A statement tote with bold colour combinations that scream you. Personalise it with your initial in any language, add a charm that feels like your finishing touch and carry it everywhere from coffee runs to workdays and weekends away.
- Make it yours: Choose your initial in any language and create a monogram that feels uniquely you
- Make it gift-worthy: Personalise it for someone special with their initial, language and favourite colours
- Carry your day in it: Spacious enough for an iPad, 13" laptop, phone, bottle, wallet and everyday essentials
- Built for real life: Lightweight, durable, water-resistant and easy to wipe clean
- Switch up the look: Choose from different colour combinations and add a charm to finish it your way.
- Choose your straps: Available with leather or plastic straps
- Handwoven using a 100+ year old technique: Crafted by women artisans across South India using an age-old koodai weaving technique - the bags give this traditional craft a contemporary, practical twist.
Frequently asked questions
A wire koodai is a traditional South Indian handwoven basket — once used to carry groceries, now reimagined by Zwende and Samhati into a modern tote bag. With leather or vegan straps and personalisation options, it’s the perfect blend of culture and convenience.
Your Koodai is made for real life — whether it’s brunch plans, beach days, or quick errands.
Handwoven using sturdy plastic-coated wire, it’s lightweight yet durable, water-resistant, and easy to carry.
The leather or vegan straps are strong enough for daily use — just avoid soaking to keep it looking its best.
To clean your Koodai, simply wipe the surface with a damp cloth.
Avoid harsh scrubbing, folding, or soaking the bag to preserve its shape and finish.
The woven wire base is water-resistant, and the leather or vegan straps are durable — but it’s best to store the bag in a dry place to keep it looking its best for years to come.
Absolutely! You can personalize your bag with your name using a hand-embossed label placed on the outside. You can also add a monogram charm or a custom pet charm — just click on ""Customize Yours"" to explore the options.
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