Stories from the house
Journal
22 September 2026
Named for Ethiopia: Axum, Lalibela, and the places we carry
Why PAPO bags are named for Axum, Lalibela, Harar, Gondar and Ethiopia’s landmarks — and how to find them when you search.
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12 March 2026
A name born from resilience
PAPO began as a tribute, to a father who kept going, and to a mother who made sure he never walked the journey alone.
4 April 2026
Crafted in Ethiopia
We celebrate Ethiopian craftsmanship, creativity, and the people whose hands transform leather into products with character and purpose.
21 May 2026
The making of a PAPO piece
From hide selection to the last inspection, every piece is made with the belief that good things should be built to last.
8 June 2026
How to live with leather
Leather is not meant to stay perfect. It is meant to become yours. A short guide to care without fuss.
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