La Toquilla Ecuador

Original handmade Panama Hat from Ecuador. 

 

This hat was handwoven with toquilla straw through a delicate and refined labor.  This hat has a modern and fresh look while keeping the glance of a classic Panama Hat.  100% Handmade and genuine.


The Ecuadorian Coast is home for the Carludovica Palmata, the plant species from which toquilla straw is obtained.  This raw material is used for elaborate and beautiful handmade accessories. In 2012, UNESCO recognized this work as art and declared it as Intangible Cultural Heritage.  An Art to be truly admired. 


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