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Men's Cotton
535 items
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Tailored Appeal, Men's Short-Sleeve Cotton and Linen Blend Collared Shirt
Ajay Kapoor
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Subtle Nature, Set of 3 Artisan Crafted Neutral Hemp and Cotton Face Masks
Jamriang
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Stylish Staple in Earth, Men's Striped Carob Brown and White Cotton Collared Shirt
Jamriang
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Stylish Staple in Blue, Men's Striped Blue and White Cotton Collared Shirt
Jamriang
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Handsome Devil in Beige, Men's Embroidered Cotton Twill Pants from India
Size: S,M,L,XL,XXL
Karan Singh
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Handsome Devil in Dark Green, Men's Dark Green Cotton Twill Pants
Size: S,M,L,XL,XXL
Karan Singh
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Gallant Indigo, Men's Indigo Cotton Sweater with a Unique Pattern from India
Mukesh Kumar
$67.99 Wholesale$99.95$67.99 -
Sunset Stripes, Men's Block-Printed Striped Cotton Shirt
Size: S,M,L,XL,XXL
Karan Singh
$37.50 Wholesale$59.95$37.50 -
Spring Cool in Sand, Linen-Blend Cargo Shorts with Drawstring
Size: S,M,L,XL,XXL
Karan Singh
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Green Nights, Men's Green-Toned Trellis Patterned Cotton Pajama Set
Aftab
$34.50 Wholesale$59.95$34.50 -
Hook Me Up, Handcrafted Cow Bone Pendant Necklace
Length: 18"
Andi Rachmansyah
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Environmental Steps, Light Grey 100% Recycled Yarn Pants with Elastic Waistband
Jamriang
$69.99 Wholesale$89.95$69.99 -
Checkered Seigneur, Checkered Pattern White and Black 100% Cotton Shirt for Men
Ritu Agnihotri
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Island Inspiration, Men's Palm-Patterned Dark Grey and Green Batik Cotton Shirt
Ketut Suwitra
$99.95 Wholesale$99.95 -
Whale Tail, Handcrafted Cow Bone Pendant Necklace
Length: 18"
Andi Rachmansyah
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Stylish Staple in Fern, Men's Striped Soft Green and White Cotton Collared Shirt
Jamriang
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Audacious Swing, Handwoven Red and Ivory Cotton Macrame Hanging Shelf
Sandeep Malhotra
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Washed Laurel, Woven Men's 100% Cotton Pants Dyed in a Laurel Green Hue
Antonio Cajahuanca
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Village Huts, Men's Batik Linen and Cotton Blend Shirt from Java
Size: S,M,L,XL,XXL
Rudi Wijoyo
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Jungle Dream, Palm-Themed Cerulean and Guava Batik Cotton Shirt for Men
Ketut Suwitra
$87.99 Wholesale$87.99 -
Twin Dolphins, Carved Cow Bone Dolphin Themed Pendant Necklace
Length: 16.5"
Andi Rachmansyah
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White Ferns, Men's Black and White Batik Cotton Shirt with Fern Patterns
Ketut Suwitra
$87.99 Wholesale$87.99 -
Breezy Day in Indigo, Men's Indigo Cotton Twill Jacket from India
Size: S,M,L,XL,XXL
Karan Singh
$30 Wholesale$59.99$30 -
Blue Fireworks, Men's Blue Green Cotton Shirt with Abstract Batik Patterns
Ketut Suwitra
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Peruvian Zigzag, Men's Navy and Ecru Cotton Sweater with Zigzag Design
Siza: S,M,L,XL,XXL
Marita Cornejo
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Weekend Casual, Cotton Handcrafted Thai Face Masks (Set of 4--2 L/ 2 SM)
Jamriang
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Gallant Green, Men's Green Cotton Sweater with a Unique Pattern from India
Mukesh Kumar
$89.99 Wholesale$89.99 -
Greenery Memories, Leaf-Patterned Batik Short-Sleeved 100% Cotton Shirt for Men
Ketut Suwitra
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Charcoal Spark, Men's Zippered Grey Cotton Sweater
Size: S,M,L,XL,XXL
Vandana Gambhir
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Handsome Stripes, Men's Block-Printed Cotton Shirt Crafted in India
Size: M,L,XL
Aftab
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Ocean Majesty, Men's Turtle-Themed Cotton Batik Shirt Handcrafted in Bali
Saktut Raitawati
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Casual Flair in Grey, Men's Long-Sleeved Over-Dyed Cotton Blend Shirt in Grey
Ajay Kapoor
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Fireworks, Men's Batik Cotton Shirt with Abstract Fireworks Patterns
Ketut Suwitra
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Today's Styles, 3 Handcrafted Thai Cotton Filter Pocket Adult Face Masks
Jamriang
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Zigzag Brocade, 2 Handwoven Cotton Masks in Green Brocades & Solid Brown
Emma Gutierrez
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Seat of the King, African Kente Cloth Cotton Fiazikpui Scarf (1 Strip)
Gobah Tengey-Seddoh
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Forest Pebbles, Verdant Hand-Printed Cotton Pants from Bali
Size: S,M,L,XL
Saktut Raitawati
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Ivory Appeal, Pair of Tattersall Ivory Cotton Blend Cushion Covers
Sandeep Malhotra
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Traditional Elegance, Men's Long-Sleeve Block-Printed Shirt from India
Size: S,M,L,XL,XXL
Aftab
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Pretty Prints and Paisley, 3 Contoured Blue & Grey Print Double Cotton Masks
