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Path to the Mountain, Striped Men's 100% Alpaca Hooded Poncho from Peru

Size: 75" L x 55" W

Maldonado Family

(81)

$369 Wholesale

$369
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Earth Celebration, Men's Fair Trade Alpaca Wool Poncho

Size: 37" L x 55" W

Maldonado Family

(81)

$314 Wholesale

$314
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Inca Claret, Knit Alpaca Blend Red and Black Poncho

Size: 29" L x 39" W x 27.5" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Waldo Berrios

(98)

$179 Wholesale

$179
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Blue Illusions, 100% Baby Alpaca Poncho with Geometric Motifs in Blue Shades

Tomas Sota

(54)

$199 Wholesale

$199
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Nature's Charm, Asymmetric Hand Woven Rayon Poncho from Guatemala

Size: 30" L x 35" W

K'amolon K'i K'ojonel

(218)

$113.05 Wholesale

~~$119~~ $113.05
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Rosewood Illusions, 100% Baby Alpaca Pink Poncho with Honeycomb Patterns

Tomas Sota

(54)

$190 Wholesale

$190
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Magical Forest, Handcrafted Cotton Blend Poncho

Size: 30" L x 40" W

K'amolon K'i K'ojonel

(218)

$127 Wholesale

$127
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Glamorous Lavender, Handwoven Cotton Blend Poncho in Grey and Blue Hues

K'amolon K'i K'ojonel

(218)

$129 Wholesale

$129
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Honeycomb Matrix, Black and White Patterned 100% Baby Alpaca Cowl Neck Poncho

Size: 29" L x 37" W

Tomas Sota

(54)

$111.20 Wholesale

~~$139~~ $111.20
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Tan Foliage, Tan and Brown Turtleneck Alpaca Blend Poncho with Lace

Size: 24" L x 43" W

Waldo Berrios

(98)

$79.99 Wholesale

~~$99.99~~ $79.99
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Forest Berry, Handwoven Cotton Blend Poncho in Fuchsia and Purple Hues

K'amolon K'i K'ojonel

(218)

$129 Wholesale

$129
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Peruvian Wildflower in Blue, Unique Women's Alpaca Wool Blend Patterned Poncho

Size: 31.5" L x 46" W

Alfredo Falcon

(1104)

$167 Wholesale

$167
Wine Ceremony, Handwoven Cotton Blend Poncho in a Vibrant Palette

K'amolon K'i K'ojonel

(218)

$129 Wholesale

$129
Creation of Love, Handwoven Rayon Poncho with Striped Patterns from Guatemala

Size: 30" L x 38" W

K'amolon K'i K'ojonel

(218)

$117 Wholesale

$117
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Purple Charm, Cotton Blend Twisted Front Fringed Poncho in Purple Hues

K'amolon K'i K'ojonel

(218)

$144 Wholesale

$144
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Inca Contrast, Black and Russet Alpaca Blend Poncho from Peru

Size: 29" Length (from high-point shoulder) x 39" Bust/chest x 30" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Waldo Berrios

(98)

$169 Wholesale

$169
Crimson Zigzag, Red Handloomed Geometric-Themed Poncho with Tassels

Patricia Xon

$87 Wholesale

$87
Burgundy Zigzag, Burgundy Handloomed Poncho with Cotton Panel and Tassels

Patricia Xon

$87 Wholesale

$87
Alluring Crimson, Knit & Hand-Woven Baby Alpaca Blend Poncho in Red from Peru

Raquel and Gregor

(169)

$129 Wholesale

$129
Rainbow Charm, Asymmetrical Hand Woven Rayon Poncho from Guatemala

Size: 30" L x 35" W

K'amolon K'i K'ojonel

(218)

$119 Wholesale

$119
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Full Moon Night, Hand Woven Cotton Blend Guatemalan Poncho

Size: 30" L x 40" W

K'amolon K'i K'ojonel

(218)

$127 Wholesale

$127
Beautiful Horizon, Blue and Purple Rayon Poncho from Guatemala

Size: 32" L x 38" W

K'amolon K'i K'ojonel

(218)

$119 Wholesale

$119
Sepia Zigzag, Handloomed Acrylic Cotton Poncho with Geometric Accents

Patricia Xon

$87 Wholesale

$87
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Cuzco Morning, Check Pattern Alpaca Blend Poncho Sweater from Peru

Size: 32" L x 52" W

Nestor Yana

(258)

$67.99 Wholesale

~~$79.99~~ $67.99
Beautiful Flame, Hand Woven Rayon Poncho from Guatemala

Size: 32" L x 38" W

K'amolon K'i K'ojonel

(218)

$124 Wholesale

$124
Purple Zigzag, Purple Handwoven Acrylic Poncho with Geometric Cotton Panel

Patricia Xon

$87 Wholesale

$87
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Purples and Blues, Purple and Blue Poncho Made from Baby Alpaca Blend in Peru

