Zaytoun Tatreez Statement Strap

The Zaytoun Tatreez Statement Strap reimagines the olive branch as movement — grounded, visible, and deliberate.

Crafted from thick woven tatreez fabric with a structured faux leather backing, this 2-inch wide strap offers a substantial, premium feel designed for comfort and durability. The weight and construction are intentional — built to sit securely across the shoulder without folding or slipping.

The olive branch motif is rendered in machine-stitched tatreez embroidery inspired by traditional Palestinian cross-stitch patterns. For generations, tatreez has carried stories of land, identity, and resistance. The olive branch remains one of Palestine’s most enduring symbols — rootedness under occupation, continuity across displacement, and life that refuses erasure.

Measuring 48 inches including hooks, the strap is designed to be worn crossbody or over the shoulder. Gold-tone swivel clasps allow for easy attachment to compatible handbags, instantly transforming a minimal silhouette into a culturally grounded statement.

This is not an afterthought accessory.
It is structure. Symbol. Continuity in motion.

Length: 48 inches (122 cm), including hooks
Width: 2 inches (5 cm)
Material: Woven tatreez fabric with faux leather backing
Technique: Machine-stitched tatreez embroidery
Motif: Olive branch (Zaytoun)
Hardware: Gold-tone swivel clasps
Compatibility: Designed for handbags with detachable strap hardware
Care: Spot clean only

Every piece from The Olive Tree is made by hand, with care. If something arrives damaged, incorrect, or simply isn't right for you, we want to make it right.

Shipping

Orders are dispatched within 4-5 business days. You'll receive a tracking number once your order ships.

Estimated delivery times:

• Canada: 2-6 business days
• USA: 6-10 business days
• UK: 8-14 business days
• Europe & Worldwide: 14-24 business days

We maintain a 99.8% successful delivery rate across all orders.

Please note: international orders outside Canada and USA may be discarded by customs if undeliverable and are not eligible for replacement.

Returns & Exchanges

Returns and exchanges are accepted within 14 days of delivery. Items must be unused, unworn, and returned in their original condition and packaging.

Exchanges

We issue the return label for Canada and USA orders — the cost of return shipping and outbound exchange shipping is shared with you upfront before anything is processed. Once payment is confirmed, send the item back. We inspect it upon arrival and ship your exchange.

International customers arrange and pay their own return shipping. Outbound exchange shipping is invoiced separately before dispatch.

Refunds

If you decide to return instead of exchange, we issue a return label for Canada and USA orders — the shipping cost is deducted from your refund. Refunds cover item value only. Original shipping fees are non-refundable.

International customers cover their own return shipping. Refund is issued for item value only. All refunds are processed after inspection.

Lost or missing packages

If your order doesn't arrive within the carrier's delivery window, contact us within 14 days of the marked delivery date and we will make it right — replacement or store credit, depending on the situation. We may ask for confirmation details before processing.

A note on handmade goods

Each piece carries the mark of the hands that made it. Slight variations in pattern, color, or texture are not defects — they are part of what makes the piece real. We do not accept returns for minor natural variation. Replacements are issued for damaged or incorrect items with photo proof.