Our values

Zoom sur des mains crochetant un sac en raphia, mettant en valeur les détails du tissage fait-main et la texture naturelle de la fibre.

OQENA's values

O as in Original

Each OQENA creation is born from a dialogue between memory and creativity. We reinvent techniques passed down from generation to generation, giving them a contemporary silhouette. The result: pieces that bear the imprint of time and the freshness of the present.

Q as in Qualitative

For us, quality is a rhythm, that of precise gestures that are repeated until the perfect balance is achieved. We select noble materials, entrusted to artisans whose mastery guarantees impeccable consistency. Each seam and each braiding tells of a requirement that can be seen and felt to the touch.

“OQENA is the fusion of two cultures and their coming together through the combination of design and raw materials.”

Raphia naturel avec des couleurs obtenues à partir d'ingrédients 100% végétaux - OQENA

E for Exclusive

We believe in the value of what is rare. Our collections are produced in limited editions, not to follow a trend, but to create pieces that carry a story and retain their uniqueness. Owning an OQENA creation means choosing an object that will accompany you well beyond the seasons.

N for Natural

We choose materials that still breathe their origin: raffia, plant fibers, dyes drawn from roots, flowers, or bark. Each step respects the fragile balance of ecosystems, so that our creations are part of a harmonious cycle with nature.

Raphia naturel avec des couleurs obtenues à partir d'ingrédients 100% végétaux - OQENA
Ingrédient végétal pour teindre naturellement des fibres de raphia artisanal.

A for Authentic

In a standardized world, we have chosen the truth of the hands that create. Each stitch is executed with regularity and care, reflecting the rigor and attention paid to each step. Behind this consistency lies the essence of the artisanal gesture: time, passion, and transmission.