piece of art

Show your stripes in this bright knit sweater from Peruvian artisan Alfredo Falcon. Colorful stripes in shades of Tiffany blue, vermilion, and viridian green incorporated with geometric patterns make this eye-catching design. The sweater features a fitted waist, wide arms, and indigo trim. You'll be the hit of the party in this soft sweater!

Intricate geometric motifs come to life in radiant colors derived from natural dyes. Artisans of the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco work with ancestral techniques to create fashion for today and always. This elegant ruana cape is woven by hand of fine alpaca wool, prized by the ancient Inca for its lightweight warmth. The cloak of many colors includes red, goldenrod yellow, fuchsia and orange, among others.

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.

This simple knit dress will become your new go-to piece for working from home, weekend errands, and travel. Daphne Scapa designs it with a flattering V-shaped neckline, coconut shell buttons, and a combination of knitted panels for contrast and breathability. It's made from a 100% USDA and GOTS-certified organic pima cotton knit in a heathered pattern with cerulean blue and camel brown.

Daphne worked as an environmental lawyer for most of her life before pivoting into pursuing her passion for art and design through her sustainable clothing line. Her designs feature timeless silhouettes and use local Peruvian materials and 100% natural dyes.

This artsy cardigan is the perfect statement piece. Patricia Lopez knits it from cotton with an abstract jacquard pattern in powder blue, white and grey. Try it out with jeans or paired with a smart skirt.

The Andean artisan worked for years as an industrial engineer before throwing in the towel to follow her passion for traditional Peruvian textiles and fashion. She runs a workshop in the capital city of Lima where she creates apparel and accessories that mix traditional and contemporary techniques and designs.

This artsy cardigan is the perfect statement piece. Patricia Lopez knits it from grey cotton with an abstract jacquard pattern in punchy red and beige tones. Try it out with jeans or paired with a smart skirt.

The Andean artisan worked for years as an industrial engineer before throwing in the towel to follow her passion for traditional Peruvian textiles and fashion. She runs a workshop in the capital city of Lima where she creates apparel and accessories that mix traditional and contemporary techniques and designs.