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Sunset's last glow is echoed in the colors of this hand-loomed cotton shoulder bag from India's Om Prakash. Golden zari embroidery and mirrored sequins adorn a panel of bright yellow, green and fuchsia on the front of the bag. The fully-lined handbag closes with a zipper and features an interior zipper pocket to keep small items organized.

Geometric motifs in earthen hues adorn the front of this handsome tote bag from Keawpankanlaya in Thailand. The all-cotton bag features a solid color in mahogany and a lining of dark brown cotton. The tote, which closes securely with a zipper, features an open interior pocket to keep keys and other small items handy.

Ready for an adventurous night shopping, these owls wake up at twilight to adorn this convenient tote bag from Thailand's Keawpankanlaya. Local artisans work with cotton and polyester to craft this flexible bag, equipped with an interior pocket and a zipper closure.

Embroidered by hand, hill tribe motifs tell of the Akha people's rich textile traditions. The patterns cover a generous front pocket on a cotton sling tote. By Jiap Rojjana, the bag is fully lined and an inner pocket with zipper keeps small items handy. Yellow cords and rain tree wood beads adorn the strap, and both the outer pocket and the purse close with coconut shell buttons.

Because each is an individual work of embroidery art, colors and motifs may vary slightly according to the artisan's inspiration.

By Jiap Rojjana, this lovely shoulder bag is crafted of cotton. Traditional Thai motifs adorn the emerald green cotton and a border print embraces the purse. Lined with cotton, the shoulder bag features an inner pocket that zips closed. The tote fastens with a coconut shell button, and the straps can be tied to the desired length.