alpaca blue

In the open markets of towns throughout the Peruvian Altiplano, one can find stalls full of fresh flowers. Some of the blooms have been used for hundreds of years to create natural dyes, like the yellow kiko flower, part of the daisy family. Designed by Aldo Norero, this gorgeous reversible alpaca-blend cardigan is decorated on the front, back, and long sleeves with trailing kiko blooms and vines, featuring hand-embroidered embellishments on a blue and black base hue on each side.

Looking for a feminine touch to add elegance to your wardrobe? This exquisite midnight blue cardigan by Peru's Briseida Huete brings graceful beauty with its delicate hand-embroidered floral and leaf accents. Crocheted from soft alpaca and cotton fibers, it boasts lovely details like the scoop neck, fabric-covered buttons and bell long sleeves, making it a must-have item you'll reach for again and again.

The memory of his beloved grandfather inspires Edwin Choquecahua every day to create stunning accessories that carry the essence of the Andes. Part of a Peruvian artisan family, Edwin uses an acrylic and alpaca blend to embellish this cushion cover with a myriad of floral and leafy embroidered details typical of the Andean region. The item, featuring an enchanting sky blue base hue, also comes with a convenient zipper closure at the back.

Discover the captivating natural wonders of the Andes with a majestic handwoven and embroidered design from the Ulloa Family in Peru. This alpaca blend sling bag boasts intricate floral and leaf accents embroidered by hand in a palette of enchanting teal, vibrant cyan and exquisite olive hues. The charming accessory features an adjustable strap, a zippered closure and an interior zippered pocket for all your essentials.