handmade

The perfect accessory for a midday picnic, this basket-style shoulder bag is woven by hand. Claudia Hernandez creates the handbag for all who enjoy the outdoors. Colorful, patterned stripes encircle the navy blue body, and the lid opens to a roomy, unlined interior.

Sompong of Thailand transmits unique and fashionable vibes through Mother Nature's creation. Working with natural bulrush reeds, the artisan handweaves this bold clutch in a palette of blue and red hues for a captivating look. The piece, displaying a geometric pattern, is accented with a zipper closure that ensures the bag's lined interior stays secure.

Perfect for an impromptu picnic, a trip to the farmer's market or a visit to the library, this cool tote is the original creation of the Ciudad Bolivar artisans in Colombia. They weave the turquoise, yellow and black bag from recycled strips of PET polyethylene, adding a flap and straps of brown faux leather and gold-toned hardware.

Nuse, meaning “strength” in the Ewe language, describes the spirit of Mary Dzidzienyo, the talented Ghanaian artisan and author of this stunning design. Ideal for the modern souls, this cotton hobo bag features a batik design in a palette of cyan, boysenberry and white hues, creating a splatter pattern for a vivacious look. On top of that, and as an eco-friendly accent, the accessory comes with recycled plastic beaded handles that add uniqueness to the piece, equipped with a linen lining.

This enchanting tank tunic dress beautifully brings together elements from nature fashioned through handmade batik techniques. Balinese artisan Desak Nyoman Parwati’s chic design is also eco-friendly, as it is crafted from leftover rayon textiles that otherwise would have been discarded, thus reducing waste. The fashionable patchwork dress boasts colorful vine, leaf and dragonfly motifs in a vibrant palette of azure, teal, chartreuse, white and wisteria shades. With a flowy, relaxed fit and side seasm pockets, it's a perfect throw-on-and-go style for the season. Motif's and color placement may vary slightly due to the upcycled nature of this style.