Making a difference means building a brand that upholds transparency, empowers everyone in the supply chain, and ensures that the health of our beautiful planet is the top priority before every decision we make.
We are highly aware of the global climate situation and the need to reduce our impact on the planet to limit global warming to 34.7 °F above pre-industrial temperatures. We are very proud that Peru is taking significant steps to become carbon neutral by 2030.
That is why we choose only natural fibers—for their natural beauty and sustainable aesthetics, which endure throughout the lifecycle of all our accessories.
Our goals are aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, serving as guiding principles to protect our planet as we know it, starting with safeguarding our country, Peru, which is considered one of the most biodiverse countries on the planet.
OUR SUPPLIERS
Our accessories are made using rustic Merino sheep wool from the Andes, carefully sheared by their own shepherds. The wool is then spun and carded in Lima by a small family-owned business, Lanas Andinas, with whom we have maintained a commercial relationship for over 14 years.
Rustic Merino wool is strong and durable, yet it naturally biodegrades when the time comes. Its production requires significantly less energy than the manufacturing of synthetic fibers. It also generates fewer carbon dioxide emissions, resulting in a low carbon footprint.
For dyeing, we use Lanaset dyes, which are biodegradable and have a low environmental impact. However, we choose not to use solid colors to minimize the use of dyes even further.
Our embroidery is done with locally produced Peruvian cotton, grown from non-genetically modified seeds, sourced directly from La Colonial Fábrica de Hilos S.A.
For our bags, we use rustic Peruvian cotton canvas from the San Jacinto S.A. factory. The fabric is then dyed using plants at Eco-Tintes, an ecological dyeing facility in Chancay, north of Lima, along with our yarns.
All our metal accessories are made from Zamac, an alloy of zinc, aluminum, magnesium, and copper. This material was developed by the New Jersey Zinc Company in the 1920s, and its name is a German acronym of the metals that compose the alloy.
OUR PROCESSES
We preserve our textile heritage in 100% of our creations.
100% handmade, one at a time.
Our looms and embroideries represent 90% of our entire production and are made under natural sunlight.
Our dyes are biodegradable and environmentally friendly.
Our Peruvian cotton is not GMO and is grown locally.
WE TAKE PRIDE IN THE PROGRESS WE’VE MADE IN REVIVING NEARLY LOST TECHNIQUES, SUCH AS DOUBLE-FACED BACKSTRAP LOOM WEAVING.
