Gold sari clutch, evening bag

Handmade from upcycled sari fabric, our unique clutch bags are perfect for holding your essentials on the go. The interior is sleek and sturdy, with additional lining for support. The bag has an envelope fold with a pointed centre, a slim accordion pocket, and a magnetic snap button close.

Handmade with love in India by empowered artisan women.

By purchasing this item, you are helping to empower and provide ongoing employment income for the women who make these handmade products.

Dimensions. Approximately 25cm length x 12cm height x 1.5 width (approx. 9.5in L x 4.5in H x 0.5in W )

Care. Gently hand wash in cold water. Lay flat or hang to air dry

Materials: sari fabric, upcycled saree.

Source: Shakti.ism

Shakti.ism is a British brand that gives Indian Sarees a second life by reusing them into beautiful new items in social workshops in India and Bangladesh.

Fair trade: Shakti.ism is a social enterprise operating in India and Bangladesh. Employees are paid a fair wage as well as additional health and wellness benefits. Shakti.ism regularly visits the locations and consults with their employees.

Environmentally friendly: The items are made from old Indian Sarees that are given a second life by Shakti.ism. For example, many sarees are donated. Local donations are generally from poorer people who donate sarees in exchange for other necessities of life. Or they sell it to Shakti.ism at a low price so that they can use this money to buy basic necessities. Shakti.ism can then save the second-hand fabric from being thrown away and reuse it. Saris can also be donated in Europe so that they can be reused.

Good cause: Shakti.ism works with women who are at risk of being affected by gender-based violence. At Shaktiism these women are given the opportunity to earn their own money fairly in a pleasant environment.