High School - River Jayden Bag / Hine-Uri

We are delighted to showcase the mahi toi of this incredibly talented local artist River Jayden.

The Hine-Uri bag is part of her collaboration range with NZ lifestyle brand Moana Road.

Deep tones evoke the mystery and resilience of Hine-Uri, with tāniko patterns weaving pūrākau and connecting past tales to future generations.

Premium and practical, yet a sophisticated, modern finish. 

Extremely lightweight shoulder bag with a plush striped, polyester lined interior. 

Multiple interior compartments including a padded section for laptop or tablet complete with a velcro strap for securing your precious device. The large inside pockets easily fit all your essential A4 sized documents, diary and folders.

A smaller, yet secure, pocket on the outside for essential easy to find items. 

Extendable comfortable shoulder strap with a carry handle on the main bag.

Two magnetic clasps easily close the folding top.

PU Leather - 37cmx 31cm

River (Ngāti Tahu - Waikato, Ngāti Whaoa) is a visual artist and graphic designer who specialises in digital design and painting. Her visually striking work is bold and colourful and her murals & public artworks have gained strong national and international recognition.

River has a Bachelor of Arts from University of Canterbury. Her art history research looks at colonial and religious appropriation of Māori culture, with a particular focus into the appropriation of kōwhaiwhai patterns within Christianity, as a deliberate way to assimilate Māori.

“Research is fundamental to my painting practice, it inspires me to create works that spark debate, and the narrative is usually politically charged.”

This product is by a Toi Iho Māori creative

Each piece in our collection is crafted with intention—balancing timeless design with modern responsibility. We use only high-quality, ethically sourced materials, working closely with skilled artisans who bring every detail to life with care and precision.

Our commitment to sustainability extends from recycled precious metals to responsible stone sourcing and mindful production practices. Whether it's a gift or a personal keepsake, your jewelry is made to last—and made to matter.