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Black Cotton Ruana with Fringe Handwoven in Guatemala, "Natural Elegance"

Name: Black Cotton Ruana with Fringe Handwoven in Guatemala, 'Natural Elegance'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 438254
Price: 153.99 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.83 (64 reviews)

Product ID: 438254

by Luisa Villavicencio (64)

Ruanas bring a stylish and sophisticated element to every attire. This chic design by Guatemala’s Luisa Villavicencio is meticulously handwoven using... more

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Ruanas bring a stylish and sophisticated element to every attire. This chic design by Guatemala's Luisa Villavicencio is meticulously handwoven using black cotton and features lovely fringes on both ends. Combine it with your favorite outfits to add an extra layer of elegance.

0.46 kgs
1.0 lbs

Garment Measurements

61 cm Length (from high-point shoulder) x 116.8 cm Bust/chest x 61 cm Sleeve (center neck to cuff)
24" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 46" Bust/chest x 24" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)
Fringe: 8.5 cm L
Fringe: 3.3" L

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US/Imperial

100% cotton
Hand wash or machine wash separately in cold water
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Lay flat to dry or tumble dry on low heat
One size fits most
Made in Guatemala
Certified and shipped by our office in Guatemala
Product ID: 438254

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Luisa Villavicencio

Central America

Cotton apparel and accessories

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Nicole

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Nov 09, 2024

“Summer staple”

Very much love this bag. The only thoughts I have are : First the handles are quite thin. I like the look, but they can be uncomfortably thin when holding. The Second thought is that the inside lining is quite flimsy and the pockets too shallow. My phone and wallet fall out too easily. The zippered pocket is quite small. Just a bit more and it would be perfect. That said, I have gotten lots and lots of compliments on the look. It presents beautifully

Daily use

Purchased Item Casual Flair, Fair Trade Cotton Shoulder Bag

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Cheryl

From rural Pennsylvania, United States

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Sep 09, 2024

“Beautiful and very well-made!”

This ruana is beautiful and very well-made! I am enjoying wearing it with so many things as an extra lightweight layer for warmth (quite fashionable, too!) and appreciate the natural cotton feel and the soft color. Similar items I have seen a local artisan shops are also much more expensive than this ruana...a great purchase at a great price!

Anytime a light layer is wanted for style or warmth

Purchased Item Ancestral Dungaree, Blue Cotton Ruana with Fringes Handloomed in Guatemala

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Nicole

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Sep 17, 2023

“Love this bag!”

Gave this to a friend, but I love it so much, Im planning to gift one to myself this holiday season.

Purchased Item Celeste, Undyed Recycled Denim and Cotton Shoulder Bag from Guatemala

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Job Creator

This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

Microcredit Financing

Luisa Villavicencio has received 4 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1400 and the most recent for $2100. Proceeds were used to invest in new raw materials and expand variety of product designs.

Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Empowering Women

The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.

Moving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Meet the Artist

Luisa Villavicencio Cotton apparel and accessories

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"All our creations are 100% ecological, 100% natural undyed cotton that reveals the natural shades of the fiber. People are sometimes surprised to learn that we use no dying process at all."

"Nature gives the colour and we give it shape…. "I'm a Guatemalan woman, born into a family where respect for the environment and for our... read more