Released on: August 4, 2008, 5:33 pm

Press Release Author: Cindy West

Industry: Retail

Press Release Summary: Classic Jewelry Designs Handcrafted by the Maasai Women of
Kenya now Available Online

Press Release Body: East Rift Valley, Kenya- Few have experienced the exotic
lifestyle led by Philip and Katy Leakey who live among the Maasai in the rural bush
in Kenya. They now bring a piece of their world to the rest of the globe through
their new retail site, http://www.leakeylife.com. Their vision is to utilize their
artistic talent and passion for African culture to create stylish and sustainable
accessories while providing income for the Maasai in Kenya. The Leakey Collection
was created in 2002 after a terrible drought devastated the Maasai\'s livelihood.
Philip and Katy Leakey wanted to help their neighbors by providing work
opportunities without changing their culture. They came up with an imaginative idea
that would utilize the excellent beading abilities of the Maasai women using natural
and sustainable elements such as fallen wood and grass.

The Leakey Collection is currently offering employment to over 1200 Kenyans. Katy
Leakey is hopeful this statistic will grow by reaching a wider audience through
their new site. \"We developed this company with the goal of enhancing understanding
between developed nations and Africa using products and commerce as a vehicle,\"
Leakey says. \"Consumers want quality products made from sustainable and natural
resources; and that is exactly what they will find from The Leakey Collection.\"
The Zulugrass and Zuluwood lines are the cornerstones of The Leakey Collection; and
have found their way into the global market. They feature vibrant and exotic
necklaces, bracelets and earrings designed by the Leakeys and assembled by the
Maasai women in a non- factory setting.
Philip Leakey is the third and youngest son of renowned anthropologists Drs. Louis
and Mary Leakey. He was a Member of Parliament in Kenya for 15 years, a Deputy
Member of the Cabinet for 14 years and a Member of Cabinet for 1 year. He is known
in Kenya for his dedication to improve conditions for all Kenyan's with particular
attention to the areas of business opportunity and the environment.
Katy Leakey\'s talent as an artist and designer has allowed her to connect diverse
cultures through art and lecturing in university systems in the United States. She
spent time studying ancient cultures in the unexplored areas of the Amazon of Peru
and Ecuador before moving to Africa in 2001.
From high fashion jewelry to home interior design accessories, The Leakey
Collection's natural elegance distinguishes this high end product line as one of the
world's premier offerings. These extraordinary pieces are now available
http://www.leakeylife.com .



Web Site: http://www.leakeylife.com

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