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FALL & WINTER 2017 The Fall Winter 2017 Collection is a celebration of strength and resiliency. We are women who know that a dream without a plan is merely a wish. We are dreamers and doers. We fall and we fail because we are done playing small. We do hard things because we see the gap between the way things are and the way they could be. We stand in the gap and we face the unknown, all the while knowing that when we emerge we will be stronger and more resilient versions of who we are created to be. We do not just survive, but together, we thrive.
EXPLORE 0 4 / L E AT H E R B A G S 0 8 / T R AV E L C O L L E C T I O N 10 / SANDAL S 12 / HOST A TRUNK SHOW 1 4 / A P PA R E L & T E X T I L E S 2 0 / S M A L L L E AT H E R G O O D S 22 / JEWELRY 26 / JOIN THE TEAM
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Sseko Designs uses fashion to create community and opportunity for women across the globe. We provide employment and scholarship opportunities to women in Uganda who are working to pursue their dreams. Together, we have enabled 88 women to continue on to university and become leaders in their communities! We also provide employment and access to a comprehensive social impact program to our team in Uganda. Through the Sseko Fellows Program, we create community and financial opportunity for women in East Africa and here in the United States. Each Sseko Fellow is connected to her Sole Sister in Uganda and every dollar of revenue a Sseko Fellow generates contributes directly to her Sole Sister’s scholarship fund. Every Sseko Has a Story.
2017 SOLE SISTERS To learn more about our team visit: SsekoDesigns.com/meet-the-women
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HALF MOON CROSSBODY CLUTCH Ethiopia, Leather, Fully Lined, Two Internal Compartments With One Inside Pocket. Magnetic Snap Closure, Gold-Toned Hardware, Removable Adjustable Shoulder Strap, 9.5" (H) x 10" (W) x 0.5" (D), $129.99 OILED CARAMEL (Pictured) SKCL55 OILED BL ACK SKCL56
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SADDLE CROSSBODY (Pictured) Ethiopia, Oil-Tanned Cowhide Leather, Fully Lined, Two Internal Compartments With Two Inside Pockets, Magnetic Snap Closure, Gold-Toned Hardware, Removable Adjustable Shoulder Strap, 7.5" (H) x 10.5" (W) x 2" (D), SKCL44, $139.99
DRAWSTRING SATCHEL Ethiopia, Pebbled Cowhide Leather, Fully Lined, Two Internal Pockets, Brushed Gold Hardware, Drawstring Closure, 11.25" (H) x 6.5" (D) x 9" (W), $159.99 PEBBLED BL ACK (Pictured) SKDSB2 PEBBLED CARAMEL SKDSB1
FOLD-OVER CROSSBODY CLUTCH Ethiopia, Sheepskin Leather, Fully Lined, Three Interior Pockets, One Exterior Pocket, Removable Adjustable Shoulder Strap, 11" (H) x 11.5" (L) x 1" (W) BL ACK & WHITE SHIBORI (Pictured) SKCL34, $139.99 BL ACK SKCL15, $119.99
BUCKLE CROSSBODY CLUTCH Ethiopia, Oil-Tanned Cowhide, Fully Lined, Two Internal Pockets, Brushed Gold Hardware, Magnetic Hardware, Removable Adjustable Shoulder Strap, 8" (H) x 11.25" (L) x 1" (W), SKBC1 $129.99
BUCKET BAG Uganda, Unlined, Internal Zip & Patch Pockets, 16" (H) x 11.5" (L) x 5.5" (W) x 10" Handle Drop, $159.99 PEBBLED BLUE NILE (Pictured) SKBB44 PEBBLED MULBERRY SKBB46 PEBBLED BL ACK SKBB29 SAFARI SKBB01
