ECHOES OF THE FOREST

Category: Accessories

This body of work is inspired by the African forest elephant — a quiet giant of the wilderness and a symbol of both physical and spiritual strength. Endangered and often unseen, this elephant moves with grace through dense forests, embodying wisdom, resilience, and deep connection to the Earth. Beyond its ecological importance, the elephant carries profound spiritual meaning. Across cultures, it represents wisdom, protection, patience, and ancestral memory. It teaches us to move with intention, to hold space for others, and to honor the strength found in stillness. As a spiritual messenger and guardian, the elephant reminds us of what must be preserved — not only in the wild, but within our cultures and inner selves. In this collection, the textures, forms, and tones reflect these qualities — drawing from the earthy, raw elegance of the elephant’s natural world. Through leather, I aim to translate its presence into something tactile and lasting: a tribute to survival, sacred balance, and the quiet power of endurance. As we walk through our own forests — of memory, identity, and creation — I hold onto this truth: “Kama tembo, twavuka kimya tukiwa na nguvu. (Like the elephant, we cross in silence but with power.)