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This glorious sweater coat is designed by Peru's Daphne Scapa, who works with a blend of organic Peruvian cotton and soft baby alpaca fibers in navy and white to create it. The generously-sized sweater features a wide shawl collar, wide cuffs, and a long self belt, all knit in a classic seed stitch. The versatile and comfortable jacket will quickly become a familiar favorite in your closet.

Boucle yarn in a rich alpaca wool blend becomes a trendy men's sweater from the Orkocraft Artisan Association. Soft fleece in natural tones of ivory and gray combine with beige in this handsome turtleneck. Stripes flow across the chest and sleeves.

Intricate geometric motifs come to life in radiant colors derived from natural dyes. Artisans of the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco work with ancestral techniques to create fashion for today and always. This elegant ruana cape is woven by hand of fine alpaca wool, prized by the ancient Inca for its lightweight warmth. The cloak of many colors includes red, goldenrod yellow, fuchsia and orange, among others.

The community raises and cares for its own alpacas. The fleece is washed, carded and spun by hand using a pushka, or drop spindle. The dyes come from plants, nuts and tree bark. The next step is one of the most important, as the artisan prepares the warp, or vertical threads for the backstrap loom. This determines the size of the textile, the color combinations, and the patterns that will be woven.

The intensity of color can vary depending on the hardness of the water, the altitude and the local dye sources, making each textile a unique piece of handcrafted art.

By Waldo Berrios, this beautiful poncho is colorful and feminine. Beige and brown foliage is crowned by a snug turtleneck. Both the collar and the hem feature a flirty crocheted lace in beige. The Peruvian designer works in a cozy blend of alpaca wool, renowned for its lightweight warmth.

Golden leaves drift in a sky of red and orange, their luminous images evoking autumn splendor. Desak Nyoman Parwati celebrates their joy in an intricate batik design. She crafts this robe with a flattering front-wrap style, wide sleeves and matching belt for leisure beauty.

This handpainted batik robe is a truly original work of art. Sunlight, water, dye and temperature all factor into the look of the finished robe. This should be considered a unique design made especially for you. Colors and pattern placement will vary.

Intricate patterns adorn this exceptional blue and grey shawl, creating a visual rhythm that draws the eye and complements any ensemble. The thoughtfully balanced wool-silk blend delivers a sublime tactile experience—warm yet breathable, substantial yet flowing with a graceful drape. Created by Indian artisan Shuja Ahmed, this gorgeous wrap offers practical versatility that transcends seasons and occasions.