Kokina Hand-embroidery Flat Mules
Start your day with a touch of Christmas Sparkle.
Kokina is an old Istanbul tradition to celebrate the arrival of Christmas and the winter. To make kokina, you put together two plants that grow in the wild in Istanbul: Knee Holly and Anatolian Sarsaparilla. The making and selling of kokina is a tradition passed down from the Rum (Roman from the East Roman Empire, in other words, the Byzantium) who are the Turkish Greeks who made up a large number of the inhabitants of Constantinople, later Istanbul. It is said that the name kokina comes from kokkino, the Greek word for red.
Point-toe, hand-embroidery flat mules cut from Velvet Fabric.
All of their materials are locally and ethically sourced for the finest quality.
The embroidered surfaces of their shoes are made of either velvet or Kutnu fabric, a natural blend of cotton in the warp and pure silk in the weft.
The soles, insoles, and lining of their slippers and mules are made of genuine leather.
Hand-crafted and hand-embroidered in Istanbul, Turkey.
Different parts of this shoe is made by different artisans.
This piece is made completely by hand using decades-old techniques, patterns, and equipment.
It takes 7 to 20 working days to make this item, depending on the complexity of the design.
SIZE
We suggest buying at least one size larger than your regular shoe size.
CARE
Suitable for both indoor and outdoor use in warm, dry weather since their soles are made of 100% genuine leather.
We do NOT recommend wearing them outside in the rain or snow since the mud, damp or water can damage them.
If any part gets dirty, we recommend wiping and spot-cleaning them with a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not bleach.
It is an important mission of AnatolianCraft to bring as much work as possible into our community and to our local women artisans who can work from their own homes, make a good living, and be in charge of their own lives and families.
They currently partner with 33 women in Eastern Anatolia and provide them with good wages.
They aim to collaborate with and support 81 women artisans in all 81 cities in Turkey by next year.
It will ship within 1-4 days.
Returns are accepted on this product within 15 days of receipt. Item must be returned unused, with tags, in its original packaging.
Worldwide Shipping with DHL.
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