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Inspired by the rich heritage of Oudtshoorn, South Africa's renowned ostrich capital, Okapi's opulent feather boa celebrates the legacy of the region's historic ostrich feather industry. Once considered more valuable than gold or diamonds, ostrich feathers played a pivotal role in transforming the small Karoo village into one of the wealthiest towns in the world.
Today, the legacy continues through responsible and sustainable farming practices. The original ostrich farming families of the Karoo remain committed to supporting local communities and preserving the region's unique agricultural heritage. Luxuriously soft and beautifully crafted, this feather boa is a timeless statement piece that reflects both elegance and conscious craftsmanship.
Features
- Crafted from 100% ostrich feathers
- Luxurious and lightweight statement accessory
- Inspired by the heritage of Oudtshoorn, South Africa
- Ethically and sustainably sourced materials
- Supports local communities and traditional farming practices
- Designed to add texture, movement, and elegance to any look
Materials
100% Ostrich Feather. All materials are sustainably sourced as a by-product of the existing farming industry.
About Ostrich
Okapi’s ostrich leather is sustainably and ethically sourced as a by-product of the existing free-range ostrich farming industry in South Africa. Through the close relationships which we have fostered with the farming communities in the Karoo region, we are able to give complete transparency and ensure that our natural materials are 100 % traceable, ethical, and sustainably sourced. We work closely with our suppliers to ensure all processes are of the highest safety and quality, along with ethical production practices that respect both animal welfare and the environment. The uniqueness of our leathers is characterized by the deliberate inclusion of the natural markings that the animals incur in the wild. The natural markings that the animal incurs in the wild are included on the skins which are used. This gives each Okapi piece a more organic and changeable quality.
- Locally made
- Ethically sourced
- Handmade
- Entirely traceable