comfy sweaters

Artisan Ana Fernandez of Peru designs this men's long-sleeve pullover sweater made from luxuriously soft 100% alpaca wool with a quarter-zip collar. In varying shades of brown, the sweater features stripes in the background and a vertical wave pattern in the foreground.

About her designs, the artisan says, “For me, designing is a fusion of ideas. I blend fashion trends with my own favorite sources of inspiration, which are Victorian textiles and our Peruvian culture. I love designing apparel of alpaca wool and cotton because this really makes a contribution to society. It lets me give jobs to local people, especially women who want to get ahead and move to central Peru seeking a better future.”

Add a splash of adventure to your everyday look with this comfy zip-front hoodie. Ricardo and Cesar combine a hood with a turtleneck for maximum coverage and warmth, and add a pouch front pocket perfect for tucking in your hands or your cellphone. A geometric pattern in contrasting white, crimson, and blue runs across the chest and the upper arms while a more discreet version of it decorates the cuffs and hem.

Ricardo and Cesar were brought together by their love of knitting and textiles. They combine traditional designs with modern techniques to create everyday contemporary apparel and accessories.

Artisan Ana Fernandez of Peru designs this men's long-sleeve pullover sweater made from luxuriously soft 100% alpaca wool. In shades of brown and grey, the striped sweater features a variety of geometric patterns inspired by traditional motifs.

About her designs, the artisan says, “For me, designing is a fusion of ideas. I blend fashion trends with my own favorite sources of inspiration, which are Victorian textiles and our Peruvian culture. I love designing apparel of alpaca wool and cotton because this really makes a contribution to society. It lets me give jobs to local people, especially women who want to get ahead and move to central Peru seeking a better future.”

Artisan Tomas Sota loves sharing his alpaca designs because he feels that it is like sharing a piece of his Peruvian homeland. This beautiful caramel brown coat is crafted from a blend of wool and baby alpaca, the finest, softest fleece from the season's first shearing. It will keep you cozy and warm, while the open front design makes for easy on-and-off when you are on the go. The satiny lining is a complementary golden brown shade.

Add a splash of adventure to your everyday look with this comfy zip-front hoodie. Ricardo and Cesar combine a hood with a turtleneck for maximum coverage and warmth, and add a pouch front pocket perfect for tucking in your hands or your cellphone. A geometric pattern in contrasting white, crimson, and blue runs across the chest and the upper arms while a more discreet version of it decorates the cuffs and hem.

Ricardo and Cesar were brought together by their love of knitting and textiles. They combine traditional designs with modern techniques to create everyday contemporary apparel and accessories.