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The story behind Dutchies
How it started...
Inspired by the vibrant colors of Africa, the idea of Dutchies was born in 2022. During a year-long family adventure across the continent, my husband, our two kids, and I explored its beauty in our 4x4, complete with rooftop tents. But as an avid photographer (a.k.a. "mamarazzi"), I constantly struggled with my oversized phone. It wouldn't fit in my pockets, I was forever misplacing it, and existing phone cases with non-removable cords only added to my frustration. My search for the perfect case—protective, stylish, high-quality, and versatile—came up empty.
And so I decided during our journey to do it myself and the dream of this Dutchie was born ... I embarked on a quest for the perfect materials, scouring for the most beautiful prints and highest-quality leather. My relentless pursuit of excellence even drove our suppliers a little crazy! Samples were shipped to us in Zambia, Namibia, and beyond, undergoing rigorous testing at every stop. Only when every detail was perfect did production finally begin in late 2022, bringing the ideal phone cover to life.
The launch
Holding the very first Dutchies collection of covers and straps in my hands was a moment I'll never forget. I was absolutely thrilled – everything was perfect! In December 2022, we launched our first collection of handmade leather phone cases with interchangeable straps on our website, and the overwhelmingly positive response was incredibly validating!
What turned out was that thousands of women had the same problem and were immediately thrilled about Dutchies! In no time, we are packing day and (sometimes literally!) night, opening our warehouse, retailers are joining us, and the Dutchies team is growing!
Our Doing Good Program
From the start of Dutchies it is clear that we would also like to do something good with the sale and that is why we support The Almond Tree, a project in Johannesburg (South Africa) aimed at the most vulnerable orphans in South Africa.
The work and approach of The Almond Tree has hit our heart. We donate € 1 to The Almond Tree of every cover sold. This money is invested, among other things, in a studio where women can work and it is our dream to take part of the production there.
Dutchies conquers the European streets
The enthusiasm grows and soon we knew that we wanted more, in addition to iPhone we start with the production of Samsung covers, the beige Bliss collection, and we expand with, among other things, telephone bags, AirPod cases. At the end of 2023 we even launch our first party collection!
We are with all those new Dutchies and oh, how we hope that you will soon turn out your own Dutchies with exactly the same feeling. Because we believe in it: A high -quality leather phone cover, worn with a beautiful strap that matches your style, outfit and mood and ensures that your phone is always safe and stylic with you have.
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