Ully
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Stripes of Elegance, Set of 3 Teal, Red and Yellow Striped Cotton Dish Towels
Indu and Chitra
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Leafy Delight, Men's Short-Sleeve Cotton Shirt with Leaf Motif
Size: S,M,L,XL,XXL
Aftab
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Comfort in Sage, Men's Andean Cotton Blend Pullover Sweater in Green
Size: S,M,L,XL,XXL
Maritza Oviedo
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Be Kind, Heather Raspberry Unisex T-Shirt Super-Soft Cotton/Poly
Upworthy Gear
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Tattersall Blue, Tattersall-Patterned Blue and Ivory 100% Cotton Throw
Sandeep Malhotra
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Tropical Vacation, Men's Palm Tree-Patterned Cotton Shirt
Size: S,M,L,XL,XXL
Dani Paraswati
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Azure Waves, Blue Cotton Travel Case with Hand-Block Printed Wavy Pattern
Aishwarya Jhawar
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Elegant Versatility, Hand-Woven Coin Purse with Guatemalan Cotton Textile
Patricia Xon
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This Too, Heather Navy Unisex Sueded Jersey T-Shirt Cotton-Poly
Upworthy Gear
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Ecology Class, 100% Recycled Yarn Pullover Sweatshirt in Grey
Jamriang
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Bold Diamonds, Block-Printed Men's Cotton Shirt from India
Size: M,L,XL,XXL
Aftab
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Borneo Slate, Men's Green and Black Short Sleeves Cotton Batik Shirt
Saktut Raitawati
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India's Morning Challenge, Embroidered White Cotton Chopad Game with Classic Details
Asha Prabha
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Warrior of the Sea, Hand-Carved Seahorse-Themed Cotton Cord Pendant Necklace
Made Wardika
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Blue Waves, Hand Stamped Batik Accents on White Cotton Shirt For Men
Size: S,M,L
Agus Suryanto
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Mahadev's Memoirs, Handmade Paper Journal with Printed Hard Cover and 72 Pages
Asha Prabha
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Shiva's Eye, Handmade Paper Journal with 72 Pages and Printed Cover
Asha Prabha
$29.99 Wholesale$29.99
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Global artisans use all sorts of materials in their handcrafted jewelry for men. In the Andes, sterling silver, leather, and combinations of natural stones are frequently used. In Bali, silver, gold, bone, wood, brass, and stainless copper adorn handmade jewelry. In West Africa, men's jewelry honors the cow, where bone and horns are incorporated into unique pieces.
Traditional artisans handcraft jewelry using the techniques and materials of their ancestors. In Indonesia, the most common mens bracelet is made from Akar Baharnatural, or black, coral. In the Andes, sterling silver, leather, waxed cotton threads, or natural stones adorn handmade jewelry. In Central America, the list includes: gold, brass, cord, wood, or glass. West Africa also makes use of these materials, plus wooden beads. And India incorporates gemstones into its rich history of jewelry.
Since time immemorial, jewelry has been used as a personal ornament, religious signification, or tastes in fashion. Today's handcrafted artisan jewelry is no different. In West Africa, leather is prized by certain tribes and connotes a connection to culture. In Indonesia, black coral, or Akar Bahar, is believed to protect the wearer from witchcraft and evil, and so it is used in many jewelry items for men. In Peru, leaders adorned themselves with garments that were exclusive to their rank, so men's jewelry not only indicated their function, but was also steeped in iconography, religious code, and emblems of power and prestige. In India, artisan jewelry incorporates the motifs of Om, a spiritual symbol signifying the essence of consciousness, and Lord Ganesha, the god of beginnings who is honored at the start of rites and ceremonies. Today, artisans working in these classical styles preserve the heritage that was passed down to them over time.
To understand the significance of traditional, handcrafted men's rings, we need to talk about stones. All over the world, stones reveal deep cultural connections to the land, belief systems, and aspirations. In Peru, artisan jewelry makes use of chrysocolla (also known as "Peruvian turquoise"), which was used by the Incas as an inlay in their goldwork. They believed it calmed their emotions and strengthened their immune defenses because it had medicinal powers. In Bali, kecubung (Amethyst) is incorporated into handmade rings because it brings peace to those who wear it. Kalimaya (Opal) is believed to stabilize the mental well-being of the wearer. In Guatemala, jade is the stone of choice, as the Mayans attributed special powers to it, believing it symbolized life, fertility, and power. In India, onyx is a stone of vigor and stamina, which strengthens self-confidence, banishes grief, and stimulates wise decision-making. Lapis lazuli relieves anger and negative thoughts and eases frustrations. Tigers eye stone aids harmony and balance and helps release fear and anxiety. The list of unique stones is as long as the master craftspeople who use them in their traditional jewelry.
