Meet the founder
I have always lived between places between what I came from and what I grew up around. Doore Dasi is the result of that journey: a return, a bridge, a homecoming.
I was born in Burkina Faso, but I grew up far away from it, taken to Europe before my memory could hold the shape of my first home. I arrived in Italy when I was three or four years old. My mother tells me I jumped around the airplane with joy, unaware of the courage it took for her to leave behind everything familiar.
I was an untouched canvas. She was a woman stepping into the unknown. Growing up, I lived between worlds. African by skin, name and family. European by culture, education, and daily life.
My body belonged to one place; my upbringing to another. For years, Africa lived in me like a soft echo. A feeling rather than a memory, built from family stories, early fragments I couldn’t fully recall, school textbooks that rarely reflected the full truth, and media narratives that never captured its richness.
Even without remembering my first home, I never forgot I was African. My skin made forgetting impossible. And yet… something in me longed for more.
Côte d’Ivoire: The Beginning of My Return
Things changed at university. In Forlì, I met a professor, Arrigo Pallotti, who reshaped the way I saw Africa: not through eurocentric filters, not through romanticized nostalgia, but through history, clarity, and complexity.
I read Diop, Fanon, Said, Tom Burrell. I joined diasporic communities.I learned to unlearn. I dismantled quiet colonial ideas I had absorbed without noticing. Slowly, I began to rebuild myself. Not half African and half European, but fully both.
A third space. A place of my own.
Everything changed in 2022. After years of studying, questioning, unlearning, and rebuilding my identity, I finally returned to Africa, this time to Côte d’Ivoire. The moment my feet touched the ground, something in me shifted. My body remembered what my mind could not. There was no hesitation, no sense of being a foreigner, no searching for where I fit. I simply belonged. For the first time in my life, I didn’t feel the need to explain myself, justify myself, or soften parts of who I was. No questioning glances. No assumptions. No judgment. Just ease.
The market
And then I walked into the market. Like a cliché: The sound of drums; soft, almost distant; anchored something deep inside me. The colors, the humor, the warmth, the rhythm of negotiations, the entrepreneurial fire of the women… everything felt strangely familiar, like a memory I never had but somehow carried. It was the same humor my parents had. The same energy I grew up around in the African community in Italy. The same strength I saw in the women who raised me from afar. It felt like recognizing a reflection I didn’t know I had been missing. People called me to their stands, joked with me, tried to guess where I was from. Some thought Senegal. Some said Burkina Faso. Some Mali.
I blended in, not because I was hiding, but because I fit. Because I belonged. I had traveled before. In Madagascar, for example, I was unmistakably “the African.” In Côte d’Ivoire, I was simply one of many. That feeling is impossible to describe.
And I knew immediately: This wasn’t just a trip. This was a return.
When I came back to Germany, I couldn’t let go of what I had felt. There was a weight to it, a pull, a truth that stayed with me. I wanted people to see what I had seen, the brilliance, the culture, the craftsmanship, the humor, the soul of Africa. Not the filtered version, not the narrative of “lack” or “no culture” that so often dominates European perspectives.
I wanted to show the real thing. The beauty I saw with my own eyes.
And deep down, I knew this return had planted a seed. Something was about to take shape.
Back in Germany, the feeling I had in Côte d’Ivoire stayed with me. It followed me into my routine, into quiet moments, into conversations, into my thoughts. It was a pull: clear and persistent. I wanted people to see what I had seen: the brilliance, the humor, the colors, the strength, the art, the entrepreneurial fire.
I wanted to make Africa visible in the global story, not as an afterthought, but as a center of creativity, beauty, and identity.
I didn’t know anything about jewelry.
I had no background in design. No brand strategy. No business plan. But I knew what I wanted to do:
create something people could wear, something that carries culture, memory, and pride. Jewelry felt right. It’s intimate.
It touches the skin. It’s seen, noticed, and asked about. It opens conversations.
It carries meanin. So I began searching for a name. I thought of many languages.
Then I remembered mine. In Bissa, “Doore” means to return. And “Dasi” means the market The place where I felt at home again. The place where the brand was born inside me. Doore Dasi.
The market of the return. A return to memory, to self, to identity. The Homecoming Market.
But Doore Dasi is not only for Africans.
People often ask me: “Can I wear African jewelry if I’m not African?” My answer is always the same: yes. We wear Parisian art, Italian fashion, Japanese design, why not African culture? Culture is meant to be shared, appreciated, honoured. If anything, it is a gift when someone outside the culture chooses to uplift it.
My dream is that a single piece of jewelry can start a conversation, about origins, curiosity, history, Africa, identity, memory.
