ski sweaters

A pretty palette of vermilion, with white and blue accents forms this stylish winter sweater designed by Peruvian artisan Cristina Villalobos. Using recycled polyester and cotton yarns, traditional Andean patterns along withclassic ski sweater motifs add uniqueness to the crew neck design.

This artsy cardigan is the perfect statement piece. Patricia Lopez knits it from grey cotton with an abstract jacquard pattern in punchy red and beige tones. Try it out with jeans or paired with a smart skirt.

The Andean artisan worked for years as an industrial engineer before throwing in the towel to follow her passion for traditional Peruvian textiles and fashion. She runs a workshop in the capital city of Lima where she creates apparel and accessories that mix traditional and contemporary techniques and designs.

Crafted from soft cotton, this pointelle knit sweater is a season-spanning delight. Patricia Lopez in Peru designs the sweater in a colorful melange of ivory, strawberry, pastel blue and teal. Rib-knit trim finishes the rounded necklace, hem and cuffs.

Cristina Villalobos designs fashion while going to school and taking care of her young child. Her work is inspired by styles from previous decades as well as the culture of her native Peru. Both appear in this multicolored geometric-patterned crew-neck sweater made from an eco-friendly recycled polyester and cotton blend.

This preppy twist on classic plaid skirt will look fantastic with lady-like heels and even cooler with a pair of grungy combat boots. Cristina Villalobos designs it in a maxi length with a side slit in a pink, light blue, and navy plaid pattern. Pair it with a simple tank top for summer or a warm turtleneck sweater and tights for winter. The cool cotton blend knit makes it a great pick for travel.

Cristina's work draws inspiration from traditional Peruvian techniques and materials, contemporary styles, and retro glamour. She is currently juggling working as a designer with finishing school and raising her son.