COLLECTION NAME:
Luxury Lab
Record
Product:
Nude Pump Cicely
Brand:
Brother Vellies
Description:
The Cicely nude pump by Brother Vellies represents more than just footwear — it’s a symbol of cultural appreciation, sustainable luxury, and ethical fashion. By wearing these pumps — made from vegetable-tanned leather and a hand-carved wooden heel — consumers participate in a larger narrative of preserving traditions, supporting artisans, and promoting diversity in the fashion industry. Black-owned and female-led, Brother Vellies was founded by fashion designer Aurora James, who created the 15-percent pledge, challenging retailers to commit 15% of their shelf space to Black-owned companies. More than two dozen major retailers — including Nordstrom, Macy’s, and Sephora — have adopted it.
Committed to honoring the people who make its products, Brother Vellies promotes traditional African design practices and techniques while creating sustainable artisanal jobs. Ethically sourcing materials and ensuring fair labor practices, the company employs artisans across the globe, from Burkina Faso to Haiti, which helps maintain and celebrate craftsmanship practices on a local level. The company has overturned many of the clothing industry’s longstanding assumptions, even well-intentioned ones like donation. For instance, the company has illuminated how the donation of clothing from Western countries has eliminated almost 70% of textile manufacturing across many regions of Africa, a devastating result. Through artisanal craftsmanship, a commitment to fair labor practices and sustainability, and the preservation of tradition, Brother Vellies has created economic opportunities for communities throughout Africa. The Cicely nude pump is just one chapter in this ever-evolving story.
Committed to honoring the people who make its products, Brother Vellies promotes traditional African design practices and techniques while creating sustainable artisanal jobs. Ethically sourcing materials and ensuring fair labor practices, the company employs artisans across the globe, from Burkina Faso to Haiti, which helps maintain and celebrate craftsmanship practices on a local level. The company has overturned many of the clothing industry’s longstanding assumptions, even well-intentioned ones like donation. For instance, the company has illuminated how the donation of clothing from Western countries has eliminated almost 70% of textile manufacturing across many regions of Africa, a devastating result. Through artisanal craftsmanship, a commitment to fair labor practices and sustainability, and the preservation of tradition, Brother Vellies has created economic opportunities for communities throughout Africa. The Cicely nude pump is just one chapter in this ever-evolving story.
Category:
Shoes & Fashion Accessories
Type:
Shoes
Relevant Department:
FASH, ACCE, LXMT
