Leather and cotton handbag, 'Natural Rhythm' (Thailand)Thailand's legendary textile artistry comes to life in this elegant handbag from Chirada. Colorful patterns hand-embroidered in cotton recall the uniqueness of hill tribe artistry. They are sewn over hemp creating two practical pockets. Inside, the bag is lined in cotton and features three pockets, one with a zipper. |
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Leather handbag, 'Cream Chocolate' (Indonesia)Nanan combines his alluring sense of style with the rigors of modern-day lifestyles in the design of this handbag. It is tooled of fine leather featuring contrasting shades of cream and brown under the spell of aesthetic minimalism. The practical bag features two internal pockets and closes with a cord.. |
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Cotton tote handbag, 'Whispering Pine' (Guatemala)Cheerful shades of green evoke pine trees that sigh in the wind. A creation of women from Aj Quen, this beautiful handbag is crafted of handloomed cotton. The versatile tote is fully lined and features two inner pockets, one for a cell phone.. |
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Cotton tote handbag, 'White Sand' (Guatemala)This generous tote handbag in white, black and beige is crafted of handloomed cotton. Fully lined, the purse opens to reveal an inner pocket that zips closed. This collection is inspired by the beach. We want women to carry everything they need in our bags, Women United for Artisan Development explain. |
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Leather accent baguette handbag, 'Mandarin Green' (Thailand)From Thailand's Chirada, this handbag features lavish machine embroidery in shades of green and brown on black. The motifs are inspired by ancient Mandarin art. Trimmed with brown leather, the trendy baguette handbag is lined in dark brown cotton. It features three inner pockets, one with a zipper, and two open external pockets. |
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Cotton tote handbag, 'Sand and Sea' (Guatemala)This generous tote handbag in blue, white and brown is crafted of handloomed cotton with narrow black pinstripes. Fully lined, the purse opens to reveal an inner pocket that zips closed. This collection is inspired by the beach. We want women to carry everything they need in our bags, Women United for Artisan Development explain. |
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Jute handbag, 'Titicaca' (Peru)Compact, casual and very chic, this petite handbag combines natural jute in blue, violet and ivory. Doris Moya knits the bag by hand. Fully lined, it zips closed.. |
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Leather handbag, 'White Sophistication' (Indonesia)The sophisticated elegance of this handbag mirrors Nanan's original creativity. He tools the bag from fine leather in contrasting hues. The bag closes with a flirty leather lace.. |
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Leather and cotton handbag, 'Chocolate Brown' (Thailand)Designer Chirada transforms classic Thai textile patterns woven or embroidered in cotton into the practical pockets of this trendy handbag. Sewn of hemp, the bag is lined in cotton and features three pockets, one with a zipper. The handles are tooled of fine leather featuring braided accents. Closing with a zipper, the bag is embellished with colorful mango wood beads. |
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Cotton handbag, 'Lion Guardian' (Thailand)Beautifully embroidered by hand, Singha the lion glows on a rich brown background. In Thailand the singh or singha have long been considered temple guardians but their highest mission is protecting the sacred Buddhist teachings. Jakkarin Yakhet and his wife depict the traditional image on a cotton handbag with a convenient inner pocket.. |
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Leather accent cotton handbag, 'Naga Midnight' (Thailand)Woven by hand, beautiful textiles attest to the skill of Naga women, a tribal people from northeastern India and parts of Burma. The weavings are incorporated in this lovely bohemian black handbag from Chirada. Brown leather forms the straps and reinforces the bottom while red, white, purple, yellow and blue define the motifs. Inside, the bag is lined in brown faux suede fabric and features three inner pockets, one with a zipper. |
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Leather accent cotton handbag, 'Black Thai Chic' (Thailand)Chirada presents a uniquely versatile handbag with two outer pockets and three inside, one with a zipper. The cotton bag features colorful hand embroidery and braided leather straps. Beads of mango wood and glass complete the design. Because handcrafted fabrics are used, patterns, colors and their placement can vary slightly but the overall effect will be quite similar. |
