Being a red-hot supermodel wasn't enough for Liya Kebede. Upon discovering in 2007 that traditional weaves in her native country of Ethiopia were losing their jobs due to a decline in local demand, she decided to start Lemlem.
The brand has gone far beyond just a charitable endeavour, too - it's now renowned for its beautiful zingy cotton summer pieces and in particular, it's summer scarves. There's nothing as useful as a light cotton scarf, come spring/summer. Keep it rolled up in your bag and whip it out the moment the sun goes down, it's the perfect replacement for your tartan snood that you've spent the last 6 months snotting into.
Konjo Neon Striped Cotton-Blend Scarf, £49.50 by Lemlem at The Outnet.
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This article originally appeared on The Debrief.