
Maua Delicate Necklace
Regular price 110.00 EUR
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By design brand Soko handmade in Nairobi, Kenya.
This necklace is handmade by artisans from 24k gold plated recycled brass for the women-led ethical jewellery brand and manufacturing platform Soko from Kenya.
The pendant can be engraved by your local jeweller.
Pendant Height: 1.8 cm
Chain Length: 43 cm
Uzi Mini Hoops
Regular price 80.00 EUR
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By design brand Soko from Nairobi, Kenya.
The Uzi Mini Hoops are handmade by artisans from either recycled brass or 24k plated recycled brass for the women-led ethical jewelry brand and manufacturing platform Soko from Kenya.
With simple yet elevated textures, this bangle set features a mix of bracelets both polished and hammered of complementary shapes.
Material: gold plated (or not) recycled brass
Opening: 2.55 cm
Moto Stacking Rings
Sale price 35.00 EUR
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By design brand Soko from Nairobi, Kenya.
The Moto Stacking Rings are handmade by artisans from 24k gold plated recycled brass for the women-led ethical jewellery brand and manufacturing platform Soko from Kenya.
Uzi Cuff Bracelet
Regular price 95.00 EUR
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in stock.
By design brand Soko from Nairobi, Kenya.
The Uzi Cuff Bracelet is handmade by artisans from either recycled brass or 24k plated recycled brass for the women-led ethical jewelry brand and manufacturing platform Soko from Kenya.
With simple yet elevated textures, this bangle set features a mix of bracelets both polished and hammered of complementary shapes.
Material: gold plated (or not) recycled brass
Internal diameter: 55mm
Opening: 27 mm