From wedding rings to religious symbols, men's rings have carried tremendous significance throughout history. In West Africa, rings were originally used to represent God's unmatched power and the authority of mankind on earth. In India, handcrafted rings have been used to symbolize everything from devotion and fidelity to eternity and belief in a deity. Today, like in many cultures, Indian rings represent love, engagement and marriage. Pre-Hispanic cultures in Central America and South America used handmade jewelry to denote social position, rank, as well as personal adornment. Metal, bone, shell, and stoneparticularly jadewere chosen for beauty and durability. Even the choice of metal has meaning in particular cultures. The Incas, for example, believed that gold was a sacred metal sent by the sun god, Inti, and all mines belonged to the emperor, who protected his metals with great zeal.
Men have worn rings since ancient times as a personal ornament, a sign of social position, official rank, or a symbol of religious beliefs. Handmade jewelry may reflect changes in fashion, but it remains rooted in the history and culture of a people and place. Each unique ring reveals the artistic sensibility of its maker, yet certain symbols and motifs appear frequently. In India, the Om motif has special cultural significance as a sacred spiritual symbol. It signifies ultimate reality, or consciousness. In Bali, the Om Kara, or Ongkara, represents five elements: wind, fire, ether, water, air, and earth, which correspond to different aspects of the human body. Religion and mythology are also manifest in traditional jewelry. Lord Ganesha, one of the most worshipped deities in the Hindu pantheon, is revered as the remover of obstacles, the patron of arts and sciences, and the god of intellect and wisdom. In Bali, Barong is a lion-like mythical creature that symbolizes victory and spiritual protection. These symbols and others can be found on handmade rings from around the world and are ways of honoring history, culture, and spirituality.
More than a mere fashion statement, men's jewelry, including bracelets, have been worn throughout history to communicate cultural, religious, and social beliefs. Prehistoric man adorned his wrists with bones and shells to ward off evil spirits. Wealthy men wore bracelets made of gold and silver to display their power and status. Bracelets evolved over time from good luck charms to status symbols to modern style accessories. All the while, they pick up and preserve meaning from the past. In Peru, gold and silver bracelets were meant to complement each other symbolically. Gold represented the sun, the day, and the masculine. Silver represented the moon, the night, and the feminine. These two bright, powerful metals held one another in balance. In Central America, natural materials decorated men's jewelry to signify a connection to place. Metals, bone, shells, bird feathers (especially the beautiful quetzal bird), and carved stones (particularly jade for its power of fertility and life) protected and decorated the wearer.
Handcrafted mens jewelry captures our undying passion for symbols and meaning through a variety of designs, emblems, and carvings. In ancient Peru, men wore necklaces adorned with pendants of human, animal, and divine characters. A common symbol that has withstood the test of time is the Andean Chakana, or the staggered cross, that attests to the relationship between humankind and the cosmos. In Bali, mens jewelry integrated the cross, the sign of freedom, and Ongkara symbol for oneness and spirituality. In Central America, carved glyphs were commonly used. Animal figures and bird feathers (like the quetzal and macaw) had special significance, as did natural stones. In India, Om and Ganesha symbols are used for protection, prosperity and purity. In West Africa, Gye nyame, symbolizing Gods deep power and infinite knowledge, is still used on necklaces.
There is no right way to wear mens rings. Right hand, left hand, ring finger or thumb, where you place your ring is as much a matter of preference and comfort as it is style. Besides the common ring finger to signify love or marriage, other fingers of note are the index finger, which symbolizes power, leadership, and authority in some cultures, and the thumb, which can signify wealth. Wherever you choose to don it, a handmade ring should be as unique as the man who wears it.
The materials that comprise handmade artisan necklaces are as varied as the makers themselves. Craftspeople all over the world use metals, like sterling silver, gold, copper and brass, to perfect their designs. Cotton or nylon cord and leather are also common materials used in traditional mens jewelry. Wooden beads, cow bones, coconut shells, bamboo, and gemstones all adorn mens necklaces from across the globe.
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Dianna
Mar 21, 2017
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Crafted on both sides and absolutely beautiful. I also love the cord. You can wear it low or high. One of the best buys on Novica. Thank you.
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These are some of my family’s favorite face masks. We purchased four sets of face masks from this maker. The small ones are great for kids.
Jayne
Apr 19, 2020
My husband loves these
My hubby bought a pair of similar pant in Bali 3 years ago. He?s wished every day since that he had more. Now he does. Just wish there were more patterns and colors. !
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