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Leather handbag, 'Golden Days' (Mexico)Fine Mexican leather in honeyed tones becomes a purse in Ricardo Hinojosa's hands. Featuring braided handles and antique style hardware, this charming handbag has two lateral pouches that snap closed. Inside, two roomy compartments keep things organized. Pockets for iPod and cell phone and a zippered pocket complete a versatile design. |
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Leather handbag, 'Urban Safari in Yellow' (Indonesia)Nanan's trendy design exudes urban chic with a touch of safari vogue. The leather bag is tooled by hand featuring contrasting panels. These are placed on the top or the bottom of either side. Sturdy handles in the same shade complete the bag's refined allure. |
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Leather handbag, 'Chic Chocolate' (Peru)Chic in chocolate brown, this handbag makes for a unique accessory. It is designed by Rosario Pazel and tooled of quality leather. The bag's ample interior is lined and features a practical pocket.. |
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Leather handbag, 'Andean Chic' (Peru)Arturo Martinez designs a trendy tote that is filled with Andean chic. Tooled of fine leather in rich brown, it is adorned with brass studs featuring an aged appearance. The handbag features an external pocket and two more in the lined interior.. |
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Leather hobo handbag, 'Capitalina' (Mexico)By Ricardo Hinojosa, this stylish handbag is crafted of supple black leather. An outer pocket buckles closed, while the fully lined purse features three inner pockets, one with a zipper... |
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Alpaca handbag, 'Marshmallow Pink' (Peru)Sweet shades of pink color this handbag with sophisticated tenderness. Peru's Yurivilca Family weaves the bag on a traditional handloom from a rich alpaca wool blend. Fully lined, the bag has a handy interior pocket.. |
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Buriti palm clutch handbag, 'Tropical Chic' (Brazil)Carlos Paiva evokes the tropics with this beautiful handbag design. Crafted of fabric in vibrant colors, it features accents of handwoven buriti palm. A decorative ring of jatoba wood adorns the flap, and the clutch purse is fully lined.. |
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Cotton handbag, 'Pretty Posy' (Thailand)Centered by an applique flower, this charming tote is roomy and versatile. Krittiya's design transforms mohom, a traditional Thai cloth dyed with indigo, into a handbag. The purse is fully lined and features four inner pockets. Matching ties inside close the bag. |
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Hemp & cotton handbag, 'Innovations' (Thailand)By Chirada, this design masterfully combines past and present. Sleek leather handles that are braided at the start are trendy and chic, while hand-embroidered patterns recall Thai hill tribe artistry. The bag is sewn of hemp with a cotton lining and three internal pockets, one with a zipper. Two practical pockets on the exterior complete the versatile allure of this handbag, which is adorned with colorful mango wood beads. |
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Leather handbag, 'Basket of Dreams' (India)Weaving bands of black leather, Gulnaz designs a beautiful handbag that evokes a basket. The supple purse is fully lined in satin. Inside, a cell phone pouch and a zipper pocket keep essential items close at hand.. |
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Jute handbag, 'Orange Grove' (Peru)Compact, casual and very chic, this petite handbag combines natural jute in orange, green, brown and ivory. Doris Moya knits the bag by hand. Fully lined, it zips closed.. |
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Cotton handbag, 'Swirling Leaves' (Thailand)Leaves swirl in an autumnal breeze as they leave their prints on a black and white background. Thanyarat Sananpanich designs this original handbag featuring a purple lined interior. The florid cotton bag closes with a zipper.. |
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Silk handbag, 'Checkers' (Thailand)Red and black match their colorful allure in a design by Achara Plengsawang. The squares form a checkered board of intense elegance that is crowned with dark dang wood handles. The bag is sewn of silk, including the lining, and features a zip pocket inside.. |
