light weight ponchos

Alfredo Falcon of Peru designs this striped acrylic poncho with bold colors and a mixture of geometric motifs. A touch of baby alpaca gives adds to the poncho's warmth and feel. Lightweight, the poncho makes a wonderful layering piece.

Alfredo Falcon learned the craft of weaving from his parents, who learned from their parents before them. He says, “We have been a family devoted to the world of textiles for generations. I use modern colors but I remain true to Incan and colonial motifs.”

Natural cotton farmed on the family lands of Luisa Villavicencio in Guatemala, features no dyes to create their unique colors. She designs this trendy ruana as a light-weight layer perfect for spring and summer fashion with a fringed hem for a boho touch.

Artisans of the K'amolon K'i K'ojonel Association from Guatemala revolutionize the traditional poncho with a modern pattern that allows for a stylish aura. Working with cotton and rayon made from bamboo, they weave the garment in a palette of grape, amethyst and boysenberry hues, with little fringes at the front, back and bottom.