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ot long ago, Sseko was headquartered under a mango tree in rural Uganda. It was just four young women, making sandals and dreaming about what the future held. Sseko Designs now employs over 50 women from all walks of life, who together make beautiful things. Through the making and selling of beautiful products, incredibly bright and passionate young women are able to continue their educations and chase their dreams. We love to dream about the futures of these women--about the change they will bring to their country. But we love dreaming about the present as well-- we are committed to building a community of people, both in East Africa and the US, who have the courage to dream about and work towards a more beautiful world. These women will not make sandals forever. They will go on to become doctors, lawyers, politicians, writers, and teachers who will bring change to their country and our world. Sseko Designs uses fashion to provide employment and scholarship opportunities to women pursuing their dreams and overcoming poverty. We provide full-time employment and access to a comprehensive social impact program to our entire team in Uganda, and we do it all through a financially self-sustaining model. To read these women’s stories and meet the rest of our team, visit: sse kode sig ns .com/mee t- t he- w omen
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BASE: WHOLESALE $20.45 // MSRP $44.99 RIBBONS: WHOLESALE $5.00-$11.00 // MSRP $10.00-22.00 ACCESSORIES: WHOLESALE $5.00-$9.50 // MSRP $10.00-19.00 Sseko Ribbon Sandals are bases with 5 anchor points through which interchangeable fabric ribbons are laced. Removable leather accessories can also be added-on using those same fabric ribbons. Our soles are made from 3 materials: leather, microfoam, and rubber and come in women’s whole sizes 5-12. The top layer is genuine, high quality leather that is sourced from local family farmers. In the middle, our soles have a layer of microfoam that forms to the foot over time and a foam wedge in the heel for added and lasting comfort. Finally, the bottom layer is rubber that is produced in Kenya. All materials for Sseko ribbon sandal bases are sourced from East Africa.
Sseko ribbons are all 64 inches long and vary in width, depending on the material from which they’re made. We purchase fabrics for ribbons in the local marketplace in Kampala, Uganda. All Sseko ribbons are produced in our workshop in Uganda. Sseko sandal accessories are made from genuine leather and come in three shapes: triangle, circle, and rectangle. Triangle and circle accessories are one standard size, and can be worn with any size sandal. Rectangle accessories come in size small (recommended for sizes 5-7) and large (recommended for sizes 8-12). All sandal accessories are handmade in our workshop in Uganda.
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SANDAL SANDALS: WHOLESALE $31.25 // MSRP $69.99 ACCENTS: WHOLESALE $9.50 // MSRP $19.99
Sseko t-strap sandals are made in our workshop in Uganda using genuine, high quality leather that is sourced from local family farmers. The leather upper includes hook and eye hardware to which different handmade, leather accents are secured to change the look of the sandal. T-strap accents are also handmade in our workshop in Uganda using genuine, high quality leather that is sourced locally. Accents are secured to the t-strap sandal using hook and eye hardware and embellishments range from assorted beads and gold hardware to colorful paper beads: a traditional Ugandan craft and product.
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LOAFER: WHOLESALE $49.50 // MSRP $109.00 Sseko Loafers are handmade in Ethiopia using either calfskin leather or sheepskin suede that are both locally sourced. Our Classic Loafer has a standard silhouette with sleek lines, with the ease and comfort of a slip on shoe. The Accent Loafer has the same design, except for the leather lip feature on top of the toe that allows for Sseko Loafer Accents to be snapped on and off securely. By changing out accents on the Accent Loafer, a woman is able to style her loafers as she chooses.
LOAFER ACCENTS ACCENTS: WHOLESALE $7.50 // MSRP $15.00 Loafer Accents are handmade in our workshop in Uganda using genuine, high quality leather that is sourced locally, and are sold in whole and half sizes 5-11. Accents should be paired with the Accent Loafer and are secured to the loafer by inserting a shoe clip into the leather lip on the top of the shoe. Accent embellishments range from assorted beads and gold hardware to colorful paper beads: a traditional Ugandan craft and product.
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BOOTIE WHOLESALE $58.50 // MSRP $129.00
The Sseko Nomad Bootie is handmade in Ethiopia using either calfskin leather or sheepskin suede that is both locally sourced, and is sold in whole and half sizes 5-11. Not only does this shoe provide its wearer the style of a classic ankle bootie (secured with leather laces), but it also increases the production of our partnering organization that works toward sustainable, fair wage employment in Ethiopia.
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CLUTCH SOLID: WHOLESALE $44.50 // MSRP $89.99 SHIBORI: WHOLESALE $59.50 // MSRP $119.99
Sseko convertible crossbody bags are handmade in Ethiopia using beautifully soft and supple Ethiopian sheepskin. In addition to paying fair wages, our partner organization subsidizes education for female employees and actively promotes women to leadership roles within the company. Every crossbody bag can be worn three ways (as a folded crossbody, full-size crossbody, and a clutch), has three interior pockets, one exterior pocket and is fully lined. When folded, the bag measures 6.5” (h) x 11.5” (l) x 1” (w). When open, the bag measures 11” (h) x 11.5” (l) x 1” (w). Crossbody bags come in both solid colors and shibori, a traditional Ethiopian tie-dying process.
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SUEDE: WHOLESALE $54.50 // MSRP $109.99 LEATHER: WHOLESALE $64.50 // MSRP $129.99 The Sseko Bucket Bag is handmade in Ethiopia using either sheep skin suede or calf skin leather sourced in the same region the bags are produced in. These bags are the perfect unstructured market totes, with raw edges and a zippered pocket inside. The leather is finished using an oil-pulling technique that brings the beautifully rugged, distressed look to the bag.
