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SHOP LOCAL-ish
from FlyWestair May 2021
The most unique local lifestyle brands and products that will guide, motivate and inspire you to express your identity.
Suelo
Suelo is an authentic espadrille brand from Cape Town, South Africa, currently operating from a humble home-based studio in Windhoek, Namibia. Suelo espadrilles are exceptional quality shoes, crafted in a unique style, that are fit for everyday use. Recognising the strain which irresponsible manufacturing can put on our planet, the company is committed to minimising its environmental footprint by avoiding single-use plastics, reducing waste and sourcing sustainably supplied materials.
Instagram: @suelo_espadrilles
AFRICAN NATURALS
African Naturals, a Namibian-owned natural hair and skin care line proudly crafted locally and made with a unique blend of organic, plant-based African ingredients, was started in 2016 by Zodidi Gaseb. All products are 100% natural and free of artificial ingredients such as mineral oil, synthetic preservatives, parabens, artificial fragrances, sulphates and animal ingredients.
A line triggered by the lack of products catering specifically to natural hair and ethnic skin, African Naturals also promotes self-love and reimagining the perception of natural hair in the workplace, at school and in society in general. Passionate about the healing and restorative powers of natural products and a holistic look at beauty, the company prides itself on combining the best ingredients that nature has to offer for hair health, whilst celebrating Africa’s natural heritage.
Instagram: @africannaturals_namibia
DE SNIJPLANK
Using only Prosopis wood, De Snijplank creates heirloom quality kitchen accessories for your home. They don’t mass-produce anything. When something is handmade, a lot of time and real passion goes into making it. They believe every kitchen product should turn your time into a great experience. Using the natural patterns of the wood, all products made have a unique design. They endeavour to create more practical products with better quality and extraordinary appearance.
Instagram: @de_snijplank
EKIPA JEWELLERY AND ART
“Sometimes funky - always stylish”... this describes the extravagant jewellery of goldsmith Grit Böttcher, who learnt her trade in Germany.
Founded in 2001, Ekipa Jewellery & Art is situated in the Namibia Craft Centre in the heart of Windhoek.
For 20 years now, you can visit Grit’s studio where jewels are manufactured from natural materials like gemsbok horn, ostrich eggshell, colourful springbok fur and recycled African glass beads. Namibian tourmaline and aquamarine set in silver are also among the exclusive designs you can admire at Ekipa Jewellery & Art.
Instagram: @ekipa.art
Purple Pod
True Namibian bath bombs handcrafted with Namibian love and environmentally friendly ingredients.
Enhanced with luxury, premier bath salts soften the water with essential oils and fragrances known to age-old aromatherapy. Moisturise your skin with a Namibian secret - Marula oil.
Choose your favourite bomb from four main collections.
