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Polène Paris intends to weave its way into your hearts with a new line that celebrates the raw beauty of raffia. The Raffia Edition collection simultaneously champions the rich artisanal heritage of Madagascar. This latest offering sees three of Polène’s beloved silhouettes reimagined in raffia for the first time.
Firstly, an innovative crochet technique elevates the Cyme. While highlighting the natural variations in the fibre, this creates a charming visual appeal that complements the bag’s organic form. The interplay of openness and structure in the stitching thoughtfully mirrors the original design’s versatile nature.
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If the Cyme’s 56 cm by 27.6 cm dimensions are too large for you, you’ll be glad to know that the Cyme Mini gets the same raffia treatment. This measures 44 cm at its widest and 21.5 cm high. Whichever size you prefer, rest assured that the raffia one delivers the ultimate summertime companion.
Finally, the Numéro Dix, identified by its distinctive half-moon silhouette, adopts a different raffia treatment. Artisans employ the rice stitch when crocheting the fibre onto its curved panels, giving it a certain density. Fans of Polène’s signature style adore its compact size, top zip closure and versatile dual adjustable straps. You can wear the 24 cm by 25 cm bag over the shoulder, crossbody or even as a belt bag.
Across the collection, the marriage of both materials is not merely a construction detail, but also a symbolic gesture. Hand-embroidered artisanal stitches meticulously integrate full-grain Italian calf leather with Madagascan natural raffia fibres. The Raffia Edition Cyme Mini (USD480), Cyme (USD540) and Numéro Dix (USD580) are available on the Polène Paris website, which ships to Singapore.
