By Maribeth
I love this necklace. I spent a month in Rwanda and Uganda with a 2015 CNN Hero of the Year nominee I am helping to write his autobiography. Being a male, we never got close to jewelry. I fell in love with Rwanda and the traditional tribal dresses and skirts. I also craved jewelry. I have my beautiful necklace on right now. Its beautiful. I love everything about Africa and always have. Now that Ive been in two of the countries, my necklace means even more.
By Emily
Another winner from Ila Suleyman. Great color combination. Will enhance any outfit. Beautifuly made of quality items.
By Carol
This necklace by Ila Suleyman is dramatic in its simplicity. I love its colors and textures, and I love its asymmetry. Its perfect, and even prettier in person than online.
"My forefathers were predominantly millet and cattle farmers, and they would use the leather of the animals for accessories such as talismans, bangles and necklaces for personal use."
"Assalamu Alaikum. Peace be unto you! I'm Ila Suleyman, of Bawku in Ghana and my parents are Rayende and Nabiga Suleyman. I was born into a... read more
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