Ive always felt that when you wear alot of color it makes you feel happy, or ready for a fun evening. Even in a bad mood a bright outfit can lift your spirits. I was never one to own many black pieces of clothing and I always chose colorful handbags.

 

Life has thrown me more than a few challenges—cancer, heartbreak, and the loss of someone I loved deeply. But through it all, I discovered something powerful: even in the darkest moments, we can create our own light.

 

Before handbags, I poured my creativity into nourishing others through my No Nasties whole-food kit—a journey that even led me to share my ideas on the TEDx stage. But after losing my partner, I needed a new way to heal. That’s when my handbag label Shandy was born—not just as an accessory brand, but as a daily reminder to seek joy, colour, and beauty, even when life feels heavy.

 

Each bag I create bursts with vibrant colours, playful details, and a spirit of resilience. They’re designed to do more than carry your essentials—they carry hope, confidence, and a spark of happiness you can take anywhere.

 

Because I believe that even when sadness lingers, a little brightness on the outside can help you feel lighter on the inside.