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Leather handbag, 'Abstraction' (India)By Gulnaz, this modern tote contrasts metallic tan leather with coffee brown canvas. Abstract motifs are appliqued on front and back, and nickel plated studs protect the base. The handbag is fully lined and features an inner pocket that zips closed.. |
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Cotton tote handbag and change purse, 'Daisy Garden' (Thailand)From Keawpankanlaya, this elegant tote handbag features three outer pockets. Golden daisies burst into bloom, their exquisite petals woven by hand with the yok dok technique. Inside, the brown cotton purse has an open pocket. A detachable zipper change purse completes the chic ensemble. |
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Recycled vinyl record handbag, 'Samba Beat' (Brazil)Gueth Freitas designs an original handbag inspired by environmental consciousness. She crafts the bag by recycling vinyl records, which she paints differently on each side with nanquin ink. Since the bag is not lined, one can appreciate the classic tracks on the old records, one featuring the artist's signature. The sturdy strap can be adjusted to the desired length with brass fixtures. |
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Cotton tote handbag, 'Guatemala Warmth' (Guatemala)Beautifully woven on a backstrap loom, natural cotton becomes a generous tote. The warm mustard yellow is derived from Spanish tarragon leaves. Fully lined, the large, roomy handbag features two inner pockets, one with a zipper. The purse is the handiwork of the Community Association of Tzutujil Women. |
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Kente tote handbag, 'Ashanti Ocean' (Ghana)Alex Boakye transforms the millenary allure of kente cloth artistry into a fascinating handbag with rattan handles. Kente patterns in blue are woven by hand from a cotton and rayon blend. The lined interior has a zipper pocket.. |
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Cotton tote handbag and change purse, 'Golden Garden' (Thailand)From Keawpankanlaya, this elegant tote handbag features three outer pockets. Flowers bloom with golden glamour, their exquisite petals woven by hand with the yok dok technique. Inside, the black cotton purse has an inner pocket. A detachable zipper change purse completes the chic ensemble. |
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Wool handbag, 'Zapotec Orange' (Mexico)Geometric motifs in navy form bands on sunny orange wool. Alberto Ruiz weaves the fabric on a traditional handloom and transforms it into a stylish handbag. Braided handles complete the design. Because each bag is individually woven, measurements could vary +/- 2 inches (5 cm) . |
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Recycled cotton tote handbag, 'Eco-Garden' (India)Colorful flowers blossom on an exuberant cotton shoulder bag. Reclaiming discarded black Rexine and cotton fabric remnants, Vimlendu Kumar presents a delightful handbag. The handcrafted bag features an inner zipper pocket. Please note that the fabric comes from many sources, thus exact color, motifs, and location of the motifs may vary slightly. |
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Leather handbag, 'Black Sea' (India)Gentle waves wash across a sea of supple black leather. Distinguished by horseshoe loops that hold the handles, this generous handbag is designed by Gulnaz. Inside, a cell phone pouch and a zipper pocket keep things organized.. |
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Beaded handbag, 'Golden Radiance' (India)Chic and modern, this dazzling evening bag is Shikha Singh's creation. The elongated clutch is crafted of a metallic fabric covered with beads while the flap features with faceted beads, each one stitched by hand. An inner pocket completes the purse.. |
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Tote handbag, 'Festive India' (India)By Om Prakash, this multicolored tote showcases India's traditional block print art. Flowers and royal elephants alternate with bright sunshine motifs and the sacred Om symbol on the front. Flower, suns and paisley designs flourish on the back. Glittering zari embroidery trim completes the design. |
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Leather clutch handbag, 'Midnight Scarlet' (Indonesia)Scarlet lacings accentuate a sleek clutch handbag from Bali's Ayu Wardhani. Crafted of black leather, the purse is fully lined in brown and opens to reveal a zipper pocket for coins or keys... |
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Leather hobo handbag, 'Nocturnal Black' (Peru)Deep black as the night sky, this hobo purse is a creation of Peru's Arturo Martinez. It is softly shirred and includes a detachable shoulder strap for versatility and comfort. It is fully lined, and a convenient inner pocket zips closed.. |