Raquel and Gregor

(169)

$104 Wholesale

$104
Emerald Valley, Handcrafted Cotton Blend Poncho

Size: 30" L x 40" W

K'amolon K'i K'ojonel

(218)

$127 Wholesale

$127
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Berries and Honey, Cotton Blend Twisted Front Poncho in Earthy Berry Colors

Size: 30" L x 38" W

K'amolon K'i K'ojonel

(218)

$109 Wholesale

$109
Magical Dusk, Brown Orange Handmade Cotton Blend Poncho

Size: 30" L x 40" W

K'amolon K'i K'ojonel

(218)

$127 Wholesale

$127
Chocolate Zigzag, Chocolate-Hued Handwoven Poncho with Wooden Buttons

Patricia Xon

$87 Wholesale

$87
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Blue Inca, Woven Navy Blue Patterned Poncho from Peru

Size: 30" L x 52" W

Alfredo Falcon

(1104)

$32.40 Wholesale

~~$54~~ $32.40
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Ivory Softness, Handwoven Peruvian Baby Alpaca Blend Poncho Soft to Touch

Size: 30.5" L x 32.5" W

Raquel and Gregor

(169)

$87 Wholesale

$87
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Cuzco Mountains, Geometric and Floral 100% Alpaca Poncho in Black and Grey

Edison Canal

(45)

$107 Wholesale

$107
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Jane, 100% Baby Alpaca Wool Blue Poncho From Peru

Size: S/M,L/XL

Patricia Lopez

(35)

$197 Wholesale

$197
Chiapas Diamonds, Hand Woven Multicolored Poncho from Mexico

Size: 35" L x 41" W x 19.75" Sleeve (center neck to cuff)

Petrona Gomez

(6)

$114 Wholesale

$114

The Village Council

Your answers straight from the village experts

+ - Can men wear ponchos? Which are best?

Absolutely! Men's ponchos look great and you'll find them in woven fabrics as well as knits. They're easy to slip on and aren't bulky like heavy jackets and overcoats. They go with everything from jeans and khaki to dressy wool trousers. Solid colors look good at the office as well as with casual attire. You might prefer a trendy ombr in tonal colors. Striped ponchos are popular with men as well as those with geometric patterns.

+ - Are any of your ponchos eco-friendly?

Yes! Most are created with sustainable materials and natural fibers.For example, Luisa Villavicencio's family in Guatemala cultivates cotton in several natural colors jade, ixcaco (cocoa) and ivory, or crude cotton. In fact, people are surprised to learn that no dyes are used. The family is involved in the entire process, from growing the cotton, to weaving it and transforming it into apparel. She often combines it with recycled denim fibers derived from clothing factory scraps. In Thailand, an eco-friendly technique called ouke printing may be used. The artisan selects natural leaves and flowers, arranges them on cotton fabric, and applies steam. They are left in place for a day or two to leave their images permanently on the poncho.

+ - Are there meaningful motifs or designs that distinguish certain kinds of ponchos?

Yes! Andean peoples such as the Inca were extraordinary textile artists and their weavings were more highly prized than gold. Their motifs then and now tend to be geometric patterns, characterized by their symmetry, and many exemplify handloomed artistry. Maya women in Central America still work on the backstrap looms they have used for centuries. Their traditional pic bil technique involves laying in thicker threads where the patterns are desired, giving the textile the appearance of embroidery. A very unique pattern is called jaspe. This results from an ikat technique in which the threads are carefully tie-dyed before they are placed on the loom. Itajime is a kind of shibori tie-dying, an ancient technique that originated in Japan. Rather than tying the fabric with threads, wooden shapes are knotted into the fabric. These block the dye from selected areas in more precise geometric patterns. The dye is classically derived from the indigo plant and lends itself to themes of peace and tranquility.Artisans in India take their inspiration from the traditional styles and motifs of Kashmir, where ponchos are well suited to the cold weather there. Lavish floral motifs are popular and they are often embroidered by hand with aari embroidery, a type of chain stitch. The flowers are traced on the fabric and a needle with a hooked end is used to push colorful threads through the fabric from behind. Each time the needle is pulled up, it brings up a loop of thread, and the loops are linked consecutively.

+ - What poncho materials are best and why?

For autumn and winter, wool and wool blends are popular. Alpaca fleece, once reserved for Inca kings, is hypoallergenic and provides extraordinary warmth. Yet alpaca is also lightweight and soft. Cotton and pima cotton are great options for spring and summer, as is chenille derived from bamboo fiber. Linen and hemp may be used in ponchos and any of these may be combined with synthetic fibers such as acrylic, polyamide and nylon. Its up to the artisan and the shopper.

+ - How are handcrafted ponchos made?

