π―Authentic
Unique
At Black Gorilla, we are passionate about African jewelry, we sell beautiful masterpieces sourced from all over African continent. Each item is carefully designed to inspire you. From skilfully woven earrings to hand made brass rings, we only choose the best. At Black Gorilla, we have fun designing and developing jewelry with African womenβs groups, families and small workshops combining traditional skills with fresh ideas.
Genuine
We provides work opportunities for local crafters, small entrepreneurs and womenβs groups. We pay on delivery and advance capital to buy materials, as well as giving interest free loans. We favour hand-made over factory made, natural over synthetic. We like to use pure and natural materials for our production. We mix nature with design: brass, ankara fabrics, horn, bone and obviously glass seed beads. With a continuously growing inventory to choose from, we carry the most unique selection of unusual and stylish jewelry from Africa.
Sustainable
If you are happy with your purchase from Black Gorilla, then we are happy that we can keep our producers busy and help them to maintain a regular income following the principles of Fair Trade. Black Gorilla is a sustainable and independent African business.
Ethical
When you choose a piece from our collection, you are not just acquiring a beautiful accessory, but also becoming a part of a larger narrative. You are supporting local communities, preserving traditional craftsmanship and embracing the cultural heritage of Africa.
Handcrafted Masterpieces
Whether you are looking for a statement necklace, a delicate bracelet, or a pair of stunning earrings, our handmade African jewelry collection offers a wide range of options to suit your individual style and preferences. Each piece is a work of art, meticulously crafted to enhance your beauty and make a lasting impression.
DIRECTπ€πΎTRADE
Black Gorilla fully embrace the Direct Trade model of trading, where our artisan producers sell their masterpieces directly to consumers, bypassing intermediaries like wholesalers or middlemen.
The key benefits of Direct Trade include:
1. Better Prices for Producers: Since there are no middlemen, producers can receive a larger share of the final price, which translates into higher incomes for them and their families.β¨
2. Improved Quality Control: Direct trade allows for closer relationships between producers and buyers, which can lead to better quality control and more consistent products.β¨
3. Enhanced Transparency: Consumers can learn more about the origin of their products and the conditions under which they were produced, leading to greater trust and accountability.β¨
4. Stronger Relationships: The direct connection can lead to stronger, more meaningful relationships between producers and consumers.