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Curva Crossbody Handbag - 01

Named for the soft curve of the opening, this mercerized pima cotton crossbody is perfect for travelers and day-trippers alike! The Curva has a long leather strap that can be worn over the shoulder or as a crossbody. Its slim shape makes for an easy on the go accessory to carry your everyday essentials.

About Kuskaya:

Kuskaya is an innovative brand that brings together modern design elements with traditional craftsmanship techniques to create unique and high-quality products. The brand is built on the principles of social and economic empowerment, sustainability, and cultural preservation.

By working directly with a cooperative of women weavers in the Peruvian Andes, Kuskaya is able to provide these artisans with a stable income, while also helping to preserve their cultural heritage, which has been developed over thousands of years. This collaboration enables the women to maintain their traditional weaving techniques and pass them on to future generations, while also adapting them to suit contemporary design aesthetics.

Product Details:

Each design is unique - there is only one of each made!

  • Composition: Mercerized Pima Cotton & Chocolate Brown Leather Trim
  • Fabric Hand-Woven on Wooden Looms
  • Dimensions: 7 ¾” L x 1” W x 9” H
  • Strap Length: 23"
  • Weight: 7 oz
  • Magnetic Snap Closure
  • Lined Interior
  • Dust Bag Included
  • Handcrafted in Peru

Care Instructions:

Clean gently with a damp cloth.

Who Made This Handbag?  (From Start to Finish)

Meet the Kuskaya Team responsible for creating each carefully crafted and one-of-a-kind handbag. 

Designed by Ali

This handbag has a unique design that will never be repeated. It is designed by Ali, pictured in her studio, the founder of Kuskaya. Ali is inspired by the colors and patterns in Peru, reflected in her designs.

Handwoven by Master Weavers

The handbag's textile is handwoven by one of these expert weaver women using traditional techniques unique to their region. 

Sewn by One Man (Paul)

Once the textiles are completed, they are shipped from Cajamarca to Lima and sewn by one man: Paul. 

Sewn by One Man (Paul)

Once the textiles are completed, they are shipped from Cajamarca to Lima. In Lima, each handbag is given shape by Paul, who will sew each handbag with the utmost care and precision.

Exceptional Quality

Kuskaya textiles are made of the highest quality Pima Cotton yarn which is mercerized - a process that makes the natural fibers more luminous and strong. Each bag is given shape with premium Argentine leather.

Sustainability

Our Pima Cotton is OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified, which is a leading standard in ensuring product safety. Practices in the production, harvesting, and spinning of the cotton are tested to ensure products are free of harmful chemicals.

The factory where the handbags are finished is WRAP (World Responsibility Accredited Production) certified. This means each step of production has been inspected and deemed ethical, lawful and safe.


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Ethically Produced

WRAP (World Responsible Accredited Production) certifies that each step of production has been inspected to be deemed ethical, lawful, and safe. 

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Free of Harmful Chemicals

Each handbag is completely free from harmful chemicals and safe for human use.

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Woman-Owned Company

Kuskaya is a company that is founded by Alessandra Gerbolini. 

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