That it can spark pride in someone who sees themselves reflected in it, and spark interest in someone who is learning. And for young Africans, especially those in the diaspora, I want to say this:
Your heritage is not something you must overcome. It is something you can explore, honor, and grow with. You are not half.
You are whole. You are a bridge. You carry worlds. The diaspora is one of the most powerful forces supporting Africa today.
Doore Dasi is my contribution to that movement. My bridge. My offering. When someone wears a Doore Dasi piece, I want them to feel anchored, seen, powerful: as if they are carrying a story, opening a door, returning to something that belongs to them.
This is more than jewelry. This is culture in motion. History reclaimed. Identity worn with pride A return. This is Doore Dasi.
Blog posts
Let customers speak for us
Perfect Cowrie ring
I’m in love with my new ring, wear it everyday and I’m not worried about having it under water anymore! The quality is just awesome.
Looking forward to getting more piece! Thank you
Gaelle
Gorad 18k Gold Plated African Map Necklace - Elegant Cultural Symbol by Doore Dasi
Il regalo perfetto
Ho preso la collana della mano di Fatima come regalo, e che dire, è stato un successone. La spedizione è stata veloce. Avevo lasciato delle istruzioni, alla venditrice, che sono state seguite alla lettera. Grazie, grazie..
B.
Grace Africa Map Waterfall Earrings - African-Inspired Jewelry by Doore Dasi
In one word BEAUTIFUL
I love the necklace and wear it a lot. Elegant and classy
zoe stäblein
Leati Choker - Elegant Cowrie Necklace
Great product / lovely packaging and nice contact
I am very happy with the necklace
Godie Dokubo
Aida Cowries Infinity Necklace - African-Inspired Handcrafted Jewelry by Doore Dasi
Hair African hut pendant
The pendant is in great condition. Excellent job of packaging and shipped quickly.
Rose Wayne
Hairat African Hut Pendant - Gold Plated with NYA GYIDIE Symbol by Doore Dasi
I love my new pieces! ♥️
I bought two pairs of earrings at Dooredasi a couple of weeks ago and I’m using them daily, even in the shower. I get a lot of compliment, definitely elegant and sophisticated! Something you can’t find everywhere.
The delivery was fast and the communication with the seller as well.
Thank you so much! ♥️
Ilda
Grace Africa Map Waterfall Earrings - African-Inspired Jewelry by Doore Dasi
Grace - Africa map waterfall earrings
Graciella
Grace Africa Map Waterfall Earrings - African-Inspired Jewelry by Doore Dasi
Amazing Earrings
I've bought them both, gold and silver! I am just amazed by these two earrings. Really elegant and beautiful. I ordered them from Belgium. Really fast shipping and seller really nice, professional and helpful. I will definitely buy again!
Graciella
Grace Africa Map Waterfall Earrings - African-Inspired Jewelry by Doore Dasi
Coup de coeur
Je viens d'acheter les boucles d'oreilles sur ce site. C'est une copine à moi à l'aoir recommandé. La vendeuse a été très houettte et disponible. La marchandise est arrivé aprés quelques jours. La vendeuse est disponible pour n'importe quel soucis. J'ai attendu 2 semaines avant de poster le commentaire pour tester la qualité du produite et j'affirme d'etre 100% satisfaite! Merci.
Graciella
Gorad African Map Earrings - 18k Gold Plated African-Inspired Earrings by Doore Dasi
Jamila - "Dua Fe" Comb Studs Earrings
Graciella
Jamila "Dua Fe" Comb Studs Earrings - African-Inspired Beauty Symbol Earrings by Doore Dasi
Exquisite African Necklace Map
I recently purchased the most captivating piece of jewellery online, the African Map Necklace from Dooredasi, and I must say it has exceeded all my expectations. This necklace has been crafted with meticulous attention to detail and is not just an accessory, it's a cultural emblem and a testament to the rich heritage of Africa. I am thoroughly impressed with my purchase and would highly recommend the African Map Necklace to anyone looking to add a touch of African heritage and elegance to their wardrobe. The seller was really nice and available. I've ordered from Belgium and it arrived very quickly.
Graciella
Gorad 18k Gold Plated African Map Necklace - Elegant Cultural Symbol by Doore Dasi
collane e orecchini ben fatti e resistenti!
stanno mantenendo il colore e usarli è un piacere
il team è stato gentilissimo dandomi consigli sulla cura dei gioielli e assistendomi con una cura mai vista!
H.C.
