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Brand - Tejal Keyur X Fifth Origins

A Sustainable Fusion of Heritage and Fashion

Discover our exclusive collection of handbags, born from the collaboration between Fifth Origins and textile designer Tejal Keyur. Each piece is a unique work of art, crafted from 100% upcycled Indian sarees, blending tradition with eco-conscious fashion.

The Story Behind the Bags

These bags are more than just accessories; they're a testament to sustainable living and artisanal craftsmanship. Tejal Keyur, inspired by her middle-class upbringing in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, has transformed the age-old Indian tradition of repurposing into a modern, eco-friendly fashion statement.

Features:

• Handcrafted by skilled women artisans in Kolhapur
• Made from carefully curated, cleaned, and upcycled saree fabrics
• Inspired by nature, flora, fauna, and ancient petroglyphs
• Durable construction for everyday use or special occasions
• Vibrant colors and intricate patterns unique to each bag
• Sizes vary (please refer to product images for specific dimensions)
• Every bag comes with a leather strap which is adjustable
• This bag has a beautiful cotton lining inside and one zipper storage and 2 other pockets.

The Crafting Process:

1. Sourcing: Discarded sarees are collected from local markets and communities.
2. Curation: Each fabric is meticulously checked for quality and cleaned.
3. Design: Inspired by nature and ancient art forms, each design is thoughtfully created.
4. Creation: Skilled local artisans hand-knit the bags using techniques learned through intensive training.

Sustainability Impact:

• Reduces textile waste and carbon footprint
• Supports local artisan communities, especially women
• Gives new life to discarded, beautiful textiles
• Continues the tradition of creative repurposing

Care Instructions:

Spot clean with a damp cloth. Use it with love and care.

Note: Due to the upcycled nature of the materials, each bag is unique and may vary slightly from the pictured item. Embrace these variations as part of your bag's individual story and charm.

By choosing a Fifth Origins x Tejal Keyur bag, you're not just accessorizing – you're making a statement about sustainable fashion and supporting a cycle of creativity, community, and conscious living.

We ship worldwide unless it is mentioned on the product page.*

For brands from our marketplace that are from Europe, shipping will be fulfilled by the brand itself.

For brands from our marketplace that are from India, shipping will be fulfilled by Fifth Origins.

Ready to be shipped. (unless mentioned in the description above.) Once the product is shipped, we cannot cancel or make any changes in the order.

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*Price is not inclusive of the customs duty and government taxes. It is the responsibility of the customer.

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