HOBO BAG Uganda, Unlined, 22" (H) x 13.5" (W) x 10" Handle Drop, $149.99 PEBBLED MULBERRY (Pictured) SKBB49 PEBBLED BLUE NILE SKBB47 PEBBLED BL ACK SKBB39 OILED CARAMEL SKBB40
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SHEBA HANDBAG Ethiopia, Fully Lined, Internal Zipper Pocket, Internal Patch Pockets, Removable Adjustable Strap, 12" (H) x 14" (W) x 3.5" (D), $199.99 OILED CARAMEL (Pictured) SKSB1 PEBBLED BL ACK SKSB2 6
EDEN BACKPACK Ethiopia, Fully Lined, Internal Zipper Pocket, Internal Patch Pockets, Magnetic Flap Closure, 17" (H) x 14.5" (W) x 5" (D), $229.99 PEBBLED BL ACK (Pictured) SKBK2 OILED CARAMEL SKBK1 7
CARRYALL TRAVEL BAG IN OILED BL ACK (Pictured on Cover & pg. 10) Ethiopia, Fully Lined, Internal Zipper Pocket, Internal Leather Patch Pocket, 17" (H) x 26" (W) x 6" (D) x 4.5" Handle Drop, SKTB16, $349.99 8
WEEKENDER DUFFEL BAG Ethiopia, Oil-Tanned Cowhide, Fully Lined, Two Internal Pockets, Two External Zipper Pockets, Brushed Gold Hardware, Removable Adjustable Shoulder Strap, 11" (H) x 21.5" (L) x 10" (W), 7" Handle Drop, SKTB5, $399.99
VOYAGER TRAVEL BAG IN STEEL HATCH Ethiopia, Distressed Leather, Brushed Gold Hardware, Fully Lined, Three Internal Pockets, One External Zippered Pocket, Zip Closure, Removable Adjustable Shoulder Strap, 14.5" (H) x 20.5" (W) x 7.6" (D), 8" Handle Drop, SKTB9, $499.99
TIKO TOTE IN OILED CARAMEL & BL ACK Uganda, Oil-Tanned Cowhide Leather, Unlined, Internal Pocket, 11.5" (H) x 16.5" (L), SKTT07, $149.99
OYSTER TRAVEL BAG Ethiopia, OilTanned Cowhide, Fully Lined, One Internal Pocket, Two External Pockets, Brushed Gold Hardware, Removable Adjustable Shoulder Strap, 18" (H) x 21" (L) x 8" (W), 7" Handle Drop, SKTB4, $499.99
AIDA TOTE IN OILED CARAMEL AND BL ACK Ethiopia, Fully Lined, Two Internal Pockets, Zip Closure, 20" (W) x 6" (D) x 13.5" (H), SKTT10, $249.99
The Caramel Accent Tote works with interchangeable accents allowing you to completely change your look!
CARAMEL ACCENT TOTE Kenya, OilTanned Cowhide, Fully Lined , Three Internal Pockets, Laptop Sleeve, 13"(H) x 18"(L) x 5"(W), 9.5" Handle Drop, Accents Not Included, Also Compatible with Universal Accents (pg. 11), SKTT01, $234.99
CARAMEL FRINGE TOTE ACCENT Uganda, Oil-Tanned Cowhide Leather, Compatible with the Caramel Accent Tote, SKACCT44, $29.99
GOLD BOW TOTE ACCENT Uganda, Cowhide Leather with Gold Foil, Compatible with the Caramel Accent Tote, SKACCT43, $19.99
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CL ASSIC RIBBON SANDAL Uganda Leather Upper, Microfoam Midsole, Rubber Outsole, Whole Size 5-12, Includes a Pair of Black Ribbons, $49.99 BROWN (Pictured) SKSDMS BL ACK SKSDBL
STITCHED RIBBON SANDAL Uganda Leather Upper, Microfoam Midsole, Rubber Outsole, Whole Size 5-12, Includes a Pair of Black Ribbons, $64.99 GOLD (Pictured) SKSDGST CARAMEL SKSDST
ZELDA CHIFFON Uganda Chiffon, 64" (L), 1.75" (W), SKST278, $15.99
MOODY FLORAL CHIFFON Uganda Chiffon, 64" (L), 1.75" (W), SKST277, $15.99
INDIGO SHIBORI CHIFFON Uganda Chiffon, 64" (L), 1.75" (W), SKST279, $15.99
WOVEN ARROW IN NAVY Uganda Cotton, 64" (L), 3/8" (W), SKST260, $15.99
WOVEN ARROW IN IVORY Uganda Cotton, 64" (L), 3/8" (W), SKST244, $15.99 10
WOVEN HERRINGBONE IN GREY Uganda Cotton, 64" (L), 3/8" (W), SKST243, $15.99
