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About Mah-Roc

You are probably aware that we are against fast fashion, or you may have heard the reasons for this before. In a world drowning under the influence of fast fashion, we have been doing our part since 2016 and will continue to do so.

We dream of a future where traditional craftsmanship is not just a relic of the past, but one of the cornerstones of fashion.

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We want to break the cycle of waste and see a fashion industry defined as fair; a world where every individual in the supply chain is valued. Our founder Roksan, a true travel enthusiast, set out in 2016 to evaluate the waste left behind by the fashion industry. In Turkey, we produce accessories using threads pulled from old sweaters using traditional weaving techniques.

Did you know? This work allowed us to become Turkey's first "Remake Our World" ambassador. We are here to defend the rights of textile workers worldwide and to bring craftsmen and buyers to you in the right way, to give voice to their stories.

This mission gained even more momentum during a trip to Sri Lanka in 2019. We discovered forgotten handwoven fabrics and spent three months learning from elderly women who are masters of the craft. This journey inspired some of our most important collections.

Since then, we have continued to meet creative women, each teaching us their weaving techniques and sharing their stories through their work. Our collections are given new life and enriched with textiles, both in Sri Lanka and Istanbul, with waste fabrics. Every bag we make contributes to a more sustainable world, made with respect and love for nature and the people who help us bring our vision to life.

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Every day, we strive to ensure that most of what we produce comes from materials that have been given a second chance.

Our aim is to change fashion, piece by piece, to make it better for our planet and everyone on it.

As Greta Thunberg says, ‘We all have a choice. We can create transformational actions that protect the living conditions of future generations, or we can continue as we are and fail.’

We choose the former.

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Environmental Protection

Doğanın yaşamı sürdürmedeki hayati rolünü kabul ediyoruz ve onu onurlandırmaya ve korumaya kararlıyız. Eylemlerimiz, çevreye duyduğumuz derin saygıyla yönlendiriliyor ve iş operasyonlarımızın her alanında ekolojik ayak izimizi en aza indirmeye çalışıyoruz.

Social Responsability

We believe in supporting communities and protecting the rights of textile workers worldwide. Through our partnerships and initiatives, we aim to create positive social impact and advance fair and ethical working conditions for artisans.

Sustainability

We are committed to promoting sustainable practices in the fashion industry. By challenging fast fashion and embracing conscious consumption, we aim to reduce waste and encourage a more sustainable lifestyle.

Cultural Appreciation

We are inspired by different cultures and traditions, celebrating the beauty of craftsmanship and heritage. We aim to honor and promote cultural diversity by preserving traditional weaving techniques and collaborating with artisans.