Brother Vellies.
Black owned and female led lifestyle and accessories brand redefining luxury
About the studio
Founded in 2013 by Toronto-born, New York-based designer Aurora James, whose father is Ghanaian, Brother Vellies makes luxury footwear and accessories with the aim of keeping traditional African design practices and techniques alive while creating and sustaining artisanal jobs. Its pieces are handmade by artisans, with the CFDA listing workshops in South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia and Morocco. James also created the Fifteen Percent Pledge.
- Founded by
- Aurora James
- Founded
- 2013
- Based in
- New York, USA
- Price range
- Premium
- Makes
- Footwear, Accessories, Luxury, Sustainable, Heritage
The collection






Winter Sock
$29.00
Eve Doodle Cowboy Boots
$1,054Sold out



Yin Yang Doodle Mule
$647Sold out
Yin Yang Doodle Cowboy Boot
$972Sold out
Incense Dish
$49.00

African Camp Sandal
$1,054






Palms Boot in Black Bird
$1,830





Palms Boot in Ivory Bird
$1,830


Perfect Ankle Sock
$17.00



Wine Basket
$53.00
Salad Serving Set
$53.00
At Home Basket
$57.00
My Body My Choice Doodle Cowboy Boot in Caramel
$1,054Sold out
At Home Fan
$29.00
Candy Huaraches 013
$314Sold out
Candy Huaraches 012
$330Sold out


Bamboo Straws
$29.00


Worry Dolls
$29.00
Wooden Spoon Set
$45.00