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Founded in 2010, daf.nei , this hip line of unique hand-made accessories are all the new rave. The line is indicative of the owner’s travels to her native country, Haiti, where she works with a group of independent Haitian artisans to bring the craftsmanship and stunning creativity of this amazing culture to the fashionable streets of New York and the world beyond. The line offers up a fantastic selection of only one of a kind pieces for your wardrobe and home. Their fabulous handbags (shown above) are assembled, sewn, and beaded by hand, with visible stitches marking the uniqueness and charm of each piece. Their exquisite hand-painted decorative bottles are covered with sequins and beads for your delight. They are perfect for your home and office, and also great gifts. These pieces represent Haiti's vibrant, distinct culture and will beautify any space. The artisans use repurposed bottles for these unique art pieces.
All of the artisans work from their homes or from a collective atelier ran by fellow artisans. None of the artisans work in sweatshop settings and all are paid at a fair-trade price. Speaking of price points, their handbags range from $105 to as much as $235 Not bad, huh? But please don’t take my word for it, visit their website and see for yourself.