Made by women in Guatemala, this travel wallet is entirely crafted by hand from vegetable-tanned leather and vintage huipil textiles. Features four interior pockets making it versatile for use as a passport holder and as an everyday wallet.
Huipil (pronounced wee-peel) is the Spanish word for the traditional blouses worn by Mayan women for centuries. They are still prominent in Guatemalan and a few other Latin American cultures today. The huipil is the most prevalent part of a woman’s traditional dress and is of great cultural significance to the Mayans. The weave or design of each huipil can identify the village she is from and is a work of art.
IMPACT
Soltera Leather began as a way to create opportunity for single mothers in Guatemala, providing livable wages, health benefits, and flexible working schedules to care for their families.
DETAILS
Made by hand in Guatemala from vegetable-tanned leather and vintage fabric.
5.5" L x 4"W
Care: Leather is tanned naturally, without using chemicals to seal the material, it ages beautifully over time with wear and use. For the huipil, use a damp cloth and spot clean, dabbing gently.
*Each print is one of a kind.