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Cotton handbag, 'Floral Glory' (Thailand)Beautifully embroidered by hand, intricate flowers cover rich brown cotton. The image is derived from Thai hill tribe designs. Jakkarin Yakhet and his wife depict the symmetrical motifs on a cotton handbag with a convenient inner pocket.. |
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Leather handbag, 'Rugged Brown Chic' (Peru)Peruvian designer Rosario Pazel uncovers the secrets of refined elegance with the design of this handbag. It is tooled of quality leather, replicating the rugged textures of crocodile skin. The lined interior features a practical pocket, while the exterior fastens with a zip, as well as a flap with a magnetic button.. |
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Jute handbag, 'Pisco Vineyards' (Peru)Compact, casual and very chic, this petite handbag combines natural jute in purple and ivory. Doris Moya knits the bag by hand. Fully lined, it zips closed.. |
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Upcycled beaded flap handbag, 'Vibrant Dream' (India)Embroidered and embellished with sequins, this chic shoulder bag is crafted by hand. A vibrant patchwork of recycled fabrics brings bright color to an original design. From Vipin in India, the handbag opens to reveal a zipper pocket and hangs from a strap of golden zari yarn. Because the available recycled fabrics will vary, no two bags are ever identical. |
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Leather tote handbag, 'Think Big' (Mexico)This is a large bag with casual styling. It is easy to appreciate its design details due to the size, Mario Becerra says. Many of the details are done by hand. He works in leather, combining two shades of brown. |
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Soda pop-top handbag, 'Golden Power' (Brazil)Mastering the art of recycling, Neide Ambrosio designs a handbag filled with trendy elegance. It is crocheted by hand with aluminum soda pop-tops in golden trim. The lined interior features a practical zipper pocket. A belt and big buckle closes the bag. |
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Upcycled beaded flap handbag, 'Vibrant Splash' (India)Embroidered and embellished with sequins, this chic shoulder bag is crafted by hand. A vibrant patchwork of recycled fabrics brings bright color to this original design. From Vipin in India, the handbag opens to reveal a zipper pocket and hangs from a green strap. Because the available recycled fabrics will vary, no two bags are ever identical. |
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Cotton bowling handbag, 'Yom Shore' (Thailand)The florid shores of the Yom River bring their colors to this handbag by Anothai. The fabric is spun by hand and woven on traditional Thai handlooms. Fully lined with a polka dot print, the tote bag features an inner zipper pocket, a cell phone pouch and leather handles.. |
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Silk handbag, 'Lavender Bouquet' (Thailand)Sweet frangipanis blossom with naif elegance in a trendy design by Achara Plengsawang. The flowers are printed with silkscreen techniques over a purple background, creating a harmonious contrast with the dang wood handles. The lined interior features a zipper pocket, while the bag itself closes with a magnetic button.. |
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Leather handbag, 'Mint Surprise' (Indonesia)Nanan combines his alluring sense of style with the rigors of modern-day lifestyles in the design of this handbag. It is tooled of fine leather featuring contrasting shades of green and brown under the spell of esthetic minimalism. The practical bag features two internal pockets and closes with a cord.. |
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Wool tote handbag, 'Miraflores Miss' (Peru)Night's black sky gives way to dawn clouds of pink and purple. Artisans from the Flowers of the Andes Association craft a handbag for today's fashions. Flowing diagonally across a chic hobo tote, bands of color set this handbag apart. The fabric is woven by hand and a crocheted flower adds a touch of femininity. |
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Leather tote handbag, 'Gray Bangkok Chic' (Thailand)Shaped like a bud about to blossom, the design of this gray handbag is by Thailand's Kunyanee. It is crafted of quality leather featuring a gray lining. Inside there are two pockets, one that closes with a zipper, as well as one in the exterior.. |
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