the protector

Made entirely by hand, this beautiful contemporary bag showcases the ancestral weaving traditions preserved by the women artisans of the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco. The compact purse exemplifies the incredible time and dedication it takes to produce a handmade work of art. In the highlands they call home, before they can begin to weave the fabric for the bag, the women must first raise and shear the alpacas and llamas to obtain the wool, then dye and spin the fleece before it is ready to be woven into fabric on a traditional backstrap loom. From start to finish, the time taken to produce each bag spans the seasons. The fully-lined bag closes with a zipper and features an interior zipper pocket.

Classic and bathed in the nocturnal colors of Guatemala's tropical landscapes, this leather-accented sling bag visits you with the characteristic glamour of the Life and Hope Women's Association. The design, woven from refined cotton in vibrant hues, displays a chic striped pattern completed by an adjustable strap. A magnetic closure on the flap protects the interior, which is lined and enhanced with a zipper pocket.

Classic and bathed in the warm colors of Guatemala's autumn landscapes, this leather-accented sling bag visits you with the characteristic style of the Life and Hope Women's Association. The design, woven from refined cotton in vibrant hues, displays a stylish striped pattern completed by an adjustable strap. A magnetic closure on the flap protects the interior, which is lined and enhanced with a zipper pocket.

This sleek black sling bag transforms discarded vinyl cords into something unexpectedly sophisticated, proving that sustainable fashion doesn't have to sacrifice style. The striking diamond motif adorning the front creates visual texture while a secure button closure protects your essentials in the single compartment within. Created by Guatemalan artisan Claudia Hernandez, this handwoven accessory combines practical functionality with environmental consciousness in a compact, versatile design.

Add the green color of the sylvan spirit to your adventures with this sling bag, made for an intrepid heart. Armenia's Mihran Poghosyan works with high-quality leather to create this practical piece, whose belt buckle closure protects a front pocket, a generous main compartment, and an interior slot. Accented with a back pocket, the bag also boasts an adjustable strap that can be removed.