The Zapotec are an indigenous people from Mexico whose culture dates back at least 2,500 years. They are credited with creating the first writing system in Mesoamerica and have a long craft tradition in jewelry and textiles. There are currently around 800,000 Zapotec throughout Mexico and the United States.
Manos Zapotecas partners with Zapotec artisans to create beautiful bags with traditional textiles under fair trade guidelines. The bag I received is lined in cotton and has an internal pouch for extra storage. The handwoven exterior is made of 100% wool and the strap is made of soft leather.
This crossbody is just to my taste. It’s lightweight when empty, thick enough to hold its shape, but soft enough to mold around my body and not get in the way. I’ve been using a Vera Bradley hipster for the past year or so and I’d say this bag feels fairly similar against the body.
Each MZ bag holds an element of discovery, from the significance of each Zapotec
design, to the bold color combinations, and most importantly, of the hands from
which they come. – Manos Zapotecas
Nice and colourful design, it really fits you very well. Mexico has a huge amount of hand crafted wears for every ocassion. Dutzi handmade bags is a well known store that makes unique bags with stylish mayan designs.
ooh my gosh this bag is so beautiful! And it looks so great with the rest of your look! xx This looks like a great cause I can get behind! <(') Hoda | JooJoo Azad
I love Manos Zapotecas! I kept walking by their booth over and over again at the FTF conference last year. Their big duffel bags are my favorite.
I know! If I wasn't saving for various trips, I'd have bought it already.
It's such a beautiful bag and does look like it fits you perfectly!