WEAR
THE
CULTURE
A Sierra Leonean clothing brand creating beautiful, timeless designs for women — crafted with local, sustainable techniques that empower women and artisans across the region.
Isatu Bundu
Founder & Designer
A Stylish Journey Toward a Verdant Tomorrow
Tesmaraneh is a local Sierra Leonean clothing brand founded by Isatu Bundu in Freetown — unofficially in 2016 and officially launched in 2018. We use local and sustainable techniques to create beautiful, timeless designs for women, working with handmade fabrics including Gara tie-dye, batik, and hand-woven country cloth.
Our mission is to showcase Sierra Leonean clothing around the region and beyond, while empowering women and local artisans in the process. Every piece tells a story of heritage, craft, and the women who make it possible.
2021 Winner
Women in Africa
TEF Alumni 2019
Tony Elumelu Foundation
OUR
COLLECTIONS
Each collection celebrates a unique West African textile tradition, reimagined for the modern world.
Collection 01
Gara Tie-Dye
Ancient dyeing techniques creating unique, flowing patterns on every piece
Collection 02
Batik Collection
Wax-resist dyed fabrics transformed into contemporary silhouettes
Collection 03
Woven Cloth
Traditional country cloth hand-woven into modern statement pieces
Women's Clothing
Bags & Accessories
Custom Designs
#RedoCollection
19 handcrafted pieces · Made in Sierra Leone
DON’T JUST WEAR,
CHANGE THE STORY
Every Tesmaraneh piece is crafted with care and eco-consciousness. A stylish journey toward a verdant tomorrow.
Sustainability
Eco-friendly, locally sourced production methods that honour the earth
Authenticity
Rooted in centuries-old West African textile traditions and craftsmanship
Empowerment
Skills training for women, supporting tailors, and promoting education
Global Vision
Taking African fashion to international markets while building local industry
ON THE WORLD STAGE
Tony Elumelu Foundation
Selected for the prestigious Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme, joining a pan-African community of high-impact entrepreneurs driving economic transformation across the continent.
Women in Africa
Founder Isatu Bundu was named a Laureate of Women in Africa, recognizing her outstanding contribution to empowering women through sustainable fashion and economic development in Sierra Leone.
ShowcaseHer Africa
Completed the Impacther Export Readiness Training (ShowcaseHer Africa), equipping Tesmaraneh with the tools and partnerships to scale African-made fashion to international markets.
Alibaba eFounders Initiative
Part of the Alibaba Innovator Masters Program — a global cohort of entrepreneurs learning to harness technology and e-commerce to grow their businesses and create jobs at home.