Beekeeper Parade Royal Backpack - Black Panda

The Brand Story:

BEEKEEPER IS A SOCIAL BUSINESS HATCHED BETWEEN A BROTHER (KOKY) AND SISTER (SOPHIA) IN 2012 WHILE SOPHIA WAS IN HOSPITAL FIGHTING CERVICAL CANCER.  

"It was with the heaviest of hearts that we experienced the loss of Sophia on the 15th of August 2012, after an 18 month battle. We still feel her absence with such acute rawness. In her will, she left her car to her brother Koky, with instructions to sell it and use the money to create a business that would inspire change and help support the continued work of BabyTree Projects, a charity they founded together to fight for children’s rights and to bring quality education to the doorsteps of children in rural Cambodia.  

Since that time, Koky has dedicated his life to making sure that he keeps his promise to his sister. To this end Boy & Bee was born in 2012, and in 2014 we decided to change the name to BeeKeeper. And the Sophia Saly School was built in 2014, in a coastal village right near the sea. Koky recruited a team of talented individuals to help him grow the Beekeeper hive.  Big bee introductions must go to his merry band of keepers. Anthony Guardabascio (brand keeper), Lana Sadie Laham, Lachlan McIntosh, Theodore Buscemi, Laura Abela, V-ann Tan and Costa Theodorakopoulos." 

Shop your Values:

• Social Enterprise
• Upcycled
• Vegan

Features:

• Fun and upcycled inner and outer fabric!

• Secret zip-up compartment at the top to keep your sunnies/keys safe (or any small goods)

• Padded Laptop compartment on the inside

• Adjustable straps

• Two front compartments, one basic and one with an organiser for pens/phone 

• Two side pockets that can hold 750ml bottles. Don't want you to get dehydrated!

Fabric Content:

As each bag is totally unique and made from upcycled fabrics, we can not specify exact fabric content.

Please note: Linings can be different depending on what materials they have on hand at time of production.

Sizing:

Size: 45cm X 30cm X 15cm

Weight: 0.9 - 1kg

Care:

Spot clean with warm water and mild (hopefully eco friendly) detergent. Air dry. Do not bleach, iron or dry clean. 

End of Life:

When a garment has reached the end of it’s life and can no longer be worn, mended, swapped, gifted, donated or upcycled, we recommend consulting your local council to find your nearest textile recycling scheme. 

Made in Cambodia at the BeeKeeper Parade 'Imaginarium' Production House.