UMA. Bags

Every UMA.
bag is unique

Find the one that fits your story.

FIND YOUR UMA.
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About UMA.

Heritage across
generations

UMA. is a celebration of Surinamese heritage, handmade craft and modern elegance.

Our Purpose

Keeping culture visible,
passing tradition forward

Making of UMA.

Crafted by hand
Rooted in Suriname

From hand-selected materials to meticulous craftsmanship, every UMA. bag is made with care by local artisans.

SEE THE PROCESS

Details

Every mark
matters

The carved wooden handles, the fabrics, the seams and the final finish all become part of the story.

Sketching a wooden handle Wood planing close-up Craft tools

FIND YOUR UMA.

Five models
Countless stories

The UMA. collection is built from five models, five handle shapes and four seasonal moods.

SHOP THE COLLECTION

Handles

Five shapes
One signature

Choose the hand-carved wooden handle that gives your UMA. its character.

Seasons

Four seasons
Four stories

UMA. works with four seasonal stories throughout the year. Each collection carries its own story, inspired by Surinamese culture, nature and heritage.

Alen carved wooden rain symbolQ1 · Rain

Alen

New beginnings

Alen symbolizes rain—the life-giving force that nurtures the earth and brings renewal. It represents cleansing, growth, and the promise of fresh starts. Just as rain prepares the ground for new life, Alen reminds us that every ending carries the seed of a new beginning.

Langa lobi carved wooden prosperity symbolQ2 · Prosperity

Langa lobi

Good intentions

Langa lobi represents prosperity and the abundance that comes from living with good intentions. It reflects the belief that when our hearts are pure and our actions are kind, blessings flow naturally into our lives.

Son carved wooden sun symbolQ3 · Sun

Son

Warmth

Son symbolizes the sun—our source of light and life. It represents warmth, energy, and vitality. Just as the sun brings light and nourishment to all, Son reminds us of the warmth that uplifts, sustains, and gives life.

Famirie carved wooden family symbolQ4 · Family

Famirie

Togetherness

Famirie symbolizes family—the foundation of love, support, and belonging. It represents unity, trust, and the bonds that hold us together through every season of life. Just as family strengthens and uplifts, Famirie reminds us that togetherness is where we truly belong.

Showcases / Events

Art of Denim

Where texture, movement and identity come together.

Showcases / Events

Art of Elegance

A refined moment where craftsmanship, fashion and culture meet.

Showcases / Events

Art of Fashion

A celebration of bold expression, where Surinamese heritage moves confidently through contemporary fashion.

Contact

Be part of
the story

Browse the UMA. catalog, choose your model and order through Kyte.

Visit the UMA. Store 't Vat - Kleine Waterstraat 1
T: +597 8610540 / +597 8612077
Paramaribo, Suriname