About

The Brand

Maria Layla is an Antwerp based brand founded in 2021 by Reintje Schurmans. The brand creates unique and exclusive statement pieces made from precious and sustainably sourced lava stones. The stone is a natural and environmentally friendly raw material. It holds powerful healing properties which elevate the energy of the women. It supports and strengthens your spirit in style. It welcomes wonder in your world.

 

The Name

Maria Layla is a symbol that embodies the true wild feminine spirit. It stands for the hidden potential, the wild creative force or the inner fire that all women carry inside their womb, waiting to be expressed.

 

The Mission

Maria Layla brings back awareness of the oldest form of body decoration, jewellery and adornments, which have always been remarkably important in various cultures throughout history all over the world. It aspires to reawaken the female energy through conscious and holistic fashion. It brings a stylish appearance without abandoning the connection to ourselves and our resourceful nature. It reveals gracefulness with a grounded and grateful attitude.

 

The Vision

The label wants to go beyond the place where style and sustainability meet. Like the woven wonders themselves, it aims to create real connection. That is why the creations are based on the essence of a jewel/adornment that complements your personality. A real connection with both our inner world and the outside world. Maria Layla is the fingerprint of your being.

 

The Designer

Reintje Schurmans was always fascinated by the global beauty of natural beads, woven work and consciously created crafts. Once she discovered and witnessed the virtues of volcanic stones, there was no turning back. With her love for lava, she designs magnificent woven wonders that reconnect us with the magic of life.

 

Conscious Community

The handbags are partly manufactured in Cape Town, South Africa. Here, bead weaving is a real art within women's culture. The cross-pollination of our global vision and local craftsmanship brings this beautiful product to life. Furthermore, our goal in the future with the partnership is to provide women with a vital income stream to fuel there growth potential.