shoulder purses

This red sling bag captures the creative flair of the Karen hill tribe in every stripe and tassel. Handwoven from cotton, its bright colors and playful details make it more than an accessory—it’s a little burst of joy for any ensemble. Thai Tribal Crafts presents this irresistible piece that turns ordinary outfits into fashion statements.

A symbol of old Siam, elephants are a favorite in Thailand. This cheerful pachyderm is intended to bring good luck. Painted by hand, it adorns a generous front pocket on a cotton sling tote. By Jiap Rojjana, the bag is fully lined and an inner pocket with zipper keeps small items handy. Both the outer pocket and the purse close with coconut shell buttons.

Because each is an individual work of embroidery art, colors and motifs may vary slightly according to the artisan's inspiration.

Spend your next day out with this delightful tote from Guatemala. By Claudia Hernandez, the eco-friendly handbag is handwoven of bright strawberry red and cornsilk cords. The purse opens with a button to a single-compartment interior.

Embossed by hand, a llama centers this red and black suede sling from Peru. Kathiana Quispe crafts a handbag of stunning beauty. It drapes over the shoulder on an adjustable strap. An outer pocket zips closed and the single inner pocket is lined in black.