"After designing shoes for 5 years with Brother Vellies, I realized that the shade I had been designing in and creating for years called - nude - was really not nude at all. Not on me, anyway. It was in that moment that I realized I wanted to reclaim that word for all of us in every and any color and start making some of our most beloved shapes in a tone for me and a 'nude' tone for you too - whatever shade you may be."
- Aurora James Creative Director, Brother Vellies
Heeled Pump with laces rendered in suede. Heel height is 4 inches.

Handcrafted shoes and handbags from South Africa, Ethiopia, Kenya & Morocco, founded by Creative Director, Aurora James.

Brother Vellies

Ribbon Pump In Grace

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Heels & Pumps

"After designing shoes for 5 years with Brother Vellies, I realized that the shade I had been designing in and creating for years called - nude - was really not nude at all. Not on me, anyway. It was in that moment that I realized I wanted to reclaim that word for all of us in every and any color and start making some of our most beloved shapes in a tone for me and a 'nude' tone for you too - whatever shade you may be."
- Aurora James (Creative Director, Brother Vellies)
Heeled Pump with laces rendered in suede. Heel height is 4 inches.

Ribbon Pump In Eartha

Ribbon Pump In Diana

If the 90s minimalism movement could be captured in just one shoe...
Tiny wooden kitten 1 inch heel.
Red calf leather.
Everyday essential.

Tuesday Mule In Tomato

Mules & Slides

Our favorite boot, now a mule.
Stamped leather, effortlessly sexy.

Lauryn Mule In Dandelion

"After designing shoes for 5 years with Brother Vellies, I realized that the shade I had been designing in and creating for years called - nude - was really not nude at all. Not on me, anyway. It was in that moment that I realized I wanted to reclaim that word for all of us in every and any color and start making some of our most beloved shapes in a tone for me and a 'nude' tone for you too - whatever shade you may be."
- Aurora James Creative Director, Brother Vellies
Heeled Pump rendered in suede. Heel height is 4 inches.

Nude Pump In Yoko

Our favorite boot, now a mule.
Embossed leather, effortlessly sexy.

Lauryn Mule In Espresso

Ribbon Pump In Yoko

Our signature billfold bag - named after the Lijadu Sisters - in c alf hair.
Kenyan hand-carved hardwood chain link and gold logo emblem. Removable strap and interior mirror. Multi-card holding interior pockets and zip pouch.
Please keep this bag forever, it's meant that way. It is never going on sale.
Approximate dimensions: 8 inches x 7 inches; 23 inch strap; 2.5 inches wide.

Lijadu Billfold In Checkers

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Handbags

Ribbon Pump In Frida

Nude Pump In Frida

"After designing shoes for 5 years with Brother Vellies, I realized that the shade I had been designing in and creating for years called - nude - was really not nude at all. Not on me, anyway. It was in that moment that I realized I wanted to reclaim that word for all of us in every and any color and start making some of our most beloved shapes in a tone for me and a 'nude' tone for you too - whatever shade you may be."
- Aurora James, Creative Director, Brother Vellies
Heeled Pump with laces rendered in suede. Heel height is 4 inches.

Ribbon Pump In Cicely

If the 90s minimalism movement could be captured in just one shoe...
Tiny wooden kitten 1 inch heel.
Woven espresso leather.
Everyday essential.

Tuesday Mule In Espresso

Slip on this mule, for doing all the things, like saying "I do" or getting groceries.
Heel height: 2.5” / 65 mm

Stell Mule In Ivory

Sky blue patent leather, Swarovski crystal and pearl ankle strap, 3.5" heel.
Perfect for your something blue.

Palmella Pump In Sky

the only way to walk into 2021.

patent leather, Swarovski crystal ankle strap, 3.5" heel

Palmella Pump In Midnight

If the 90s minimalism movement could be captured in just one shoe...
Tiny wooden kitten 1-inch heel.
Mustard-colored suede.
Everyday essential.

Tuesday Mule In Mustard

If the 90s minimalism movement could be captured in just one shoe...
Tiny wooden kitten 1 inch heel.
Braided raffia.
Everyday essential.

Tuesday Mule In Raffia

Our favorite Greg Shoe has a warmer-weathered friend, the Greg Sandal.
We support Cloud socks and sandals. An effortless addition to your spring wardrobe.

Women's Greg Sandal In Midnight

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Sandals

A warm welcome to the evening flip flop, the MVP of the summer.

Tyla Sandal In Midnight

Our Nudes collection is made to order and will ship within 4-6 weeks.
Not eligible for return or exchange.

Tyla Sandal In Eartha

Made from repurposed safari tires in Kenya.

Aloya Tyre Sandal

Inspired by the seaport town in Italy, the Trieste is the ultimate summer getaway.
Leather sole and straps.

Trieste Sandal In Ruby Red

Men's Greg Sandal In Midnight

Tyla Sandal In Dove

Inspired by the seaport town in Italy, the Trieste is the ultimate summer getaway.
Pillow suede.
We recommend sizing up if you are a half size.

Trieste Sandal In Pillow Suede

Calf hair with metal BV logo and button closures in the back.
Meant to be worn at the natural waist.
S/M fits size 24-32 inch waist
M/L fits size 28-36 inch waist
Additional sizes can be achieved in either direction by adding holes.
Pre-order style shipping Aug. 20th - September 10th.

Opus Belt In Checkers

Belt Bags

Almost too chic for actual exercise.
Pair these with our Cloud Sock for the full Diana off-duty vibe.