The Skinty

Mad Imports

Talk about fashion with a purpose, Mad Imports is a company run by Jamila Hubbard & Laurel Brandstetter, it sells these beautiful handbags that are pictured. More than just a brand, Mad imports sell their products from the island of Madagascar and other developing countries with the intent of creating an opportunity for families in these regions to gain economic independence. From their website :"Mad Imports invests in several sustainable development efforts. Currently, we fund the education of the children of our weaver partners and work closely with the Akany Avoko orphanage to provide educational materials, operational funding and support for special projects. Further, we developed a partnership with a community of women in Kenya, supporting their micro-enterprise and funding community development projects. We continue to work closely with our artisan partners to generate sustainable economic development, provide a venue for artistic expression and to stimulate cross-cultural exchange.”