Home - African Map - Handcrafted Jewelry Piece by Doore Dasi
Super gute Qualität
Ich bin begeistert, habe vor einigen Wochen auf dieser Internetseite bestellt und ich bin begeistert. Die Qualität ist wirklich toll habe die Ohrringe und die Kette jetzt 3 Wochen lang getragen und ich werde noch mehr kaufen.
Sinem
Gorad 18k Gold Plated African Map Necklace - Elegant Cultural Symbol by Doore Dasi
Good Quality and Beautiful Earrings
Normally I only wear Hoop earrings but I fell in love with those earrings and now I wear them constantly. They are a bit bigger then expected which is very nice. Also the quality is amazing. I was scared that they look cheap like most jewelry you can buy online, but they really look so expensive. Definitely worth the price! And the best part is, that the money I spent is also used for charity. I will definitely buy again here. Next time a necklace :)
Melissa Schmitz
Gorad African Map Earrings - 18k Gold Plated African-Inspired Earrings by Doore Dasi
Best jewelry
I was very comfortable in using and I also use them when I wash, the material is very durable, the necklaces having two color variants you can match them with many outfits
Fatima Sogne Dabre
Home - African Map - Handcrafted Jewelry Piece by Doore Dasi
Let customers speak for us
Perfect Cowrie ring
I’m in love with my new ring, wear it everyday and I’m not worried about having it under water anymore! The quality is just awesome.
Looking forward to getting more piece! Thank you
Gaelle
Gorad 18k Gold Plated African Map Necklace - Elegant Cultural Symbol by Doore Dasi
Il regalo perfetto
Ho preso la collana della mano di Fatima come regalo, e che dire, è stato un successone. La spedizione è stata veloce. Avevo lasciato delle istruzioni, alla venditrice, che sono state seguite alla lettera. Grazie, grazie..
B.
Grace Africa Map Waterfall Earrings - African-Inspired Jewelry by Doore Dasi
In one word BEAUTIFUL
I love the necklace and wear it a lot. Elegant and classy
zoe stäblein
Leati Choker - Elegant Cowrie Necklace
Great product / lovely packaging and nice contact
I am very happy with the necklace
Godie Dokubo
Aida Cowries Infinity Necklace - African-Inspired Handcrafted Jewelry by Doore Dasi
Hair African hut pendant
The pendant is in great condition. Excellent job of packaging and shipped quickly.
Rose Wayne
Hairat African Hut Pendant - Gold Plated with NYA GYIDIE Symbol by Doore Dasi
I love my new pieces! ♥️
I bought two pairs of earrings at Dooredasi a couple of weeks ago and I’m using them daily, even in the shower. I get a lot of compliment, definitely elegant and sophisticated! Something you can’t find everywhere.
The delivery was fast and the communication with the seller as well.
Thank you so much! ♥️
Ilda
Grace Africa Map Waterfall Earrings - African-Inspired Jewelry by Doore Dasi
Grace - Africa map waterfall earrings
Graciella
Grace Africa Map Waterfall Earrings - African-Inspired Jewelry by Doore Dasi
Amazing Earrings
I've bought them both, gold and silver! I am just amazed by these two earrings. Really elegant and beautiful. I ordered them from Belgium. Really fast shipping and seller really nice, professional and helpful. I will definitely buy again!
Graciella
Grace Africa Map Waterfall Earrings - African-Inspired Jewelry by Doore Dasi
Coup de coeur
Je viens d'acheter les boucles d'oreilles sur ce site. C'est une copine à moi à l'aoir recommandé. La vendeuse a été très houettte et disponible. La marchandise est arrivé aprés quelques jours. La vendeuse est disponible pour n'importe quel soucis. J'ai attendu 2 semaines avant de poster le commentaire pour tester la qualité du produite et j'affirme d'etre 100% satisfaite! Merci.
Graciella
Gorad African Map Earrings - 18k Gold Plated African-Inspired Earrings by Doore Dasi
Jamila - "Dua Fe" Comb Studs Earrings
Graciella
Jamila "Dua Fe" Comb Studs Earrings - African-Inspired Beauty Symbol Earrings by Doore Dasi
Exquisite African Necklace Map
I recently purchased the most captivating piece of jewellery online, the African Map Necklace from Dooredasi, and I must say it has exceeded all my expectations. This necklace has been crafted with meticulous attention to detail and is not just an accessory, it's a cultural emblem and a testament to the rich heritage of Africa. I am thoroughly impressed with my purchase and would highly recommend the African Map Necklace to anyone looking to add a touch of African heritage and elegance to their wardrobe. The seller was really nice and available. I've ordered from Belgium and it arrived very quickly.
