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Vertical bands of earth tones distinguish this classic poncho for men. Artisans of the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco work with ancestral techniques to create fashion for today and always. Woven by hand of fine alpaca wool, prized by the ancient Inca for its lightweight warmth, its colors come from natural dyes. Geometric motifs pay tribute to the traditions of Chinchero, where time seems to have stood still for centuries.

The community raises and cares for its own alpacas. The fleece is washed, carded and spun by hand using a pushka, or drop spindle. The dyes come from plants, nuts and tree bark. The next step is one of the most important, as the artisan prepares the warp, or vertical threads for the backstrap loom. This determines the size of the textile, the color combinations, and the patterns that will be woven.

The intensity of color can vary depending on the hardness of the water, the altitude and the local dye sources, making each textile a unique piece of handcrafted art.

Created by Agus Suryanto in Bali, this monochromatic men's shirt features hand-stamped motifs in stone over a body of eggshell. Made from cotton, this collared shirt features a button-up front andlong sleeves.

Named after Kayangan Lake in the Philippines, this rayon tunic is designed by Made Suciati in Bali. She works with local artisans, adding elegant hand embroidery and openwork in smoke that excellently complements the tunic's solid ebony hue.

In the tradition of the Andes, Celinda Jaco designs a handsome poncho for men. The warm v-neck poncho is woven of a soft alpaca blend and finished by hand. Once reserved for the Inca aristocracy and later for special occasions, alpaca is coveted for its warmth.

In gray, this handsome poncho for men is detailed with horizontal lines near the bottom. Celinda Jaco weaves the poncho with a soft alpaca blend and finishes it by hand. Once reserved for the Inca aristocracy and later for special occasions, alpaca is coveted for its warmth.