As fashionistas, we like to pride ourselves on our trendy sense of style. But what if you could also make a difference one handbag at a time?
That was the idea for Tina Tangalakis, a Los Angeles-based designer and creator of Della. She is on a mission to improve the lives of impoverished Ghanian women through her collections.
Her story started as a volunteer and teacher at the Happy Kids Orphanage, she met local seamstress Beatrice Agabe in the village of Hohoe. The two quickly bonded over their shared love of design and passion to improve the lives of others.
Now Tangalakis uses her eco-friendly fashion accessory line of handmade products in Ghana to make a difference in the lives of the women living in Hohoe. Della’s premier classic hobo handbag, is the cornerstone of the collection. Each purse is handmade by economically vulnerable women working under Beatrice’s mentorship and the sale of every bag has a positive effect on the people of Hohoe. In exchange, Della provides them with education, skill training, and fair wage to sustain their families, keeping them out of poverty.
So with spring is in full swing, a lightweight, African-inspired boho handbag by Della is perfect for hitting up the beach in style.
Della doesn’t just have handbags. They sell a whole line of colorful, boho-chic accessories from earrings to headbands, scarves and wallets. You can shop their spring/summer collection here. So get shopping, collegiettes! You’ll be making a difference for women living in Ghana!