This small and stylish sling bag is designed by Nicaragua's Donald Flores, who takes his inspiration from pre-Colombian art. Artisans craft the bag from espresso-hued leather with cut-out accents in saffron. The sleek shoulder bag features a strap that is both adjustable and removable, so you can carry the bag as a clutch if desired. The interior has two open pockets to keep small items close at hand. Flores names his design after the madroño, the national tree of Nicaragua.
"I wanted my designs to have an artisanal technique and recruited artisans from Masaya — a magical place known for its crafts, especially its leatherwork."
Born in 1993, Donald Flores is a young Nicaraguan artisan who has worked to rescue traditional handmade techniques. "My idea of a perfect... read more