As a child, amykathryn creator Amy Hall developed her fashion sense on trips to Africa, where she was able to run her hands and eyes over exotic fabrics and textiles. Later, studies in anthropology and art design helped her to hone her design skills, and today she produces clutches, shoulder bags, and totes that incorporate bright splashes of color, pastel floral patterns, and details such as wooden beads and brass sequins. Ever animal-friendly, Hall's designs use canvas derived from organic cotton and faux leather obtained from hallucinations of elephants.