Handmade Guatemalan tote bag in wine/burgundy color with hand-woven Mayan textile center panel. Includes detachable inner pouch with multicolor textile. Top zipper closure, adjustable reinforced handles, and structured base. Perfect 2-in-1 set. One-of-a-kind handcrafted piece!
$200.00
The Ikal tote bag is a sophisticated style solution and exceptional functionality that offers two bags in one. This elegant large-sized tote is crafted from premium genuine leather in a rich deep burgundy/wine tone that radiates timeless elegance, and features a stunning vertical center panel with authentic hand-woven Mayan textile in geometric zigzag patterns in vibrant shades of pink, purple, white, yellow, and beige. Meticulously crafted by local Guatemalan artisans using ancestral backstrap loom techniques, this tote celebrates rich Mayan cultural heritage while offering the practical functionality you need in your daily life.
The exceptional value of the 2-in-1 Set:
This tote includes a detachable inner pouch crafted with traditional multicolor Guatemalan textile in a fascinating vertical stripe pattern (jaspe) in tones of burgundy, purple, blue, green, red, and beige. This inner pouch functions in multiple ways: as an internal organizer for the main tote, as an independent clutch for evening outings, as a travel toiletry bag, or as a separate crossbody bag with its own detachable strap. This smart versatility means you get two complete accessories in a single purchase, maximizing your investment in artisan quality.
The main tote design is spacious and practical, perfect for work, college, travel, shopping, or daily use. The high-quality top zipper closure keeps your belongings secure while the reinforced handles with adjustable metal buckles in antique bronze tone allow comfortable carrying over the shoulder or on the arm. The structured leather base keeps the bag upright and protects your belongings from the ground, while genuine leather construction ensures exceptional durability that will improve over the years, developing a beautiful personalized patina.
The rich burgundy/wine color is sophisticated, versatile, and flattering, perfectly matching neutral colors and creating elegant contrast with denim, blacks, and whites. This classic tone works in both professional and casual contexts, from office meetings to weekend brunch, making this tote a versatile investment in your wardrobe.
Perfect for busy professionals needing organization and style, mothers seeking an elegant and functional bag, travelers who value versatility, college students, conscious fashion lovers, and anyone who appreciates the exceptional value of two high-quality artisan bags in one.
Every Ikal bag is truly unique — Mayan textile patterns and colors may vary slightly due to the handcrafted manual process, ensuring you own irreplaceable pieces of Guatemalan Mayan culture. The rich burgundy leather color and vibrant multicolor textiles create a sophisticated combination that stands out on any occasion, from professional contexts to casual outings.
Product care: To keep your Ikal bag in optimal condition, occasionally treat the leather with natural leather conditioner. The textile inner pouch can be dry cleaned or spot cleaned with damp cloth as needed. Avoid prolonged exposure to heavy water, though the leather can withstand light rain.
Perfect for: executive professionals, busy stylish mothers, college students, frequent travelers, designers and creatives, versatile fashion lovers, people seeking 2-in-1 accessories, special gift for loved ones, conscious shoppers of value and quality, ethical and sustainable fashion enthusiasts.
About PonchosBags: We are a family-owned Guatemalan business based in Panajachel, the cultural heart of Lake Atitlán, working directly with master textile artisans and leatherworkers from indigenous communities including San Juan La Laguna, Chichicastenango, Santa Catarina Palopó, Sololá, and other towns in the Guatemalan highlands. The Ikal bag represents our philosophy of combining artisan beauty with smart practical functionality. Each set is the result of careful collaboration uniting traditional hand-woven Mayan textiles with the highest quality vegetable-tanned leather, creating versatile accessories that honor our ancestral heritage while adapting perfectly to modern life needs. By choosing the Ikal set, you directly support multiple Guatemalan artisan families and preserve textile techniques that have been passed down through generations.
