About Us

About LAYEWA

At LAYEWA, we're on a mission to inspire you to explore and connect with nature. Our brand is all about those magical moments, whether you're going for cold dips in the ocean, chasing sunsets or hiking peaks. We offer easy-wearing, quality essentials that are perfect for your adventures. Crafted right here in Cape Town, our products reflect our love for nature, diversity, and inclusivity through the power of community.

 Local is Lekker

We are proudly made in Cape Town and it is important for us to support locally owned, women and POC partners, fabric shops, CMT, printers and other experts. We also make sure that everyone involved is compensated fairly as they all have a crucial role in the production process!

What Does LAYEWA Mean?

Our founder being from north African / Arabic descent, she wanted a name with Arabic inspirations around nature and wellness with a focus on the ocean and mountain. The combination of "Layali" (night) and "mawja"(waves) in "Layewa" suggests a blend of nights and waves, evoking a connection to nature, tranquility, and the elements of the ocean.
We also later learned from a Nigerian friend that it also means "our lives" in Yoruba, which is meant to be, also in line with our moto:

Inspired by Nature, Driven by Community.