lightweight ruana

Alfredo Falcon of Peru designs this striped knit ruana with bold colors and a mixture of geometric motifs. A touch of baby alpaca adds to the ruana's warmth and feel. Lightweight, the ruana makes a wonderful layering piece.

Alfredo Falcon learned the craft of weaving from his parents, who learned from their parents before them. He says, “We have been a family devoted to the world of textiles for generations. I use modern colors, but I remain true to Incan and colonial motifs.”

Alfredo Falcon of Peru designs this striped acrylic kimono-style ruana with bold colors and a mixture of geometric motifs. A touch of baby alpaca, the fine fleece from the season's first shearing, adds to the ruana's warmth and feel. Coconut shell buttons define a sleeve when buttoned. Lightweight, the ruana makes a wonderful layering piece.

Alfredo Falcon learned the craft of weaving from his parents, who learned from their parents before them. He says, “We have been a family devoted to the world of textiles for generations. I use modern colors but I remain true to Incan and colonial motifs.”

Remarkably lightweight and warm, this splendid ruana by Peru’s Stefano Basso will add a touch of sophistication to your look. Crafted from soft baby alpaca, its stunning combination of brown, grey and ivory hues is elegantly enhanced by the exquisite stripes, rich brown suede trim and delicate fringe.

Soft, warm and lightweight, this 100% baby alpaca ruana is trimmed in brown suede and finished with a delicate fringewill be your go-to layer for chilly days. The openfrontgarment designed by Peru’s Stefano Basso features wide swathes of tan, gold, indigo and grey, reminiscent of the subtle colors of nature during the changing seasons.

Experience unparalleled comfort and style with this exquisite ruana woven from 100% baby alpaca. Peruvian artisan Stefano Basso’s lightweight yet warm garment boasts an elegant eggplant background adorned with striking cerulean and white stripes. The suede trim and delicate fringe add a touch of sophistication, making it the perfect versatile accessory for your winter wardrobe.

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.

In flame, chili, emerald, and various other hues, checked patterns decorate this luxurious ruana from Peru. From Nataly and Alberto, this wrap is woven from exquisitely soft 100% baby alpaca yarns, finished at the ends with fringe. Baby alpaca refers to the fine fleece from the season's first shearing.