elegant clothing

The most iconic garment to hail from South America is the revered poncho, made for weathering harsh surroundings and staying warm on a winter's day. Husband and wife team, Raquel and Gregor, make their own interpretation of the classic large sheet of fabric, manually weaving this ivory colored poncho from fine baby alpaca yarn, with nylon added to increase durability, resulting in a lightweight and elegant example.

The magnificent Inca Empire left the world a legacy of stunning textiles ornamented with intricate geometric patterns, often in a palette of vibrant hues. As heiress of the ancient Andean culture, Peruvian artisan Maria Cutipa crafts a 100% alpaca cardigan sweater in a kimono style with trendy short sleeves, an open front and elegant fringes dangling from the piece. The garment is also embellished with classic Inca motifs in a warm color scheme, making this unique design a symbol of the artist's beloved homeland.

The ancient Inca Empire was not only great in terms of administration but also in terms of art. Often called Quilca, a term used to design pictograms and petroglyphs that illustrated the Andean worldview, those artistic expressions adorn today Rolando and Luis's newest creation. Crafted in Peru, this gorgeous ceramic decorative vase goes through a long process that ensures a high-quality piece. The final touch is in the hand-painted details made by the artisans, who use elegant shades of black, red, yellow and green to capture the Empire's magnificence in each geometric icon.

Crafted by hand of leather, this backpack from Peru is presented by Kathiana Quispe. It features a two-tone color scheme in black and crimson, decorated with embossed floral patterns and designs inspired by the history and culture of Cuzco. At the flap, two people walk with their llamas. On the body, the ancient city of Machu Picchu is depicted. Featuring two adjustable straps, the backpack opens with a buckle, revealing a simple, unlined interior with a drawstring at the top.