Designers

Beautiful Afrique Boutique is the endeavor of Nigerian Canadian Sharon Oke. Her inspiration to start making jewelry came shortly after she started her blog Beautiful Afrique. The blog showcases positivity in Africa and Africans in the dspora through culture, geography, food, photography, music, people and history.

Kushn is a South African owned and operated company by an amazing designer named Greer Valley. Their laptop bags and ipad cases are an Afropolitan mix of African colors and textures and our ubiquitous i-gadgets. Kushn designs reflect a dynamic, colourful, robust and creative contemporary Africa. 

The home of designs by sisters Rachael and Prudence, Nini Afrique has an eye for the bold statement piece. Whether its their sleek cowhide bag or their famous gladiator sandal knee highs, there is sure to be something for every wardrobe. 

The product offering by Oyonaa has been carefully considered in order to bring something fresh and unique to the jewelry and accessories market. Inspired by African textiles, patterns and geometric design, the mission for Oyonaa is to amalgamate the richness of African design into well-crafted, refined and unique jewelry pieces. The idea is driven by the passion to move African jewellery design into a more lucrative western environment, by designing them in a way that will appeal to this market, whilst retaining the distinct African look. The focus of the company is to sell stylish, good quality and affordable products! Oyonaa is based in London and was founded in 2011 by Ghanaian Alethea Quartey.

Kenyan Sarah Rimbui started her fashion accessories line Zumaridi Ornate in 2007 with a passion to create art pieces for wear. The name Zumaridi is a swahili word for "gems" and also specifically refers to Emeralds.

"I chose the name because emeralds have the most luscious green on this planet and represents the most beautiful of creations besides whatsmore fashionable than 'going green'?!The reason I went into the fashion accessories field is because I wanted my accessories as a woman to make me feel special. As a result, I got into the habit of making each piece different from the next. I source my material including beads of all types from right here in Nairobi."

She began to concentrate on earrings and never stopped.Sarah is also a career actor and seeks to make earrings that impress from the stage and behind a camera. Her creative juices spring up and use absolutely anything, including used electronic wires, and even light switches! As she puts it,"the world is my earring! I am inspired by color and sunny Nairobi weather which makes it possible to flaunt freely!"

Sarah hopes to collaborate with other designers to develop and showcase more interesting collections!Her current collection is called the JunkYard which she hopes to show soon.

Inspired by the blending color technique called ombre, the Afropolitan 2012 Summer Collection features bold colors and traditional intricate hand beading.

Tamara Earring

The Tamara earrings are made by Maasai beading techniques. Bright, ombre color patterns give them an Afropolitan flair. Utilizing the traditional Maasai earring, the Afropolitan Shop has introduced new color blocking to this staple Kenyan accessory.  

Natasha Necklace 

This Natasha necklace is a stand-alone accessory. Vibrant and elegant, each piece consists of multiple strands of hand-beaded necklaces. The entire necklace is one piece and clasps with a hook. Perfect for eveningwear or a summer outing. A true statement piece.

The Ingasia bracelet features rich colored beads that are hand threaded and intertwined into twisted cords that clasps with a hook. This signature Afropolitan Shop piece is made to match the elegant statement Natasha necklace. Available in a variety of colors.