{"product_id":"dmc-clutch","title":"DMC Clutch · Raffia","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe DMC — Deep Meaningful Conversations — Clutch is a handwoven raffia clutch bag unlike any other. Woven from 100% natural raffia yarn by skilled artisans working in direct partnership with COLĒRE, it is a living artefact that marks this new chapter in conscious luxury and serves as a metaphor for the deep conversations COLĒRE carries as a brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith its distinctive half-moon silhouette, a homage to the COLĒRE logo that you can tuck under your arm and carry with you, artisan fringing along the outer edges, and a warm leather tab embossed with the COLĒRE name, the DMC occupies a rare space: where artisan practicality meets ambitious sustainable design. Compact enough to carry effortlessly, spacious enough for your phone, cards, and keys.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNATURAL RAFFIA YARN — LIGHTWEIGHT, BIODEGRADABLE, AND PLANT-BASED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe body of this handwoven raffia clutch is woven from 100% natural raffia yarn, a plant-based fibre derived from the raffia palm, one of nature's most sustainable and renewable materials. Raffia is naturally lightweight, biodegradable, and incredibly strong, making it an ideal material for ethically conscious luxury goods. No synthetic dyes, no chemical treatments, the warm ivory tones you see are entirely as nature intended.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe weave follows a spiralling, concentric pattern radiating from the centre of the bag, creating subtle depth and texture that catches the light beautifully. A soft fringe detail runs along the outer edge, the kind of detail only a human hand can produce with such quiet precision. Each bag is entirely unique: no two pieces carry exactly the same weave density, tonal variation, or fringe arrangement. These are not imperfections; they are signatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKATYA FABRIC LINING — REFINED, PROTECTIVE, CONSIDERED\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside, the DMC is lined with soft Katya fabric, a refined textile chosen for its smooth hand feel and protective qualities. The lining keeps your belongings safe from the natural texture of the raffia body, prevents small items from catching, and adds a layer of understated luxury that elevates this piece beyond a simple woven bag into something genuinely considered. It is the inner world of the clutch: unseen, but always felt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE HONEST ZIPPER — TRANSPARENCY AS A BRAND VALUE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe DMC closes with a functional plastic zipper, and COLĒRE wants to discuss it because transparency is a core value. The zipper is not a compromise. It is intentionally retained by COLĒRE out of respect for the choice of the artisans who created this piece. Real sustainability lies in longevity and care; throwing out the zipper and replacing it with a plastic-free option would be doing one of the very things we're standing against. The zipper closes with ease, holds securely, and ensures this clutch serves you faithfully for years to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA LIMITED EDITION OF HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe DMC is a ready-made design that emerged from the initial collaboration between our artisans' creative practice and COLĒRE's vision. We preserved it exactly as the maker crafted it for us. This piece is both a product and a statement of principle: respect for the artisan and acknowledgement that change has to start somewhere, and nothing needs to be wasted. Each DMC purchased directly supports artisan livelihoods and the continuation of slow-craft traditions at risk of being lost to mass production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Specification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 inches in diameter (half moon silhouette)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColourway:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Raffia — warm ivory, ecru, and blonde tones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Raffia Yarn · Katya Fabric Lining · Functional Recycled Plastic Zipper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdition:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited Edition — one of the first creations from the COLĒRE artisan collaboration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall batch · handmade · fair trade practices · slow craft · sustainably sourced plant-based materials\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Method \u0026amp; Craftsmanship Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandmade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade in small batches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade by Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandwoven 100% natural raffia yarn — lightweight, biodegradable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive half-moon silhouette with concentric spiral weave pattern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtisan-designed fringe detail along the outer edge — a hallmark of slow craft\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFunctional plastic zipper closure — chosen by the artisan for durability and longevity- was the beginning of our DMC with them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft Katya fabric interior lining — protects contents and elevates the tactile finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine veg tan leather tab embossed with 'COLĒRE' — natural, traceable leather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 inches in diameter — compact yet functional, ideal as an evening or day clutch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep dry; avoid soaking or prolonged exposure to moisture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean gently with a soft, dry cloth — do not machine wash or submerge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore flat or upright to maintain the integrity of the woven form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid prolonged direct sunlight to preserve the natural ivory and ecru tones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle the fringe detail with care; natural raffia will soften beautifully with age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmbrace subtle shifts in texture and colour over time — this is the patina of authenticity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the zipper stiffens, apply a small amount of natural beeswax to the teeth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour unique, handmade piece, Colēre brand tag \u0026amp; Giftwrap, Natural-fabric storage bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCOLĒRE plants a tree for every purchase you make and donates at least 12% of all net profits directly to training, education and resources for our artisan communities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"COLĒRE: Sustainable, Stylish \u0026 Anti-Slavery Lifestyle Homewares \u0026 Fashion Accessories Giftstore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54544755229014,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1043\/5251\/4390\/files\/DMC_Slant.jpg?v=1784030803","url":"https:\/\/www.clubcolere.com\/products\/dmc-clutch","provider":"COLĒRE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}