Gela Kutnu Bag Sun

The Mediterranean coasts inspired the names of Marari bags. Each bag is named after a coast that meets the Mediterranean. Gela is a coast in Italy, and the word means “freezer.” Kutnu is one of the traditional weaving arts of Gaziantep, a special fabric produced by combining silk and cotton threads. It is produced on hand looms with a geographical indication and is known for its dazzling shiny texture. Due to its hand-woven silk surface texture, it requires delicate use and care. Combining contemporary designs with inherited traditional Turkish craftsmanship, the MARARI project undertakes the mission of understanding, solving with original designs, and promoting the Kutnu Fabric, an important value of Gaziantep. Functional solutions designed at the point where the body and handle of Gela meet provide the handle with the ability to extend and retract. Elements designed as stoppers by combining layers with stitches create an integrated language that can also be seen in other bags in the