WEDGE RIBBON SANDAL Uganda Leather Upper, Microfoam Midsole, Rubber Outsole, 2.5" Heel Height, Whole Size 5-12, Includes a Pair of Black Ribbons, $64.99 CARAMEL (Pictured) SKSDCW BL ACK SKSDBW
CROSSOVER SLIDE SANDAL Uganda Leather Upper, Microfoam Midsole, Rubber Outsole, Whole Size 5-11, $69.99 GOLD & CARAMEL (Pictured) SKSLCG CARAMEL SKSLCC BL ACK SKSLB
T-STRAP ACCENT SANDAL Uganda Leather Upper, Microfoam Midsole, Rubber Outsole, Whole Size 5-12, Works with Interchangeable Accents (below), $59.99 ESPRESSO (Pictured) SKTSBR CARAMEL SKTSCA
WRAP SANDAL Uganda Leather Upper, Microfoam Midsole, Rubber Outsole, Whole Size 5-11, $69.99 BL ACK (Pictured) SKBWBL CARAMEL SKBWCM
RUE ACCENT SANDAL Uganda Leather Upper, Microfoam Midsole, Rubber Outsole, Whole Size 5-11, Works with Interchangeable Accents (below), $59.99 CARAMEL (Pictured) SKSLCM
FLIP FLOP Uganda Leather Upper, Microfoam Midsole, Rubber Outsole, Whole Size 5-11, $69.99 CARAMEL SKFFCM
RUE SANDAL Uganda Leather Upper, Microfoam Midsole, Rubber Outsole, Whole Size 5-11, (Not compatible with Interchangeable Accents), $64.99 GOLD & CARAMEL (Pictured) SKSLGC
INTERCHANGEABLE ACCENTS These Universal Accents work with your Ribbon Sandals, T-Straps, Rue Accent Sandals and your Sseko Accent Tote. MOJAVE ACCENT Uganda, $19.99 ESPRESSO (Pictured) SKTSA70 CARAMEL SKTSA69 MOJAVE BL ACK BEADED ACCENT IN CARAMEL Uganda, SKTSA88, $19.99 LEOPARD ACCENT Uganda, SKTSA68, $19.99 SELENE ACCENT Uganda, $19.99 CARAMEL (Pictured) SKTSA77 ESPRESSO SKTSA78
GOLD ACCENT Uganda, SKTSA67 $19.99 KUKU ACCENT Uganda, SKTSA87 $19.99 SOLID LEATHER ACCENT Uganda, $14.99 MULBERRY (Pictured) SKTSA86 ESPRESSO SKTSA66 CARAMEL SKTSA65
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Host a TRUNK SHOW B R I N G S S E K O T O YO U R C O M M U N I T Y
EARN SSEKO CREDIT PA R T Y T O TA L
HOSTESS CREDIT
$300-500
15% IN SSEKO CREDIT
$500-$1,500
20% IN SSEKO CREDIT
$1,500+
25% IN SSEKO CREDIT
ST E P S T O H O ST I N G A S HO W : 1. Pick a date that works for you and your Sseko Fellow! 2. Invite your community. 3. Prep a space for your Sseko Fellow to share the story and show off the goodies. 4. Make an impact for our sisters in East Africa and have a blast!
IN ADDITION, EACH MONTH WE SELECT A NEW BEST SELLING PRODUCT HOSTESSES EARN FOR FREE! 12
“Hosting my Sseko trunk show was delightful! I enjoyed sharing my home with friends, and Michelle, my Sseko Fellow, did all the inspiring and informing!� -Emily H., Sseko Trunk Show Hostess
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INTRODUCING THE APPAREL COLLECTION There is something magical about new beginnings and we’re channeling that magic into the launch of our first ever apparel line. For the first time in Sseko history, you can wear Sseko from head to toe. You’ll make an impact (and a statement!) with every Sseko piece you don. The Sseko Fall 2017 apparel collection is handcrafted by our team in Uganda from luxurious, flowy and irresistibly soft fabric in three exclusive prints and silhouettes. This line is incredibly versatile and wearable, yet unapologetically bold. Whether you’re poolside, at the office, or gala-bound, you’ll feel as brave, bold and beautiful as we know you are.
