Good Vibes are in The Bag
We are dedicated to collaborating with talented female artisans who are experts in their craft. We are meticulous with every detail involved in making our products — from our craftsmanship and thoughtful material selection, to our ethical standards and fair compensation practices.
Cesta bags are made entirely by hand from start-to-finish. Each piece begins its journey in the hills of Rwanda, Africa.
Cesta baskets are made entirely of sisal or raffia – dyed using only organic vegetables. Sisal is an ideal renewable resources – over its life-cycle, it absorbs more carbon dioxide than it produces and sisal groves help to reduce soil erosion with their extensive root systems. Even once finished baskets, our baskets are 100% biodegradable.
Meet Niyitegeka Liberte
“I am the primary income provider in my family. Before, I didn’t always know if I could afford food if the crops failed or medicine in the case of emergency. Now, I can comfortably say that I am able to pay for a hospital visit, medical treatment, or additional food if needed. The increased income made it easy for me to get loans, which I used to build my house, invest in land, and purchase livestock. I aspire to have a lasting impact on my family and community by working to lift up others.”
“They’re luxe, yet low-key-not “crunchy”. It’s just one way Cesta is subverting the many stigmas surrounding sustainable fashion.”
"Jane Birkin would be jealous."
“Cesta Collective has made a big impact with small handbags on more than 1,400 women’s lives.”
"Cesta Collective founded their buzzy brand on making a difference."
Finished in Italy
Our baskets are handmade into handbags in Italy. Each piece is expertly crafted by skilled artisans who use traditional techniques and the finest, thoughtfully chosen materials.
Small Batch Production
When we say limited-edition, we mean it. Each & every piece in our collection is made entirely by hand from start-to-finish, in very small batches. Because, ubiquity isn't interesting! Only a few of each exist & all are unique in their own way.
