ZANZIBAR COLLECTION

STORY | INSPIRATION

[EN]

Zanzibar, also known as the Spice Island or the Archipelago of a Thousand scents, has in recent years gained popularity, becoming one of Africa's ultimate paradise destinations, attracting visitors from all other the world.

A treasure of nature and biodiversity to be discovered, with its precious nature reserves, coral reefs and other rare species but also a destination for parties and celebrations, Zanzibar connects worlds and priceless moments on the beaches of Paje or Nungwi.

But more than just an idyllic postcard, Zanzibar is also a land rich of history, with the iconic House of Wonders that collects fascinating tales of what was once a mythical crossroads of civilizations.

The many influences that have crossed Zanzibar have shaped its own and unique identity and reflects in the architecture (Stone Town and its Indian carved doors), the Swahili language that mixes Bantu and Arabic, its cuisine (a blend of spices and varied flavors) and in the local music.

Although predominantly Muslim, Zanzibar also has Christian and Hindu minorities, a diversity that allows all communities to contribute to the cultural enrichment of the archipelago and its daily life, which is a key factor in its tourist appeal.

Indeed, as a platform for cultural exchange, Zanzibar hosts festivals and events that foster dialogue and exchange between different cultures.

A true mosaic in the heart of the Indian Ocean, Zanzibar is our source of inspiration for a collection that aims to bring a breath of lightness, modernity, tolerance, and culture. Let yourself be carried away by the breath of Zanzibar, the chromatic richness of its blue and turquoise lagoons, the white sand beaches, and the methali (Swahili proverbs) that decorate the colorful kangas of these seaweed planters for whom seaweed cultivation holds no more secrets.

[FR]

Zanzibar, l'île aux épices ou encore l'archipel aux mille parfums, a gagné en notoriété devenant l'une des destinations paradisiaques africaine par excellence ces dernières années, attirant des visiteurs du monde entier.

Un trésor de la nature et de la biodiversité à découvrir pour les uns, avec ces précieuses réserves naturelles, récifs coralliens et autres espèces rares puis pour d'autres, une destination de fête et de célébrations. Elle connecte les univers et les instants inoubliables sur ces plages de Paje ou de Nungwi.

Mais plus qu'une carte postale idyllique, Zanzibar est aussi une terre riche d'Histoire, avec son iconique Maison des merveilles qui conserve des récits fascinants pour qui fut un ancien carrefour mythique de rencontre de civilisations.

Les nombreuses influences venues d'ailleurs lui ont façonné une identité propre et absolument unique qui se manifeste dans son architecture (Stone Town et ses portes en bois sculptées typiques d'Inde), dans sa langue le swahili qui intègre bantou et mots arabes, sa cuisine (un mélange d'épices et de saveurs variées) ou encore dans sa musique locale.

Bien qu'à majorité musulmane, Zanzibar a également des minorités chrétiennes et hindoues, une diversité qui permet à toutes les communautés de contribuer à l'enrichissement culturel de l'archipel et de la vie quotidienne, ce qui est un atout de son attractivité touristique. En effet, plateforme d'échange culturel, Zanzibar accueille des festivals et des événements qui favorisent le dialogue et l'échange entre différentes cultures.

Véritable mosaïque au cœur de l'océan indien, Zanzibar est notre source d'inspiration pour une collection qui se veut à la fois insuffler une brise de légèreté, de modernité, de tolérance et de culture. Ainsi, laissez-vous emporter par le souffle de Zanzibar, la richesse chromatique de ses lagons bleus et turquoise, les plages de sable blanc et les methali (proverbes swahili) qui décorent les Kangas colorés de ces jardinières de la mer pour qui la culture des algues n´a plus aucun secret.

[PT]

Zanzibar, também conhecida como a Ilha das Especiarias ou o Arquipélago dos Mil Aromas, ganhou popularidade nos últimos anos, tornando-se um dos destinos paradisíacos mais procurados de África, atraindo visitantes de todo o mundo.

Um tesouro de natureza e biodiversidade por descobrir, com as suas preciosas reservas naturais, recifes de coral e outras espécies raras, mas também um destino para festas e celebrações, Zanzibar liga mundos e momentos inestimáveis nas praias de Paje ou Nungwi.

Mas mais do que um idílico postal, Zanzibar é também uma terra rica em história, com a icónica Casa das Maravilhas, que reúne contos fascinantes do que outrora foi um cruzamento mítico de civilizações.

As muitas influências que atravessaram Zanzibar moldaram a sua identidade própria e única e refletem-se na arquitetura (a Stone town e as suas portas indianas esculpidas), na língua suaíli que mistura o bantu e o árabe, na culinária (uma mistura de especiarias e sabores variados) e na música local.

Embora predominantemente muçulmana, Zanzibar possui também minorias cristãs e hindus, uma diversidade que permite a todas as comunidades contribuir para o enriquecimento cultural do arquipélago e para o seu quotidiano, factor-chave para o seu apelo turístico.

