Timmy Woods Zanara Bag | Handcrafted Acacia Wood Zebra Print Purse

Posted on: Mar 20

Timmy Woods creates handbags that are one part fashion accessory, one part work of art. While they're often a little kooky for my tastes, the Zanara manages to look stylish and original.

The African-inspired bag is carved from fallen acacia trees. For every tree she uses, the eco-conscious Timmy Woods plants another two in their place. The smooth wood is embellished with black and white zebra stripes and accented with beautiful black beads. The beaded tassel offers a little tribal flair without looking too rustic.

The wooden handle might be stunning to look at it, but I can't imagine it's the most comfortable thing to carry. It does come with a longer shoulder strap, but that doesn't quite gel with the Zanara's unique look. The interior's also on the basic side, with just a zippered pocket to keep things in order, but the silky bengaline lining does add a touch of luxury.

It might not be the most practical choice, but the Zanara is excellent value for a signature piece. The $285 retail value seems so affordable for a bag which took one month to handcraft. Reserve it for those special occasions and you won't mind those niggling flaws.