Born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the creator of Albaso, Merhawit Samuel, leaves her home country at the age of 6 to join Switzerland. Rich in two very different cultures, her inspirations quickly lead her into the world of fashion.

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After many years in the making of luxury between Montreux and Geneva, she decides to create her own brand of leather bags in the sleek style. The opportunity to combine her experiences and her visions in bags full of stories.

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Ethiopia is one of the largest leather producers in the world, renowned for its expertise. Glad to be able to create a bridge between her two identities, choosing her country of origin for the manufacture of her products was obvious.