March 16th 2023.
Founded by Chisom Eze, CISE has been around since 2012, earning an honorable mention in the 2012 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Awards and having its handbags featured in Vogue and the New York Times.
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The brand offers a variety of handbags in unique colors, textures, and patterns that are sure to turn heads. From mini crossbody bags to bold tote bags and large travel bags, CISE designs bags with the everyday woman in mind.
Spring has officially arrived, and it is time to refresh our wardrobe with stylish handbags from Black luxury designers.
(Image Source: https://www.blackenterprise.com) From Maya Winston to SOUS SUS to CISE, these handbag designers are staking a claim in the industry with high-quality accessories that will make any fashionista want to "Buy Black!"
Founder and CEO, Candice Ciseaux, has been inspired by the rich history of African design aesthetics, textiles, and culture to create luxury bags that are both stylish and conscious.
“I draw inspiration from my travels to different countries in Africa,” Ciseaux said in an interview with BLACK ENTERPRISE. “My goal is to create a brand that celebrates my heritage and culture, while bringing awareness to the beauty and resilience of Black women.”
Spring has officially sprung forward and it's time to pack away the warm winter attire and bring out the pastels, hues, and patterns. To top off our looks, what better way to accessorize than with a luxury handbag? The Black luxury fashion designer community is expanding, leading to an increase in Black-owned handbag companies. Meet five Black luxury handbag designers who are making their mark in the industry with premium embossed clutches, totes, and purses that will make every handbag enthusiast shout "Buy Black!"
(Image Source: https://www.blackenterprise.com) Maya Winston, originally from Jamaica, relocated to the Bronx, New York, at 11 and was raised in the fashion center by his mother, a seamstress, and his older sister, a designer. With more than 10 years of experience, he has traveled to Asia Pacific and the Middle East to create and curate his luxury pieces. His bags are tailored to those who admire the grace and beauty of Black women.
(Image Source: https://www.blackenterprise.com) Founded by Sharlena Bernard in 2004, SOUS SUS was inspired by ballet, where the term “sous-sus” is used to represent rising up on one’s toes with one foot in front of the other. She draws her creative ideas from the sun of her home in California, incorporating high-quality leathers and colorful prints into her designs. Her “Clutch It” collection consists of clutch handbags featuring an array of leather, denim, floral, and funky prints.
(Image Source: https://www.blackenterprise.com) CISE has been taking the luxury handbag market by storm with their chic tote and crossbody bags featuring the strong message “PROTECT BLACK WOMEN.” The founder and CEO, Candice Ciseaux, draws her inspiration from African culture, textiles, and design aesthetics to create luxury bags that are chic and meaningful. Her goal is to honor her heritage while bringing awareness to the beauty and resilience of Black women.
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