comfortable tops

Alfredo Falcon creates a reversible design for a ruana cloak in cool steel blue adorned with abstract florid arabesques. The cloak is knitted with a rich alpaca blend and closes with coconut shell buttons. A warm scarf ensures soft, stylish warmth.

Add a convenient touch to your days with a lovely creation in honor of the Karakalpak culture. Uzbekistani artisan Biybisara Qunnazarova works with cotton, wool and acrylic yarns to craft this gorgeous tote bag, whose open top and comfortable handles allow for handy use. As an enchanting touch, a geometric pattern of intense hues decorates the piece.

The Andes Traditions Association works with artisans of the region to create a stunning home accent handloomed from wool yarns. This pouf cover features a traditional Andean pattern in a palette of warm colors, all made from upcycled Andean fabrics. The threads are spun by hand and patiently woven on the backstrap loom. Cozy, comfortable and a homey addition to your home, the beautiful patterns add a warm touch of color and life to your space.

These pieces are never the same, as each pattern is unique and the final design is influenced by the cut that was made to this wonderful fabric. The predominant background cardinal red color will not vary.

A zippered opening lets you insert the filling (not included).

Sophisticated and durable, this tote will make the perfect shopping accessory. Ghanaian artisan Mariama Bukari handcrafts this tote out of polypropylene cord, woven in two bold blocks of color--honey gold on the bottom and black on top. The wood circular handles are both fashionable and comfortable. The tote has one roomy compartment lined in yellow nylon and secured with a magnetic snap, and can accommodate a fifteen-inch laptop.

Braided knit accents decorate the elegant v-neckline that crowns Pia Zavala's newest design. Made with a soft combination of alpaca, acrylic and wool yarns, this graceful grey pullover captures Peru's sophistication in the motifs adorning its comfortable style, whose long sleeves and ribbed cuffs allow for a cozy sensation perfect for a winter outing.