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The ancient Inca empire considered its textiles the most valuable treasures in the nation, creating a long lineageof artisans specialized in transforming yarns intoworks of art. Part of this tradition, Peruvian artisanLiceth Principe shows her talent in a cozy cardigandepicting classic Inca motifs in shades of blue. Featuring a longer fit, crew neckline, and a covered buttons down the front placket.

Featuring kimono-style sleeves, this splendid V-neck sweater is a comfortable, soft and warm accessory for winter knitted from an alpaca, wool and acrylic blend. With colorful stripes and geometric patterns where black, oyster, ruby, purple, camel and cerulean stand out, the lovely sweater is designed by artisan Alfredo Falcon in Peru and will be a wonderful addition to your closet.

Guatemala's Luisa Villavicencio designs an elegant long-sleeved sweater that is knit with the cotton harvested at her family's farm. Featuring natural ivory and Wedgwood blue horizontal stripes, the sweater is also knit with recycled denim fibers. Villavicencio says, "I designed this sweater considering the desires of today's women to dress in casual elegance."

Bring on those 70s vibes. Violeta Pacheco designs this lightweight cardigan with warm summer nights in mind using a soft and breathable cotton blend. A feminine peach and indigo stripe pattern runs across the chest and both sleeves. Try it tucked into high-waisted jeans or an a-line skirt for a cool, retro-inspired look.

Violeta Pacheco fell into the textile arts after working as an assistant for a well-known craftsman in Lima. After saving enough money to purchase her own knitting machines, she decided to take the leap into creating her own line of designs.

Bold, modern and endlessly wearable, this eye-catching pullover sweater brings together vibrant Andean color and contemporary comfort. Crafted from a luxurious blend of alpaca and polyamide, Peruvian artisan Ana Fernandez’s design offers warmth without weight and texture without bulk. With a boxy silhouette and a relaxed fit, it features lively shades that pop against its fuchsia background. Finished with ribbed details at the neckline, cuffs and hem, this statement sweater pairs easily with jeans, skirts and anything you can think of.