colorful robes

This sweater sizzles in bright colors in a playful pattern of vertical wavy stripes. Designed by Alfredo Falcon of Peru, the boatneck sweater is knit with a blended yarn of soft baby alpaca, the fine fleece from the first shearing of the season, and durable acrylic in fuchsia, amethyst, strawberry, scarlet, and burgundy. The colorful waves continue across the long, wide sleeves, which drape beautifully down each side of the sweater.

This sweater sizzles in bright colors in a playful pattern of vertical wavy stripes. Designed by Alfredo Falcon of Peru, the boatneck sweater is knit with a blended yarn of soft baby alpaca, the fine fleece from the first shearing of the season, and durable acrylic in sea green, avocado, cherry red, and ivory. The colorful waves continue across the long, wide sleeves, which drape beautifully down each side of the sweater.

Evoking a garden at midnight, colorful floral motifs trim this black baby alpaca cardigan. Peru's Ana Fernandez designs and crafts this fine sweater, accentuating it with flowers on the sleeves and neckline. Baby alpaca refers to the fine fleece from the season's first shearing.

In flame, chili, emerald, and various other hues, checked patterns decorate this luxurious ruana from Peru. From Nataly and Alberto, this wrap is woven from exquisitely soft 100% baby alpaca yarns, finished at the ends with fringe. Baby alpaca refers to the fine fleece from the season's first shearing.

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.

Masterfully woven by hand, intricate diamonds motifs flow in bands across an expanse of blue. Artisans from the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco revive ancient techniques and designs for this handloomed cushion cover. Working on a backstrap loom, they utilize patterns that derive from Inca art and seek to keep the old textile traditions alive.

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 cushion cover a unique piece of handcrafted art. The reverse side is solid espresso brown.

This enchanting long tunic sweater combines a multitude of fall colors and patterns ready for dressing up or a casual day out. An open knit panel at the mid-sleeve andbodice allows for the soft bell shape at the sleeveand hem. Benita Cutipa works in a luscious blend including baby alpaca - the fine fleece from the season’s first shearing.

This boho-inspired art knit cardigan will quickly become your throw-on-and-go favorite. The relaxed style and oversized fit in a luscious blend of baby alpaca - the fine fleece from the season’s first shearing - willkeep you stylishly cozy. Pointelle openwork on the body and sleeve adds soft texture to a rich palette of honey brown, yellow, vivid orange, cool green and deep turquoise.