By Christy Anyanwu
On July 13, 2019, Jakar Lagos hosted a Summer Pop-up at The Lennox Mall in Lekki, a venue celebrated for its luxurious retail spaces and elegant ambience.
The event was a collaborative effort with other notable brands, including Spectrum by Aisha and Shushi Official, offering attendees exclusive deals and unique pieces.
The handbags showcased during this pop-up exuded a quintessential summer essence. Each piece was a testament to the brand’s commitment to simplicity in design, allowing the intricacy, vibrancy, and colourfulness of the leather patterns to take centre stage. The selection ranged from compact mini bags to spacious maxi designs, catering to diverse preferences.
At the heart of Jakar Lagos’ handbags is an unwavering commitment to leather excellence. Unlike brands that rely on surface treatments to disguise imperfections, Jakar Lagos embraces full-grain and top-grain leathers – materials that showcase the natural beauty and resilience of animal hides. These leathers are carefully sourced to ensure consistency in texture while allowing organic variations that make each bag unique.
The tanning process is a defining factor in the quality of these handbags. Jakar Lagos favours vegetable tanning, an eco-conscious method that preserves the leather’s integrity while enhancing its ability to develop a rich appearance over time. This technique ensures that the bags are not only visually appealing upon purchase but also improve in character with use.
The finishing process, which includes edge painting, burnishing, and controlled conditioning, prevents cracking and fraying, extending the longevity of each piece.
Unlike soft, unstructured leather bags, Jakar Lagos’ designs incorporate interfacing techniques that give them form and stability. This is particularly evident in their crossbody bags, which maintain their shape even with frequent use.
The success of the Summer Pop-up at The Lennox Mall further solidified the brand’s identity, showcasing its ability to curate collections that resonate with contemporary tastes while honouring traditional craftsmanship.