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Zanji

Hand-painted Coffee Print Jacket

Hand-painted Coffee Print Jacket

€49,00 EUR
€49,00 EUR
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This hand-painted jacket is a truly unique piece from the Zanji collection, inspired by traditional patterns and modern design. Each piece is carefully handcrafted by textile artist Wenafwi in her studio in Blantyre.

The flowing lines of the coffee print are reminiscent of natural shapes and movements. The neutral tones and striking black make it a versatile companion for everyday life or special occasions.

DETAILS

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SHIPMENT

Delivery time

  • Germany: 2 - 5 working days
  • Sustainable packaging and climate-friendly with DHL GoGreen

Shipping costs

  • Germany : 4,99 €
  • EU : 6,50 €
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The Faces behind

Wenafiwis - the Face behind ZANJI

Behind the Zanji brand is 26-year-old artist and designer Wenafwi from Blantyre, Malawi. With a background in marketing and a passion for art, she founded the label in 2020, which combines traditional elements and modern streetwear. What once began with the upcycling of old denim jackets has developed into a brand that uniquely fuses art and fashion.

Wenafwi draws her inspiration from Malawian culture and reinterprets traditional forms. In her studio in Blantyre, she creates hand-painted jackets, supported by her assistants Aretha and Moses, whom she trained herself. Together they create up to six jackets a day - each piece is unique and combines art and sustainability

The Craft

Textile Art

At the heart of Zanji are craftsmanship and creative innovation . In their workshop, which also serves as a sales room, the jackets are created in a meticulous process:
- Selection of fabrics : Some materials are sewn by ourselves, others are curated from second-hand shops .
- Individual designs : Wenafwi creates her own patterns, which she prints on site before cutting and sewing.
- Upcycling & Sustainability : Old fabrics are given a new life while fabric scraps are carefully recycled.

Through her dedication, Wenafwi creates about 6 garments a day, often in the quiet hours of the night when creativity flows most strongly. She has also trained Aretha and Moses, who support her on a project basis.

The Story

The Impact

Zanji not only stands for fashion, but also for community and empowerment. The workshop creates jobs, promotes young talent and focuses on sustainability:
- Economic recovery: Two helpers are employed on a commission basis while the brand grows.
- Local engagement: Through its presence at markets such as Zomba Market and events in Lilongwe, Zanji promotes the creative scene in Malawi.
- Future plans: Within the next 12 months, the workshop will be expanded and permanent staff will be hired to create even more space for creativity and production.
- Sustainability: All fabric scraps are further processed to minimize waste.

However, Wenafwi's vision goes far beyond that: with a planned event at the Blantyre Museum in 2025, she wants to create an immersive experience consisting of an installation and fashion show that will make Malawi's creativity internationally visible.