Guatemala
Handwoven Vintage Huipil Leather Tote
Handwoven Vintage Huipil Leather Tote
Unique, versatile, and effortlessly everyday!
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Intertwined’s Huipil Tote is sustainably crafted from a repurposed huipil—a traditional handwoven blouse worn by Mayan women in Guatemala and an important part of the country’s rich textile heritage. Each huipil is woven on a backstrap loom and embroidered while weaving, meaning every tote carries the artistry and story of the woman who originally created the textile.
At Cuero Malec, a Guatemalan leather workshop, skilled artisans carefully transform these vintage textiles into sturdy, beautifully constructed bags. The result is a striking blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern design—an artisan tote that celebrates heritage while giving new life to extraordinary handwoven fabric.
Designed for everyday versatility, the tote expands with side snaps (whether visible or not in the individual product photos) and includes an adjustable, removable crossbody strap for multiple ways to carry. The interior is lined with handwoven fabric, and a top zipper closure keeps everything secure.
Because each huipil textile is vintage and one-of-a-kind, no two bags are exactly alike.
Dimensions: 14"W × 4"D × 10.5"H
Materials: Vintage handwoven cotton textile and sustainably sourced vegetable-tanned leather
Details
Details
14"W x 4"D x 10.5"H
Cotton and sustainably sourced, vegetable tanned leather
Fully lined with top zipper closure and one inside pocket.
Spot clean only.
Handmade Vintage
Handmade Vintage
This product is made with handmade, upcycled fabric. We believe the minor imperfections associated with vintage fabric are part of the charm and uniqueness of the item. We do our best to take photos that accurately represent the true colors and worn nature of the handwoven fabric, but colors vary across monitors, and photos can’t highlight all aspects of a product.
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More About the Artisan...
CUERO MALEC is a leather shop in Samayac founded by Lorenzo Xum Ortiz. Lorenzo began working with leather when he was ten years old, and now he employs around 10 to 15 people in his shop. He and his team are skilled at using leather to transform second-hand clothing, including traditional Guatemalan huipiles, into beautiful purses, bags and other leather items.