May 14, 2026

20 Products to Tell Our Story: Celebrating 20 years of Aspiga

This year marks 20 years of Aspiga – two decades of craftsmanship, community and conscious fashion.

Our story began in 2005 when founder Lucy Macnamara travelled to Kenya and discovered the incredible artistry of locally made hand-beaded sandals, belts and jewellery. Inspired by these pieces, she launched Aspiga in 2006 with a small collection celebrating artisan craftsmanship and ethical production.

Since then, Aspiga has grown into a global sustainable fashion brand – designing clothing, footwear and accessories using natural materials while continuing to support artisan communities.

To celebrate this milestone, we’re sharing 20 products that tell our story – pieces that reflect our values, our heritage and the journey that brought us here.

Our Origins: Inspired by Kenya

1. Beaded Sandals

The product that started it all. During a trip to Kenya, Lucy discovered beautiful hand-beaded sandals made by local artisans, inspiring the creation of Aspiga.

Shop now: Beaded Sandals

2. Hand-Beaded Belts

Alongside sandals, intricately decorated belts formed part of Aspiga’s earliest collections, showcasing traditional craftsmanship and vibrant beadwork.

Shop now: Belts

3. Maasai-Inspired Jewellery

Early collections also included jewellery inspired by the bold colours and beadwork traditions of East Africa.

Shop now: Maasai Band

Craftsmanship at the Heart

4. Handcrafted Leather Sandals

Footwear remains one of Aspiga’s signature categories, combining traditional techniques with timeless design.

Shop now: Puglia Leather Sandals, Greek Sandals

5. Block Print Dresses

Indian block printing is one of the artisanal techniques featured in Aspiga clothing collections, where patterns are applied by hand using carved wooden blocks.

Shop now: Block Print Dresses

6. Embroidered Blouses

Hand embroidery reflects the skilled craftsmanship of Aspiga’s artisan partners.

Shop now: Embroidered Smocked Blouse

Sustainable Materials

Aspiga has always focused on natural and responsible materials, including organic cotton, linen and recycled fabrics.

7. Organic Cotton Dress

Today, the majority of cotton used by Aspiga is organic or responsibly sourced.

Shop now: Mindy Cotton Dress, Organic Cotton Dresses

8. Linen Summer Dress

Linen is a key material in the collection due to its durability and lower environmental impact.

Shop now: Linen Summer Dresses

9. EcoVero™ Viscose Blouse

Innovative forest fibres such as EcoVero™ viscose help reduce environmental impact while maintaining softness and drape.

Shop now: Viscose Blouse

10. Recycled Swimwear

Aspiga swimwear has been produced using recycled materials such as post-consumer plastics.

Shop now: Halterneck Bikini and Tie Side Bottoms, Recycled Swimwear

Accessories with Purpose

11. Glass Beaded Accessories

Aspiga uses glass beads for belts, sandals and accessories, offering a durable alternative to plastic decorations.

Shop now: Beaded Accessories

12. Artisan Dog Collars

Beaded dog collars reflect Aspiga’s playful approach to accessories while celebrating traditional beadwork techniques.

Shop now: Dog Accessories

13. Handwoven Bags

Woven bags celebrate traditional craftsmanship and natural materials.

Shop now: Handbags

Fashion with a Conscience

Aspiga has always aimed to create fashion that is both beautiful and responsible, working with small suppliers and artisan groups rather than large commercial factories. ()