At Jamm & Joy, What We Carry is more than a collection—it’s a connection to the hands, hearts, and heritage behind every piece.
Each item tells a story of tradition and intention, crafted with care by artisans who bring the spirit of Senegal to life.
MEET THE CREATORS: the small businesses, independent artisans, and women-led collectives across Senegal who inspire us with their skill, spirit, and stories. From leatherworkers in Dakar’s Mamelles neighborhood to jewelry makers in Mbour and textile artists reviving traditional dyeing techniques, each partner embodies a deep commitment to craftsmanship and cultural preservation. We carry their work with pride—functional, beautiful pieces rooted in heritage and designed with purpose.
Together, we celebrate a shared joy—rooted in peace and inspired by the beauty of Senegal.
Look Book
We’ll have online sales ready soon! In the meantime, learn more about the products we carry below. To buy, find us at our next event or send us a note about an item you’re interested in.
Baalo African Jewelry
@BaaloAfricanJewelry
Dakar, Senegal
Baalo African Jewelry is a collection of handmade earrings and rings crafted with care in Senegal. Each piece reflects Africa’s rich heritage and a commitment to reclaiming its values, culture, and craftsmanship excellence. Baalo celebrates originality, quality, and exclusivity in every design. The jewelry is created using quality materials to ensure both beauty and durability. Wear Baalo and carry a story of pride, artistry, and tradition. Made with precision and pride, Baalo offers original designs that combine tradition with bold, modern style.
Kakinbow
@Kakinbow.shop
Dakar, Senegal
Kakinbow is a vibrant leather goods shop situated in Dakar’s Mamelles neighborhood, renowned for its one-of-a-kind, handmade bags. Each piece seamlessly blends traditional craftsmanship with bold design, featuring raw materials like bogolan (mud cloth) and fine leather, transformed into functional works of art. Rooted in Senegalese culture, Kakinbow celebrates creativity, durability, and self-expression. The brand artfully blends tradition with modern design to create bags that are both functional and beautiful, full of heart. Each creation reflects a deep respect for heritage while embracing contemporary style. Kakinbow is more than a shop, it’s a statement of heritage carried with pride.
ThianÉ
@thiane.sn
Dakar, Senegal
THIANÉ is a clothing brand that beautifully fuses rich Senegalese culture with timeless elegance. Specializing in long and short boubous and wrap dresses, the brand showcases vibrant, hand-dyed fabrics made from 100% traditional cotton. Each garment is a unique creation, combining ancestral techniques with modern silhouettes to elevate everyday style. THIANÉ’s vision is to celebrate the diversity of African textiles through pieces that captivate the soul and evoke pride in heritage. With a refined character and bold aesthetic, the designs speak to those who value authenticity, creativity, and craftsmanship. Every dress is a wearable expression of Senegalese excellence—meant to be seen, felt, and remembered.
Waxbidou
@waxbidou
Dakar, Senegal
Waxbidou is a Dakar-based brand creating handmade T-shirts and sweatshirts from organic cotton, featuring bold wax fabric prints that make a statement. Located in the Stele Mermoz neighborhood, each piece is original, simple yet chic, and designed to embody a cool, calm, and collected style. Waxbidou produces on demand and in limited editions, embracing fewer styles to reduce waste and promote sustainability. This approach ensures that every garment is both environmentally conscious and uniquely yours. With Waxbidou, fashion is stylish, intentional, and proudly made in Senegal.
Abel’s Lobe
@Abels_Lobe
Dakar, Senegal
Abel’s Lobe blends modern fashion trends with cultural diversity, offering distinctive pieces that celebrate the richness of African heritage. From traditional garments to contemporary styles, each design is crafted to make you feel confident, beautiful, and bold. The collection features tailored shirts with clean lines and refined details—perfect for chic evenings, formal gatherings, or any moment you want to stand out. Every piece strikes a balance between sophistication and comfort, inviting effortless elegance into your wardrobe. Abel’s Lobe is where culture, style, and individuality meet.
Senegal Bijouterie
@senegal_bijouterie_or_argent
Mbour, Senegal
Senegal Bijouterie offers handcrafted silver jewelry and bracelets made in the coastal town of Mbour, known for its vibrant artisan community and rich cultural heritage. Each piece reflects generations of craftsmanship and storytelling passed down through Senegalese tradition. The silver bracelets hold deep cultural significance, often worn as symbols of protection, identity, and ancestral pride. Designed with care and meaning, the jewelry seamlessly blends timeless beauty and elegance with a strong sense of heritage. Every piece is created using traditional methods that honor the past while embracing the present.
Bolé
@bole.dakar
Dakar, Senegal
Bolé, which means “to bring together” in Wolof, is a Senegal-based jewelry brand led by a team of visionary women who inspire, create, and empower through every step of their work. Inspired by travel and textiles, Bolé repurposes vintage silks and hand-dyed fabrics to craft vibrant, heirloom-quality necklaces. Each piece is thoughtfully handcrafted with wooden beads to form a modern-day interpretation of the classic pearl, transforming fabric into one-of-a-kind silk pearls and bold, wearable art. From vision to execution, every detail honors tradition while embracing innovation, celebrating the rich tapestry of African cultures through timeless elegance. Stylish and sustainable, Bolé’s creations are 100% made in Senegal by skilled artisans committed to creativity, culture, and conscious craftsmanship. With each necklace, Bolé tells a powerful story of heritage, artistry, and strength.
