A.A.K.S
A.A.K.S
"My ethos is to preserve traditional techniques by combining them with modern design and usability. My weavers and I bring empowerment, passion and durability to each creation. I hope that my brand will help to contribute to the revival and sustenance of weaving as a thriving art"
FOUNDED BY
Akosua Afriyie-Kumi
AAKS was founded by Akosua Afriyie-Kumi in 2014 with the goal of introducing the world to her favorite weaving techniques done by the women of Ghana while also creating and igniting sustainable jobs within Africa. Today, AAKS is a team of 13 based in its design studio in Kumasi, Ghana.
ABOUT A.A.K.S
13 full-time employees & 50 artisans
LOCATION: Kumasi, Ghana
MATERIALS: Raffia
TECHNIQUE: Handwoven raffia bags
IMPACT: The raffia bags handcrafted by their weavers in Northern Ghana using ecologically harvested raffia from farmers and families in the region.
The brand tells an exciting story of Ghana, offering a different perspective of Africa as a whole. The visual inspiration behind every design is reflected through the images of Ghana and the crafters as they create these handbags shared by Akosua on social media. She is building an African brand ethically and conscientiously one handbag at a time.
WE WORK WITH
50 weavers in Northern Ghana
The raffia bags handcrafted by a core of 50 weavers in Northern Ghana using ecologically harvested raffia from farmers and families in the region. A sophisticated non-chemical dyeing process is formulated to create the bright exuberant colors. It takes approximately one week to complete a handbag, which attests to an unwavering dedication to modern style and interpretations using traditional methods. Made by hand each bag bears the fingerprints of the person who fashioned it and a signature tag is added to prove authenticity.
Featured collection
Ambi Noir
Regular price 90.00 EUR
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By Ghanaian fashion brand AAKS working with weavers from Northern Ghana.
The Ambi Noir clutch by AAKS is handwoven from sustainably sourced raffia fibers by weavers in Northern Ghana following traditional weaving techniques past down from generation to generation.
With every purchase you directly contribute to the development of the weavers' communities in Northern Ghana who made the bag.
Colors: Navy Blue & Orange. Light blue & white striped inner lining
Leather tassel attachment
Raffia and leather trims
100% Linen Lining
One inner pocket
Drawstring closure
Flap Closure
Baw Pot Dot
Regular price 140.00 EUR
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Made to order. Delivery 3-4 weeks.
By Ghanaian fashion brand AAKS working with weavers from Northern Ghana.
The bag features AAKS' iconic shape, accented with tasseled leather trim with a linen pouch, knotted to keep your essentials in place.
With every purchase you directly contribute to the development of the weavers' communities in Northern Ghana who made the bag.
Size: H 16cm x W 22cm, Strap drop: 100 cm
Colors: Blue & light beige. Light blue & white striped inner lining
- Leather tassel attachment
- Woven Raffia and leather trims
- 100% Linen Lining
- One inner pocket
- Drawstring closure
- Adjustable Strap
- Flap Closure
Hana Mini Blue
Regular price 130.00 EUR
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Made to order. Delivery 3-4 weeks.
By Ghanaian fashion brand AAKS working with weavers from Northern Ghana.
The Hana Mini Blue by AAKS is handwoven from sustainably sourced raffia fibers by weavers in Northern Ghana following traditional weaving techniques past down from generation to generation.
With every purchase you directly contribute to the development of the weavers' communities in Northern Ghana who made the bag.
Size: H 15cm x W 22cm, Strap drop: 100 cm
Colors: Navy Blue & Medium Blue. Light blue & white striped inner lining
- Raffia and leather trims
- 100% Linen Lining
- One inner pocket
- Drawstring closure
- Flap Closure
Lamé Ruffle Blue
Regular price 165.00 EUR
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Made to order. Delivery 3-4 weeks.
By Ghanaian fashion brand AAKS working with weavers from Northern Ghana.
The Lamé Ruffle Blue by AAKS is handwoven from sustainably sourced raffia fibers by weavers in Northern Ghana following traditional weaving techniques past down from generation to generation.
With every purchase you directly contribute to the development of the communities behind each product.
Size: H 24cm x W 22cm, Strap drop: 100 cm
Colors: Navy Blue, Medium Blue and light pink. Blue inner lining
- Raffia and leather trims
- Waxed Inner Lining
- One inner pocket
- Drawstring closure
- Flap Closure
