Drop 1 Features
Drop One "Silk Sun and Bukavu Brims" brings you a vibrant array of stylish accessories crafted with love and expertise by our talented tailors in Bukavu, Congo. Each accessory is either entirely satin or satin lined. This collection is designed to blend fashion with function, ensuring you look great while keeping your crown protected.
Fashion for Impact: Empowering Local Artisans
In the heart of Bukavu, Congo, we collaborate with skilled tailors who bring our African-inspired designs to life. By hiring locally, we provide these talented artisans with stable, well-paying jobs, fostering economic growth and development within the community. By choosing Zapenda, you’re not just buying a piece of clothing; you’re supporting a movement. A movement that values quality, sustainability, and the incredible people behind each stitch. Together, we’re building a brighter future for our community in Congo, one garment at a time.
Zapenda Academy Collection
Silk, Sun & Bukavu Brims
The Zapenda Academy Collection is a nod to our love for learning and the fashion it inspires. The collection will be released in mini drops over the season. Drop One features accessories that embrace fashion as a form of self-care. Each hair accessory, hat, or bonnet is crafted with satin or satin lining, ensuring you look good and feel even better. It may be summer, but school's in session. Get smart and learn more. A portion of our sales will go towards supporting displaced people in eastern Congo through our partners at Focus Congo.
Our Story
Zapenda was born out of my journey as a Congolese refugee and my desire to reconnect with the Motherland. What began as a passion project quickly turned into an empowering path to authenticity and social good for my community.
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