For Aurora James, Brother Vellies Is Just the Beginning
In this series, Man Repeller shines a light on standout independent, Black-owned fashion labels we think you should know about (and shop from!). Today we have Aurora James, creative director of Brother Vellies and founder of 15 Percent Pledge.
The designer and founder:
The brand:
Brother Vellies, a luxury accessories brand founded in 2013 with an emphasis on keeping traditional African design practices and techniques alive.
Partially as a response to changing needs brought on by the pandemic, Brother Vellies has expanded recently with Bodega, a collection of small-batch goods like Cloud Socks and handmade mugs made from Oaxacan clay, and Something Special, a subscription service that sends you something sustainably- and ethically-made for your home each month during quarantine.
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