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Woodn’t you know it! Discover terrific eco-timepieces
WOOD-N’T YOU KNOW IT!?
Watches made of wood are really catching the eye – if not the wrist – this gifting season. Their design aesthetic is rooted in all things natural and they offer sustainability with original design, style, elegance and personality. From bamboo, zebra wood and sandalwood to ebony, walnut, olivewood and other species, wooden watches allow you to express your personal style and are naturally attractive.
Join JZA as we explore some terrific festive options for yourself or a loved one.
TOUCHWOOD
Their story “Touchwood is a company originally founded in South Africa. We’re a tightly-knit, committed group of friends and family with a common goal. We believe that perfection doesn’t come overnight, which is why we work tirelessly to create the most refined products from the finest wood in South Africa, ensuring beauty and durability simultaneously. Our mission, at the end
Night Rider.
WOOOD
Their story “Woood™ started out as the brainchild of one man who wanted to create a natural, green classic look. It’s now a well-established brand which is proudly South African. All our products are expertly hand-crafted in order to bring out the beautiful, natural wood lines. No two pieces are the same, which makes Woood™ products as unique as their clients. This is combined with only the best materials for the mechanical parts to make your watch’s natural beauty live as long as the wood of which it’s made.”
woood.co.za
of the transaction, is to put a smile on your face – and enhance your look.”
touchwood.biz
▼ Ocean Avenue ladies’ watch.
YOU KNOW IT!?
BEWELL
40mm – black strap.
Their story “Our eco-friendly Bewell Bamboo watches and sunglasses are all you need to add a natural and organic touch to your look. Distinguishing themselves as both friendly to the environment and thoughtful style statements, our fashion accessories are unique and vibrant. Every product is hand-crafted by highly skilled and dedicated craftsmen, ensuring a truly unique product every time. Carefully resourced natural woods are used. Each of these accessories becomes a chic, distinctive item, elevated by the
◀ Unisex brightly coloured bamboo wood watch.
sabewell.co.za
▼ The carbon portal
natural beauty and quality of wood to become a focal point of your look.”
Their story “From our first 'Woody Okes' watch to our current range of over 120 styles, Hashtag Bamboo has grown into a successful family-run business. Our eco-friendly and über-trendy wooden watches are designed and assembled in our East London studio. We are passionate. About our family, our business, our customers. About living a greener and cleaner life. About sustainability and the impact we have on our planet. We offer personalisation on all our watches, including an in-house engraving service and bespoke watch faces, for both corporates and individuals.”
hashtagbamboo.co.za
▲ Kanso Round Wooden Watch Olive Wood Magenta - The Mori.
BETTÉL HASHTAG BAMBOO
Their story “After a pilgrimage to Indonesia in 2014, young married couple Stuart and Makeeda Swan brought back from their adventures a fresh outlook on life. Rather than joining the ratrace, they decided to create a business that revolves around the core concepts of harmony, sustainability and quality. Their shared vision is to use their creativity to design labourintensive products that can be manufactured in South Africa, creating jobs and utilising the amazing resources our country offers. They want to inspire people to follow their passions and use their talents in the most efficient and empowering ways possible.”
