fair trade bags and purses

Designed by Peru's Kathiana Quispe, this shoulder bag exudes Andean style. The warm orange leather is accented on the bottom corners and the flap with hand embossing, and the flap is accented with a traditional Andean wool textile. The long, adjustable shoulder strap allows you to carry the bag cross-body if desired. The fully-lined shoulder bag features a buckle closure and an interior zipper pocket to keep small items close at hand.

A beautiful hand-loomed wool textile with traditional Andean motifs graces the flap of this original shoulder bag from Kathiana Quispe in Peru. The bag is crafted from black suede and trimmed with red and black leather. The front flap opens with a buckle to reveal a fully-lined interior with a zipper pocket. The long shoulder strap is adjustable.

For a fun companion on your travels, this messenger bag-style sling is created by Kathiana Quispe in Peru. She crafts the bag from suede in contrasting espresso and golden brown hues. A wool accent panel displays colorful geometric patterns. The front flap of this bag opens with a magnetic snap, revealing a zipper that opens to a lined interior with a zipper pocket on one side.

You'll be ready for anything with this beautiful and practical shoulder bag from Peru's Kathiana Quispe. Crafted from supple leather in black and dark brown, the shoulder bag features a front flap pocket accented with embossed motifs and a colorful, hand-loomed wool textile with Andean motifs. The fully-lined interior includes a zipper pocket for small items; the bag also has a zipper pocket on the back. An adjustable shoulder strap allows you to carry it at a comfortable length.

Iris, aquamarine, turquoise, spring green and citron hues add lines of charm to this cotton shopping bag from El Salvador. The Women Leaders of La Colorada use cotton yarns to weave this convenient accessory, whose striped pattern conveys sweet and chic sensations. Equipped with a lined interior, the accessory has a zipper pocket at the front, a back compartment and comfortable straps.