KAFTAN IN MOODY FLORAL Uganda, 100% Rayon Twill, One Size, 55" (L), 26" Low Hip, Model is 5'6", SKMM3, $139.99
KAFTAN IN KAWA Uganda, 100% Rayon Twill, One Size, 55" (L), 26" Low Hip, Model is 5'6", SKMM5, $139.99 15
MULTIWAY SHAWL IN MOODY FLORAL MULTIWAY SHAWL IN KAWA Uganda, Uganda, One Size, 31.5" (L), Model is 5'6", 100% One Size, 31.5" (L), Model is 5'6", 100% Rayon Rayon Twill, SKTA1, $79.99 Twill, SKTA3, $79.99 16
MULTIWAY SHAWL IN ZELDA Uganda, One Size, 31.5" (L), Model is 5'6", 100% Rayon Twill, SKTA2, $79.99
DUSTER IN MOODY FLORAL Uganda, One Size, 48" (L), 26" Low Hip, Model is 5'6", 100% Rayon Twill, SKRB1, $119.99
DUSTER IN KAWA Uganda, One Size, 48" (L), 26" Low Hip, Model is 5'6", 100% Rayon Twill, SKRB3, $119.99
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SOFI WOOL SHAWL (Pictured pg. 8) Ethiopia, 100% Wool, 82" (L) x 27" (W), SKSC48, $109.99
HANNA WOOL SHAWL IN BL ACK Ethiopia, 100% Wool, 82" (L) x 27" (W), SKSC47, $109.99
EMIE INFINITY SCARF IN IVORY (Pictured Above & Cover) Ethiopia, 70% Wool / 30% Cotton, 34" (Flat) x 68" (Circumference) x 27" (W), SKSC49, $99.99
WANDERLUST SHAWL IN BL ACK & WHITE Ethiopia, 100% Cotton, 75" (L) x 30" (W), SKSC42, $119.99 18
WANDERLUST SHAWL IN MULBERRY MIST Ethiopia, 100% Cotton, 75" (L) x 30" (W), SKSC46, $119.99
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MOON CLUTCHES IN BL ACK & GOLD Uganda, Pebbled & Gold Leather SET, SKMBCS, $79.99 SMALL, 4" (H) x 6" (W) , SKMCB01, $19.99 MEDIUM, 5.5" (H) x 8" (W), SKMCB02, $29.99 L ARGE, 8" (H) x 11" (W), SKMCB03, $39.99
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MOON CLUTCHES IN MULBERRY & GOLD Uganda, Pebbled & Gold Leather SET, SKMC53S, $79.99 SMALL, 4" (H) x 6" (W) , SKMC53, $19.99 MEDIUM, 5.5" (H) x 8" (W), SKMC54, $29.99 L ARGE, 8" (H) x 11" (W), SKMC55, $39.99
MOON CLUTCHES IN BLUE NILE & GOLD Uganda, Pebbled & Gold Leather SET, SKMC56S, $79.99 SMALL, 4" (H) x 6" (W) , SKMC56, $19.99 MEDIUM, 5.5" (H) x 8" (W), SKMC57, $29.99 L ARGE, 8" (H) x 11" (W), SKMC58, $39.99
MOON CLUTCHES IN OCHRE Uganda, Pebbled Leather SET, SKMC59S, $79.99 SMALL, 4" (H) x 6" (W) , SKMC59, $19.99 MEDIUM, 5.5" (H) x 8" (W), SKMC60, $29.99 L ARGE, 8" (H) x 11" (W), SKMC61, $39.99
OVERSIZED BOLE CLUTCH Ethiopia, 10" (H) x 15" (W), $119.99 OILED CARAMEL (Pictured), SKCL40 OILED BL ACK SKCL52
TRAVEL WALLET Ethiopia, Oiled Leather, 5" (H) x 9.5" (W), $69.99 BL ACK (Pictured) SKWA03 CARAMEL SKWA01
ENVELOPE L APTOP CASE IN OILED CARAMEL Uganda, Unlined, Button Stud Closure, Internal Pocket Sleeve, 9.5" (H) x 14" (W), SKCAS4, $79.99
LEATHER JEWELRY ROLL IN OILED CARAMEL Uganda, Unlined, Tie Closure, 9" (H) x 13.5" (W), SKCAS5, $59.99
OYSTER COSTMETIC BAG Ethiopia, Oiled Leather, 7" (H) x 10" (W), $49.99
TASSEL CLUTCH Uganda, Pebbled Leather, 7.5" (H) x 10" (W), $59.99
CARAMEL (Pictured), SKTB7 BL ACK SKLA1
MULBERRY (Pictured), SKCL54 BL ACK SKCL42 OCHRE SKCL53
WRISTLET STRAP Ethiopia, 6.5" (L) x 0.5" (W), $29.99 BL ACK (Pictured) SKLA3 CARAMEL SKLA2
ZIPPERED WALLET Ethiopia, Oiled Leather, 5" (H) x 9" (W), $119.99 CARAMEL (Pictured) SKWA05 BL ACK SKWA12
STANDARD WALLET Ethiopia, Oiled Leather, 3.5" (H) x 7.5" (W), $39.99 CARAMEL (Pictured) SKWA02 BL ACK SKWA04 21
BRASS MINI CUBE STUDS Uganda, SKEAR12, $34.99
BRASS TASSEL EARRINGS Uganda, SKEAR13, $69.99
BRASS BAR EARRINGS (Pictured p. 22) Uganda, SKEAR14, $49.99
LEATHER FRINGE EARRINGS (Pictured p. 23) Uganda, SKEAR15, $24.99
