Pink Is Sweet Cotton kente tote handbag _artisan--novica-artisan-13775 Evelyne Moraa

Evelyne Moraa

He works with local artisans to present this pair of dangle earrings

A touch of baby alpaca gives adds to the ruana's warmth and feel

Each earring features two marquise gems of dazzling citrine that are displayed above a cabochon of composite turquoise

Sinuous dragons with sterling scales are crowned with faceted garnets that total one carat

Pink Is Sweet Cotton kente tote handbag _artisan--novica-artisan-13775 Evelyne MoraaAlex Boakye transforms the legendary allure of kente textiles into an original handbag. Historically, kente was reserved for special occasions, festive and or sacred. Now kente artistry stands as a symbol of prestige, cheerfulness and glamour. Woven with a cotton and rayon blend, the kente motifs on this tote are underscored by bright pink, which is symbolic of the female essence of life. According to Akan beliefs, pink is associated with tenderness,