Origin
Founded by RANDRIA-NOMENJANAHARY Fandresena, ANKARATRA is the outcome of a project that aims to promote products born from the talents of Malagasy artisans.
Maison
Rooted in its island, open to the world
ANKARATRA COLLECTION elevates the craft of Malagasy artisans through contemporary, high-end creations.
Mission
To elevate natural raffia through eco-responsible fashion and décor pieces, while offering financial autonomy and a dignified workplace to the women of our community.
Value
Craftsmanship, Sisterhood, Eco-responsibility. Excellence of the gesture, respect for the women who shape our pieces, and care for our environment.
Social impact
We train and employ women from disadvantaged backgrounds on a lasting basis. An insertion path through crochet that offers financial autonomy and shared pride.
Ecological impact
Reasoned production in small series. Natural raffia, eco-responsible dyes, and a zero-waste approach where every scrap is given new life.
The workshop & the artisans
A space of sisterhood and care where time respects a human pace. Under the guiding eye of expert crocheters, our artisans shape each piece patiently, stitch by stitch.
Vision
To bring Malagasy craft to the international stage, proving that artisanal excellence, social impact and respect for nature can unite in harmony.