ANKOLE HORN CRESCENT EARRINGS Uganda, SKEAR16, $39.99
BRASS HALF MOON BANGLE Uganda, SKBG12, $49.99
ANKOLE HORN BANGLE SET Uganda, SKBG13, $39.99
ANKOLE HORN TRIANGLE BANGLE Uganda, SKBG14, $19.99
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SUBIRA BRACELETS SET Uganda, SKBRB15S, $39.99 MULBERRY, SKBRB15, $14.99 OCHRE, SKBRB16, $14.99 BLUE NILE, SKBRB17, $14.99
SOLE SISTER BANGLE SET Uganda, SKBG04, $59.99
BRASS HEX BANGLE (Pictured below), Uganda, SKBG09, $29.99
BEADED TASSEL BRACELET Uganda, SKBRB14, $34.99
LEATHER FRINGE NECKL ACE Uganda, SKBN23, $49.99
ANKOLE HORN CRESCENT NECKL ACE (Pictured Left), Uganda, SKBN21, $59.99
BRASS MOON NECKL ACE Uganda, SKBN22, $49.99
BEADED CUBE NECKL ACE Uganda, SKBN24, $34.99
BRASS TASSEL NECKL ACE (Pictured pg. 22), Uganda, SKBN19, $69.99
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THE BRAVE JEWELRY COLLECTION The Sseko Jewelry Collection features jewelry items with interchangeable charm pieces that easily slide on and off and can be worn in countless ways. Each bracelet, necklace and beaded charm piece is handcrafted and ethically made in Africa by women at Sseko Designs!
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AS HORT BRAVE NECKL ACE Uganda, Gold Plated Chain, Brass Diamond Pendant, 18" Long, SKBN01, $39.99 BS UEDE BRAVE NECKL ACE Uganda, Suede Cord, Brass Diamond Pendant, 33" Long, SKBN02, $34.99 CL ONG BRAVE NECKL ACE Uganda, Gold Plated Chain, Brass Diamond Pendant, 33" Long, SKBN03, $54.99
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D B RAVE BRACELET Uganda, Brass, SKBRB1, $24.99 E BRAVE EARRINGS Uganda, 1.5" Drop Length, 14K Gold Plated Earring Hooks, Brass Pendant, SKEAR4, $19.99
FREEDOM SKBP148, $9.99
PATIENCE SKBP6, $9.99
LOVE SKBP23, $9.99
PL AYFULNESS SKBP4, $9.99
INITIAL CHARM A-Z, SKBP, $6.99
BRAVERY CHARM SKBP29, $6.99
CL ARITY SKBP21, $9.99
LEARNING SKBP147, $9.99
GRACE SKBP145, $9.99
MINDFULNESS HOPE SKBP18, SKBP37, $9.99 $9.99
CURIOSITY SKBP17, $9.99
L AUGHTER SKBP5, $9.99
GENEROSITY SKBP9, $9.99
CONFIDENCE SKBP3, $9.99
STRENGTH CHARM SKBP27, $6.99
STRENGTH SKBP10, $9.99
BOLDNESS SKBP16, $9.99
PEACE SKBP35, $9.99
BRAVERY SKBP12, $9.99
FOCUS SKBP11, $9.99
Brave Pieces can be used on any of our Brave Jewelry as well as the Wrap Sandals! For a full selection of Brave Pieces and all the ways to style them visit SsekoDesigns.com
WHIMSY SKBP14, $9.99
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JOIN TEAM SSEKO! BECOME A SSEKO FELLOW
USING FASHION TO CREATE OPPORTUNITY & COMMUNITY FOR WOMEN GLOBALLY. “I originally became a Sseko Fellow simply as a way to give back and help another woman. Who knew that decision would lead me half way across the world to actually meet my Sole Sister?! I not only got to meet the woman I was partnered with but all of the beautiful women who are a part of Sseko Uganda. It’s my hope to hold more than just a few trunk shows a month, because the more shows I hold the more badges I earn for my Sole Sister, Josephine!” -rachel k. sseko fellow, tx 26
THE SSEKO FELLOWS PROGRAM
HOW IT WORKS 1. JOIN
2. CONNECT
3. SHARE
Our team & become an expert in all things Sseko
With women in your community to host fun and meaningful Trunk Shows
The Sseko story (and style tips!) online and at Trunk Shows
4. EARN
5. EMPOWER
Commission on all sales (plus other perks!)
Women in Uganda and here at home!
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