Artisans and designers work in all kinds of techniques, from woven and knitted to crochet and even macram. And some combine two or more crafting methods.Woven ponchos can be lightweight or thick and warm. They can be created with a power loom, or woven by hand of wool or alpaca. In the Andes, knitted ponchos are popular and many are knitted by hand. Others are created with semi-manual knitting machines. However even these are often finished with hand-crocheted fringe and borders or hand-embroidery.Knitted and crocheted ponchos drape beautifully and can include classic cable knits for fall and winter as well as lacy openwork for spring and summer. Macrame results in fascinating textures. Novica has a poncho in every color for every occasion.

+ - Are ponchos fashionable?

In 2021-2022, ponchos are a super trendy fashion choice and their versatility takes them everywhere. Choose a classic plaid or stripes to wear over jeans. Or a short crocheted poncho with a dress for summer evenings. Pair a lacy poncho with a prom dress. Or choose a solid tone that can go from the office to the boardroom and on to a night on the town.A poncho or two make a great investment for your maternity wardrobe you can wear them before, during and after. Keep a poncho in the car so that, when it gets chilly, you can quickly slip it over your head.A classic poncho in white or ivory becomes an elegant cloak that takes the bride to and from the winter wedding and reception venues. Short, lightweight ponchos make perfect beach cover-ups.And dont forget a poncho for the men in your life.

+ - Do ponchos come in different styles?

Yes! Their styles are as varied as the materials used to craft them.Wool ponchos and Indian cashmere are favorites for autumn and winter. With its exceptional lightweight warmth, alpaca is the coziest of natural fibers. The weight of the fabric and its open spaces affect the drape as well as the warmth.Youll find ponchos with cowl or turtlenecks, boat necks, V-necks and more. They come in solid colors, plaid, patterned and open mesh. Some are reversible, others have hoods. Voluptuous hand-crocheted trim and hand-knotted fringe dress up the poncho for cool evening events. And a single poncho can be worn with the points in front or at the sides for two different looks.While many consider the Mexican serape a poncho, technically, it is not. The serape is folded and worn on one shoulder. The Andean ruana cloak is also similar but it is open in the front or may have buttons.

+ - Where did the poncho originate and how did it get its name?

The short answer is South America, where archaeologists have discovered burial ponchos dating back 2,000 to 2,500 years in Paracas, Peru. Woven by hand, they are surprisingly similar to those worn today in the Andes.If you run an Internet search for poncho, youll probably find results that include the word Pancho. Pancho is the nickname for Francisco. Poncho is the nickname for Alfonso, and neither one has anything to do with the garments origin.Poncho is thought to be a Quechua word, punchu, adapted to Spanish pronunciation. It denotes a fabric wrap. The word is also similar to pontro, or woven wool in the Araucanian language, native to Argentina and Chile.The name poncho is used worldwide but, in Mexico, it is also known as a gabn, in Brazil, paia, and in Chile, chamanto. The longer ponchos called jorongos, are often worn by the South American chaln, or horseman.

+ - What is a poncho?

Ponchos are practical and endlessly versatile. But exactly what is a poncho? It is basically a square or rectangular piece of cloth with an opening in the center so you can slip it over your head. Some ponchos are even circular, others may be open in front. However, all classic ponchos are sleeveless and worn over your everyday clothing.There are two basic types of this fun garment those made of fabric and those that are waterproof. Lightweight and adaptable, the rain poncho often features a hood. Some have an inner liner made of cozy fabrics for warmth. Waterproof ponchos were first used by the US military in the 1850s but became a popular military issue almost a century later in the 1940s.

Featured Reviews

Reversible alpaca blend ruana, 'Peruvian Wildflower in Blue'

Shugyo

Jun 3, 2017

Beautiful warm stylish button-up ruana cloak

Gorgeous striking color with striking pattern. Just received today - can't wait for winter. It is medium weight, as another reviewer pointed out, but it will be very warm. (This is not my first alpaca blend poncho/ruana from Alfredo Falcon.)

Beautiful Design And Quality

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Casual Alpaca Wool Poncho

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Alpaca blend poncho sweater, 'Cuzco Morning'

BorderCollieMama

Jan 24, 2025

Soft and warm!

This is the second one of these ponchos that I bought. I bought a red plaid version a couple of years ago. I liked it so much, I came back for this new color. The fit is generous, the material is soft, and the cape is warm. I love the zipper so that it can be worn different ways. I would buy another one if another color is available in the future.

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Cotton blend poncho, 'Andean Charm'

Jan 2, 2024

Lovely

This is my second poncho. The colors are beautiful. It adds a surprising amount of warmth over a sweater. But it’s also light enough to feel comfortable indoors. It’s fashionable and colorful. Because I have limited mobility of my legs and one arm, it’s so easy to put on and wear while I’m in my wheelchair.

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