Natural Fique Bucket bag
- Handmade fique bucket bag
- Fique is a: strong durable fiber obtained from the leaves of a succulent tropical American plan
- Over-the-shoulder leather strap
- Lined inside
- Dust bag included
- This bags takes up to 10 days to make
- 100% handmade in Colombia
Each bag is 100% handmade in Colombia and unique in it's own way. Colors and patterns may vary slightly from photo.
To design one-of-kind pieces, SH continuously innovates with new materials. We are excited to introduce our very first fique bags; fique is a strong durable fiber obtained from the leaves of a succulent tropical plant native to Colombia. Due to its durability, fique is used to make products such as handbags, tapestry, baskets, ropes, and much more. We designed a classic bucket bag silhouette with an over-the-shoulder straps; its natural color makes this bag easy to style with anything in your closet.
Height: 11in / 28cm
Strap Length: 21in / 55cm
To clean, wipe dry with a damp cloth. Use liquid soap if needed. Hang dry.
Kind To People and The Planet
Female Empowerment
Global Appeal
Fair Trade And Sustainable Practices
By working closely with local craftsmen and women, Soraya provides a stable source of employment to over 40 Wayuu families, rejecting the fast fashion business model in favor of a more sustainable, environmentally responsible production process.
SORAYA HENNESSY is committed to advancing the economic rights of indigenous women in Colombia and Venezuela. Through offering waged two times industry average for their art, Soraya empowers Wayuu women to become entrepreneurs themselves, as well as encouraging innovation and providing education and training to them and their families. Soraya also makes sure to meet with her artisans whenever she can, and knows the creator of each bag personally. She shuns faceless mass-production in favour of this fair-trade alternative approach, simultaneously supporting vulnerable Wayuu communities and raising awareness about sustainable practices. As all weaving is done by hand, in the home of the artisan without factories or machines, SORAYA HENNESSY champions responsible business practices that supports Wayuu people and the planet. We invite you take this craftsmanship journey with us, learn more HERE.