Kora Designs

KORA merges the worlds of fashion and sustainable business development to the unique and mutual benefit of both. Our pieces feature locally-sourced recycled materials and are made by local artisans in African developing communities. We draw design inspiration from the elemental properties of each material, ancient ceremonial jewelry and our frequent, wanderlust-driven travels as we seek out new and unique materials.

KORA launched in 2009 with horn cuffs made in Rwanda and has since expanded to include a variety of beautiful, locally-sourced material from Kenya and Ghana. KORA practices the idea of 'trade not aid' in order to directly provide the foundation for sustainable economic growth in these countries. The long-term sustainability of our producers is important to KORA. By paying fair prices for product we provide the artisans with the crucial capital to build their businesses. We highly value craftsmanship, technical innovation and high quality materials - our dedication to these qualities is reflected in each piece.

KORA means "work" in Kinyarwanda, Rwanda's native language.

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