Élisabeth Akaïa Kaï: Artisanal and Sustainable Fashion Inspired by African Art.

Welcome to the world of Élisabeth Akaïa Kaï, an ethical and sustainable fashion brand that celebrates the fusion of African art and French luxury. Founded by Leslie Duranton Métogo in November 2021 in Lyon, our brand offers unique creations that combine craftsmanship and contemporary design .

A Double Lineage: Ready-to-Wear and Artisan Couture

Ready-to-Wear Line
Our ready-to-wear clothing line consists of elegant pieces, carefully crafted on demand by talented artisans. Each garment is made with sustainability in mind, reducing textile waste. Leslie, our designer, develops unique patterns and culturally inspired designs, providing a personalized fashion experience for each customer.

Couture Line
For those seeking the exceptional, our artisanal couture line offers unique pieces, imagined and handmade by Leslie Duranton Métogo. Each creation is a work of art, combining traditional know-how and modern aesthetics, allowing our customers to own truly unique pieces.

Cultural and Artistic Inspirations

Élisabeth Akaïa Kaï draws deep inspiration from African art and French luxury . Our hand-crafted patterns evoke the richness of African traditions, while vibrant color palettes evoke the beauty of space. This fusion creates garments that transcend cultural boundaries, offering a unique aesthetic that celebrates diversity.

A Commitment to Sustainability

We are committed to promoting responsible and environmentally friendly fashion. All our clothes are made from eco-friendly and quality materials, carefully selected for their minimal impact on the planet. By supporting local artisans, we contribute to a sustainable economy and guarantee fair working conditions, making each piece an ethical choice.

The Slow Fashion Vision of Élisabeth Akaïa Kaï: Sustainable Fashion and Artisanal Creation on Demand

At Élisabeth Akaïa Kaï , we have chosen slow fashion to offer our customers unique, sustainable and environmentally friendly clothing. More than just a trend, slow fashion reflects our values ​​of authenticity and ethics, by highlighting high-quality artisanal production, designed to last. This approach distinguishes itself from fast fashion by paying particular attention to each stage of the creation process and more responsible consumption.

What is Slow Fashion?

Slow fashion is a sustainable alternative to fast fashion. It advocates the production of clothing with eco-responsible materials , giving time and importance to each piece. Here are the key elements of this approach:

  • High-quality clothing : Our creations are made from natural or ecological materials , chosen for their durability. This guarantees not only the longevity of the clothes, but also their comfort.
  • Ethical and respectful manufacturing : By adopting slower and more conscious production practices, we reduce our ecological footprint while promoting craftsmanship.
  • A positive impact on the environment : Slow fashion encourages thoughtful consumption and limits waste by reducing mass production.

Why Slow Fashion at Élisabeth Akaïa Kaï?

We firmly believe that ethical fashion is the future. By integrating slow fashion into our approach, we promote sustainable fashion, respectful of the planet and artisans. Each piece in our collection is the result of meticulous craftsmanship, designed with particular attention to detail and a desire to offer clothes that tell a story.

Slow fashion also helps promote fair and ethical working conditions for our designers. Unlike fast fashion, where speed and quantity take precedence over quality, we value artisanal know-how and the creation of clothing in small series, or even on demand.

Create on Demand: Waste Reduction and Personalized Fashion

By adopting on-demand creation , Élisabeth Akaïa Kaï wants to avoid overproduction and offer exclusive pieces to her customers. Each garment is made only after you have placed an order, thus guaranteeing personalized fashion and reducing textile waste. This process requires a longer production time, but it ensures a unique garment, carefully made according to your needs.

Why are delivery times longer? Because each piece is created especially for you. By choosing to receive a garment made to order, you support a sustainable consumption model, and you receive a product designed with the greatest respect for the environment, resources and the people who make it.

Sustainable Fashion: A Conscious Choice

Choosing slow fashion at Élisabeth Akaïa Kaï means joining a community that values ​​responsible fashion and is committed to a greener future. We favor timeless pieces, made to last, with a concern for sustainability and respect for artisanal traditions . Each creation you buy contributes to a more human and ethical model of fashion.

An Unforgettable Customer Experience

At Élisabeth Akaïa Kaï, we believe that every interaction with our brand should be memorable. Visit our Méles boutique, located at 53 cours Franklin Roosevelt in Lyon 6, to discover our clothing collections, order personalized pieces and meet Leslie Duranton Métogo. Our goal is to offer you an exceptional shopping experience and allow you to be part of our family.

Discover Élisabeth Akaïa Kaï in Lyon: Ready-to-Wear Pieces and Custom Couture at the Méles Boutique

Meles Shop
53 Cours Franklin Roosevelt, 69006, Lyon, FRANCE

Tuesday - Friday : 10.00 - 19.00
Saturday : 10.00 - 18.00
Monday & Sunday : Closed

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Join the Ethical Fashion Movement

We invite you to explore our ethical fashion collections and discover clothes that not only enrich your wardrobe, but also carry a strong message of social and environmental commitment. By choosing Élisabeth Akaïa Kaï, you are participating in a movement towards more sustainable and inclusive fashion, celebrating craftsmanship and culture.

Dive into our world and let yourself be seduced by creations that combine elegance, authenticity and responsibility. Welcome to Élisabeth Akaïa Kaï!