Graciella
Gorad 18k Gold Plated African Map Necklace - Elegant Cultural Symbol by Doore Dasi
collane e orecchini ben fatti e resistenti!
stanno mantenendo il colore e usarli è un piacere
il team è stato gentilissimo dandomi consigli sulla cura dei gioielli e assistendomi con una cura mai vista!
H.C.
Home - African Map - Handcrafted Jewelry Piece by Doore Dasi
Super gute Qualität
Ich bin begeistert, habe vor einigen Wochen auf dieser Internetseite bestellt und ich bin begeistert. Die Qualität ist wirklich toll habe die Ohrringe und die Kette jetzt 3 Wochen lang getragen und ich werde noch mehr kaufen.
Sinem
Gorad 18k Gold Plated African Map Necklace - Elegant Cultural Symbol by Doore Dasi
Good Quality and Beautiful Earrings
Normally I only wear Hoop earrings but I fell in love with those earrings and now I wear them constantly. They are a bit bigger then expected which is very nice. Also the quality is amazing. I was scared that they look cheap like most jewelry you can buy online, but they really look so expensive. Definitely worth the price! And the best part is, that the money I spent is also used for charity. I will definitely buy again here. Next time a necklace :)
Melissa Schmitz
Gorad African Map Earrings - 18k Gold Plated African-Inspired Earrings by Doore Dasi
Best jewelry
I was very comfortable in using and I also use them when I wash, the material is very durable, the necklaces having two color variants you can match them with many outfits
Fatima Sogne Dabre
Home - African Map - Handcrafted Jewelry Piece by Doore Dasi
Afrikanisches Erbe durch handgefertigten Schmuck ehren
Bei Doore Dasi setzen wir uns dafür ein, die Schönheit und Bedeutung von afrikanischen Symbolen, Kunst und Handwerkskunst durch authentischen afrikanischen Schmuck zu bewahren und mit der Welt zu teilen. Unsere Mission ist es, die afrikanische Diaspora mit ihren Wurzeln zu verbinden und gleichzeitig die reiche Kultur Afrikas zu präsentieren.
Handgefertigter afrikanischer Schmuck mit tiefer Bedeutung
Unsere Kollektion ist inspiriert von der Geschichte, Spiritualität und Symbolik Afrikas. Wir arbeiten mit talentierten afrikanischen Kunsthandwerkern aus Ghana und Kenia zusammen, um handgefertigten afrikanischen Schmuck zu schaffen, der eine Geschichte erzählt. Von afrikanischen Halsketten und Kaurimuschel-Ketten bis hin zu symbolischen Schmuckstücken mit ghanaischen Symbolen wie Sankofa, Adinkra-Zeichen und der afrikanischen Landkarte – jedes Design verkörpert Identität und Tradition.
Unsere Stücke bestehen aus anlaufgeschütztem, vergoldetem Schmuck und hochwertigen Materialien, die afrikanischen Luxus mit zeitloser Eleganz vereinen. Ob die Kaurimuschel als Symbol für Wohlstand oder das Sankofa-Zeichen als Erinnerung an das Lernen aus der Vergangenheit – mit unseren Designs kannst du deine Wurzeln mit Stolz tragen.
Afrikanische Kunsthandwerker stärken & in Gemeinschaften investieren
Doore Dasi ist mehr als nur Schmuck – wir engagieren uns für die Stärkung afrikanischer Kunsthandwerker durch fairen Handel, ethische Produktion und nachhaltige Geschäftspraktiken. Jedes Schmuckstück wird von Hand gefertigt, wodurch traditionelle Fertigkeiten bewahrt und fair entlohnt werden.
Wir glauben an das Zurückgeben an die Gemeinschaft. Ein Teil unserer Einnahmen wird in afrikanische Gemeinden reinvestiert – insbesondere durch Entwicklungsprojekte in Burkina Faso. Diese Projekte fördern Bildung, Unternehmertum und wirtschaftliches Wachstum, sodass jeder Kauf über den Schmuck hinaus einen positiven Einfluss hat.
Afrikanische Identität mit globaler Mode verbinden
Unsere Vision ist es, dass afrikanischer Schmuck mehr als nur ein Accessoire ist – er ist ein Ausdruck von Kulturstolz, Geschichte und Ermächtigung. Ob du eine Kaurimuschel-Kette, einen Anhänger in Form der afrikanischen Landkarte oder symbolischen Schmuck mit tiefer Bedeutung suchst – Doore Dasi bietet einzigartige Designs, die das Erbe Afrikas ehren.
Begleite uns auf unserer Reise, um afrikanische Handwerkskunst, Tradition und Luxus zu feiern – ein handgefertigtes Schmuckstück nach dem anderen.
Folge uns und trage deine Wurzeln mit Stolz!
