Take the Journey East

 Trading in exotic and  handcrafted fashion, textiles and accessories.


 We have been sourcing amazing textiles and accessories since 2008, trading in markets and festivals around Australia; and now online around the world.

Journey East specialises in well made, ethical clothing that can be washed in the machine.

 Our clothes are sourced from cottage industries & entrepreneurial women with small businesses and families.  We travel to our suppliers to ensure they receive their fair price and their workers a living wage.

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    Waterfall Top
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    Shaanti for Journey East
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    Nivana Skirt
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    Blockprinted Dresses
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    Colourful Tops
Banjara bags & purses

Banjara bags & purses


 
The Banjara, also called the Lamani, are nomadic people from the Indian state of Rajasthan, now spread out all over the Indian subcontinent.  Like many nomadic castes they claim to be descended from Rajputs; and together with the Domba, they are called the "Gypsies of India".  They are known for their coloured dress, folk ornaments and bangles.

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