De facto, enquanto plataforma de intercâmbio cultural, Zanzibar acolhe festivais e eventos que fomentam o diálogo e o intercâmbio entre diferentes culturas.

Um verdadeiro mosaico no coração do Oceano Índico, Zanzibar é a nossa fonte de inspiração para uma coleção que pretende trazer um sopro de leveza, modernidade, tolerância e cultura. Deixem-se levar pelo sopro de Zanzibar, pela riqueza cromática das suas lagoas azuis e turquesa, pelas praias de areia branca e pelos methali (provérbios suaílis) que decoram as kangas coloridas destas plantadores do mar, para quem o cultivo de algas não guarda mais segredos.

ABOUT US | À PROPOS

DJONLÉ

[EN] Djonlé is a contemporary afro inspired brand whose aim is to deliver afro modern designs.

The brand name is a testimony of the vibrant and endless richness of the african culture and its diaspora in arts, language and diversity.
Djonlé stands for 'Who that is ?' in a west african language derived from Bambara (dioula).
We both operate in RTW (Ready-to-wear) and MTM (Made-to-order) or Pret-A-Couture which means we create handcraft clothes available in predefined sizes and limited quantities.
We value unique pieces over quantity which explains why we produce in limited editions to foster zero waste.
Each collection features a new selection of fabrics so previous collections are not always guaranteed. However we do our best possible to find alternatives so please feel free to reach out to us by email (contact@djonle.eu) or contact us via our different platforms (Instagram or facebook).
Our online shops can also be found on Akrikrea.com, Afrogarm.com, Nobai.pt and Africabaie.com.

[FR] Djonlé est une marque d'inspiration afro contemporaine dont le but est de proposer des designs afro modernes.

MADE-TO-MEASURE | PRET-A-COUTURE

[EN] CONCEPT

All pieces made by djonlé are manufactured in standard sizing RTW (Ready-to-wear). In addition to that we alternatively offer a customized buying process MTM (Made-to-Measure) that allows you to provide us with your measurements for a better fitting of the item to your body shape.

FLEXIBILITY
Our clothes are manufactured according to a prototype in standard sizing. However P-A-C (Pret-A-Couture) or MTM (Made-to-measure) allows us to be more flexible in terms of offer. In fact the clothes can be personalized and adjusted according to the client's measurements to make sure it fits you as you wish and also few changes can be made to your preference in terms of shape, patterns or color combinations depending on our stock of material.
To that end the customers need to provide in the comment section box found on each product description page section the modifications needed on the product and their measurements. If the suggestions are not possible, we will be reaching out to you to inform you.
Please note that since we produce in limited editions, some patterns may end up being out of stock. In that case we are willing to offer you alternatives with the available stock of fabrics so that you can have a similar taste of the initial product.

GOOD FIT
Please be aware that asking your measurements is helping us to have a perfect fit so that you will not need to return your purchase to us. Although these sections remain optional, we strongly recommend it for trousers and fitted pieces. We know it may seem like an extra step but our pieces are mostly tailor-made and we want to make sure it suits you the best possible way and for longer. So as to help you with the measuring process, we also accept Body scanning Apps screenshots by email.

[FR] LE CONCEPT

Toutes les pièces fabriquées par djonlé sont fabriquées en taille standard P-A-P (Prêt-à-porter). En plus de cela, nous proposons alternativement un processus d'achat personnalisé P-A-C (Prêt-à-couture) qui est du sur-mesure et qui nécessite de nous fournir vos mensurations pour une meilleure adaptation de l'article à votre corps.

LA FLEXIBILITÉ

Nos vêtements sont fabriqués selon un prototype en taille standard. Cependant le Prêt-à-Couture nous permet d'être plus flexibles en termes d'offre. En effet les vêtements peuvent être personnalisés et ajustés à votre souhait pour s'assurer qu'il vous va comme vous le souhaitez. Aussi, des personnalisations peuvent être apportées en termes de forme ou de combinaisons de couleurs selon notre stock de matériel disponible.
À cette fin, le client doit fournir dans la boîte de section des commentaires qui se trouve sur chaque page produit qui le propose, les modifications voulues sur le produit et ses mensurations. Si les suggestions ne sont pas possibles, nous vous contacterons pour vous en informer.

LE BON AJUSTEMENT

Veuillez noter que demander vos mesures nous aide à avoir un ajustement parfait afin que vous n'ayez pas l'inconvénient de devoir nous retourner votre article. Bien que ces sections restent facultatives, nous les recommandons vivement pour les pantalons et les pièces de type près du corps. Nous savons que cela peut sembler une étape supplémentaire, mais certaines de nos pièces sont principalement cousues sur mesure et nous voulons nous assurer qu'elles vous conviennent le mieux possible et pour plus longtemps. Si vous ne disposez pas de mètre pour prendre vos mesures, vous pouvez nous envoyer une capture de votre scannage corporel proposé par de nombreuses applications gratuitement.