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OUR STORY

Tiger Tail Twister is a Kenyan owned brand that creates ethically handcrafted, bespoke, contemporary jewellery inspired by traditional African design motifs and culture.

OUR VALUES

IDENTITY

What we wear is perhaps the loudest statement of how we perceive ourselves. Creating pieces inspired by African culture and communicating our inspiration behind each piece gives our buyers a sense of belonging while also allowing them to be more intentional about their purchases.

QUALITY & DISTINCTION

We aim to redefine the common view of what African jewellery is by creating finer, elegant pieces. Our culture is rich and we believe that it is important to show the world all its wonderful facets.

INNOVATION & EVOLUTION

Tiger Tail Twister cherishes growth. Every new collection is an opportunity for us to diversify our skills and put out higher quality products.

100% HANDMADE

Tiger Tail Twister products are ethically handmade by artists in Kenya.

NICKEL FREE

All our jewellery is made from nickel free metals.

FREE REPAIRS

We offer free jewellery restoration and resizing for your previous purchases at no charge. Make sure to keep all the pieces!

OUR FOUNDER

"I picked up an interest in jewellery design as a child through practising on bead sets. I'd find myself devising new ways to use the meager resources I had to create something new. This curiosity bred skill, and I grew into more advanced techniques and material. In 2013, when my mum started Shanga na Kanga Designs, I was happy to help with running the business and creating some pieces. This was a valuable experience that grew me into a professional and provided the room to find my creative voice. In 2020, I felt I was ready to create my own niche and so I founded Tiger Tail Twister as an affiliate of Shanga na Kanga Designs. It has since been a journey of introspection, innovation and immense growth. One that I'm especially excited to take with the community of supporters who believe in my art."

Vicki Maimba