About sukaah

The journey began as a mature single mother, a vision board and being separated from family after being locked down in New Zealand due to COVID-19.

My name is Karen Lambourn, and after experiencing the stresses of life being locked down in New Zealand, going through body-changing menopause and not being able to work, I had to think creatively of other ways to adjust to these new life changes.

These changes became overwhelming as I felt uncomfortable in myself and my clothes. My life was starting again at 54. I thought there had to be something I could create for women experiencing the same feelings as myself who still wanted to feel fabulous in themselves and their clothes without feeling restricted.

Originally from Fremantle, Western Australia, I frequently travelled to Indonesia due to its proximity. That is where my love for the Indonesian country, culture and simplicity of life began. With no idea how my vision would start, I knew what I wanted and where to be. Indonesia resonated with my heart, and Indonesia was it. I thought if I could incorporate what I was passionate about in the place I loved, I could have my dream.

After the lockdown, when the borders opened up, the pull to get back to Indonesia was strong; I took my daughter Isabella, and while exploring, I found a beautiful natural fabric handwoven from a plant native to Indonesia. When I touched the fabric, my dream of sukaah clothing and accessories came to life. I had found the answer in this beautiful natural fabric.

sukaah’s clothing is designed with a loose-flowing fit to help women overcome self-doubt, build their confidence in their bodies after the changes they experience, and make them feel happy and free with no restrictions from their clothing. Confidence and comfortability are everything. Our designs are simple, classy, casual however you wish to wear them, and most of all, very comfortable, allowing women to feel their best.

Let our sukaah creations be a step towards self-love and empowerment whilst radiating true confidence in yourself and your clothes.