The Wayuu Mochila Bags unique designs are for Every day! Every outfit! and Every personality! This bag is the perfect mix of practical, exotic and chic. These Real Traditional Wayuu bags or mochilas are extremely well crafted, they use some of the same patterns and colors for each, but each of them have their own very special touch that makes each one unique, one of a kind, works of art.

Made in La Guajira Desert, Colombia. Boho Shoulder Style Wayuu Mochilas are the perfect fashion accessory, and today are used by some of Hollywood’s biggest A list movie stars. The Wayuu method of weaving is a complex form of art done entirely by hand, using fine cotton.

Wayuu weaving knowledge is passed down from generation to generation. It can take up to 20 days for a Wayuu woman to make each bag.

The strap also has its own unique design and is weaved by the men of the tribe. Each mochila represent an element in the way of how the Wayuu tribe are connected with the world & with nature. Known as the people of the sun, water and earth, they represent those elements in their colorful unique designs.

Every single bag is different and unique, with intricate tribal designs and colors, they are a labor of love! Only one person can own this exact design and color scheme. The popularity of these bags are a great thing for the indigenous artisans who sustain their villages’ economy by hand making these unique pieces and offering them for sale.

Tropics 2U works directly with, and are part of a large family of artisans from La Guajira to bring for our customers the highest quality cottons and craftsmanship, and helping to preserve their cultural values and their right for a better life. And with your purchase you will become a part of this worldwide family that relates with their traditions. Mochila Bags are effortless with ample room for essentials. Bucket style, cross body or shoulder bag. Each bag is consistent in quality and durability.

These bags are machine washable at low temperature with soft soap and/or hand washable with soft soap. Approx. Dimensions: H: 12” x W: 13” x D: 8.5” Straps Drop: 18-20” (Please note that measurement are approximates). Color may slightly vary from what appears online.