THE WHOLESALE $34.50 // MSRP $69.99 Handmade in Ethiopia, these clutches are handcrafted using sheep suede and distressed bronze leather, both of which are locally sourced. Each clutch, whether size S, M, or L, is unlined with a zipper closure on top. These can be sold as a gift set or separated and sold individually in the store. Note- If separating the set, the suggested retail prices are: S $15.00, M $20.00, L $35.00
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SOLID: WHOLESALE $74.50 // MSRP $149.99 SHIBORI: WHOLESALE $94.50 // MSRP $189.99 Sseko hobo bags are handmade in Ethiopia using locally sourced highland sheepskin leather by a partnering organization that pays fair wages, subsidizes education for female employees and actively promotes women to leadership roles within the company. Every hobo bag is 21” (h) x 14” (l) x 3” (w), has three interior pockets and is fully lined with canvas and a tradititional Batik African fabric.
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WHOLESALE $24.50-$29.50 // MSRP $49.99-59.99 WOVEN SHAWL: WHOLESALE $49.50 // MSRP $99.00 Sseko scarves are hand-woven in Ethiopia by artisans who earn a fair wage and are given the opportunity to preserve and promote indigenous trades and skills by our partnering organization. Our scarves are made from both Eri silk and Ethiopian cotton and come in both infinity and rectangle shapes. Each season Sseko releases new styles in several different, lovely textures and color ways. The woven shawl is made by hand through traditional weaving, this shawl is extremely technical and takes an entire day to make a single one, but the result is a beautifully intricate work of art.
STANDARD SIZE: WHOLESALE $19.50 // MSRP $39.99 T R AV E L S I Z E : W H O L E S A L E $ 3 4 . 5 0 / / M S R P $ 6 9 . 9 9 Sseko wallets come in two sizes, standard and travel, and are made from locally sourced leather in Ethiopia. The standard wallet is 7.5” (l) x 4.25” (w) when closed and has 6 card slots, 2 interior pockets, and a button enclosure. The travel wallet measures 9.5” (l) x 5” (w) when closed and has 10 card slots, a zippered pocket, and a section for travel documents.
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SADDLE AND HARBOR TOTES: WHOLESALE $120.00 // MSRP $240.00 ACCENT TOTE: WHOLESALE $112.50 // MSRP $225.00 Our leather totes are handmade by a partnering organization in Kenya that is working to empower local artisans and end the cycle of poverty through fair wage employment. Every tote is made from high quality leather sourced from the Rift Valley in Kenya and canvas lining. Totes are 13” (h) x 18” (l) x 5” (w) and have a drop length (handles to top of bag) of 9.5.” Each tote has three internal pockets and a laptop compartment that fits up to a 15” computer. Our Accent tote is the same in construction as our Harbor and Saddle totes, but comes with a removable accent feature at the base of the leather handles. Using hook and eye hardware, different accent pieces are secured to change up the look of the bag.
TOTE ACCENTS WHOLESALE $7.50-$10.00 // MSRP $15.00-20.00 All tote accents are produced exclusively for use with the Sseko accent tote, and are handmade out of genuine leather in our workshop in Uganda. Accents come in pairs (one for each handle) or in a single piece that stretches from handle to handle. They are embellished using fabrics (such as lace), studs, and paper beads: a traditional Ugandan craft and product. With hook and eye hardware, each accent piece can be secured to change up the look of the bag.
R IBBON S A NDA L DI SPL AY COST: $30 (RIBBON DISPLAY) + $5 (BOX) + SHIPPING (INCLUDES ONE FOOT FORM) The Ribbon Sandal Modular Display comes in two parts. One has 10 hooks to display up to 40 interchangeable Sandal Ribbons and Accessories. At 26” tall, 18” wide, and 10” deep, the display sits easily atop any surface and beautifully displays a customer’s options. With a flat 7” x 18” ledge on the front, you can display a foot form or Sseko story cards. Boxes to display Ribbon Sandal bases are 14” deep, 4.75” wide, and 3” tall and fit 6 Sseko sandal bases each. Ribbon Sandal display
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T-S T R A P ACC E N T S A NDA L DI SPL AY COST: $30 + SHIPPING (INCLUDES ONE FOOT FORM) The T-Strap Accent Sandal Display comes with 5 hooks to display up to 20 interchangeable T-Strap Accents. At 22” tall, 18” wide, and 10” deep, the display sits easily atop any surface and beautifully displays a customer’s options. With a flat 7” x 18” ledge on the front, you can display a foot form or Sseko story cards.
REORDER HOW TO NEED TO PLACE A REORDER WITH SSEKO? IT IS SIMPLE! 1. Go to ssekodesigns.com and click on Wholesale Connection at the bottom of the home screen 2. Click on ‘Lettuce Wholesale Order Portal’ which will redirect you to our wholesale portal (If you bookmark this page you can skip step one next time!) 3. Sign in using your email and password. *Note: if you have not created a username and password, do not click on ‘request access’, just email sales@ssekodesigns.com and we will ‘invite’ you to the wholesale portal where you can create your login details.* 4. Select the items you need and add them to your cart. When you are done adding to your cart, click the green ‘Checkout’ button. 5. Select (or edit if need be) your billing and shipping address, review your order, and click the green ‘Submit’ button. Again, if you have any questions or need help, contact your Sales Rep or Sseko HQ with questions.
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