Handmade Guatemalan satchel bag in genuine honey/camel leather with multicolor hand-woven Mayan textile front panel. Vintage design with flap and two buckles, top handle, detachable strap, and external back pocket. Perfect for elegant daily use. Handcrafted leather bag!
$160.00
The Nicte satchel bag is a celebration of timeless elegance and authentic cultural craftsmanship. This beautiful bag is crafted entirely from premium genuine leather in a warm honey/camel tone that radiates luminosity and natural sophistication, and features a stunning front panel with authentic hand-woven Mayan textile in vibrant stepped diamond geometric patterns in shades of pink, purple, blue, turquoise, lime green, yellow, orange, and black. Meticulously handcrafted by talented Guatemalan artisans in Panajachel, each Nicte bag represents the perfect fusion of classic European satchel design and rich Guatemalan Mayan textile heritage.
The name “Nicte” means “flower” in Mayan, reflecting the natural colorful beauty of the textile adorning this exceptional bag. The warm honey-colored leather is particularly special—this natural tone will develop a rich, deep golden patina with use and sun exposure, becoming more beautiful with each passing year, gradually transforming from light honey to deep caramel with unique nuances that tell your personal story.
The classic satchel design features an elegant front flap secured with two adjustable leather buckles with antique bronze metal hardware, offering both distinctive vintage style and practical security for your belongings. The short, sturdy top handle allows comfortable hand-carrying or in the crook of your arm for a sophisticated, professional look. The adjustable and fully detachable shoulder strap with robust carabiner clip allows you to carry the bag crossbody or over the shoulder according to your preference and occasion, offering maximum versatility in a single accessory.
A particularly practical feature is the external back slip pocket, perfect for ultra-quick access to credit cards, transit cards, receipts, or bills without needing to open the main bag. This smart detail is invaluable during daily commutes, quick shopping, or when you need to pay for something instantly.
The main compartment is spacious and well-proportioned, perfect for wallet, phone, keys, small tablet or e-reader, essential cosmetics, snacks, small water bottle, and all your daily use items. The interior is carefully lined to protect your belongings and keep everything organized. The bag’s structured construction maintains its elegant shape even when fully loaded, ensuring it always looks polished and professional.
The sophisticated honey/camel leather color is incredibly versatile, beautifully matching any color palette—from neutrals like black, white, gray, and navy, to earth tones like olive green, brown, and beige, and even vibrant colors. This warm tone is particularly flattering in all seasons. The vibrant multicolor Mayan textile adds a touch of visual energy and cultural conversation, making this satchel a true statement piece that celebrates Guatemalan craftsmanship while remaining elegantly refined.
The subtly embossed PonchosBags logo authenticates each artisan piece. Visible stitching details in contrasting thread add authentic artisan character and reinforce structural durability. This bag is designed to accompany you for decades, not just seasons—it’s a true investment in heirloom quality that visually improves with each use.
Perfect for professionals who appreciate classic style with cultural twist, college students seeking unique quality accessories, travelers who value versatility and functionality, vintage fashion lovers with ethical conscience, collectors of authentic artisan bags, and anyone rejecting disposable fast fashion in favor of timeless pieces that tell a cultural story.
Every Nicte bag is truly unique — genuine leather develops natural tone variations that are part of its authenticity, and the honey color will beautifully change over time with sun exposure, developing richer, deeper tones. Mayan textile patterns vary slightly according to the artisan’s work, ensuring no two bags are exactly alike. This is not a defect—it’s a desirable feature that makes your bag truly yours, a one-of-a-kind piece in the world.
The honey leather transformation journey: The beautiful honey-colored leather will start in a luminous light golden tone. With regular use and natural sunlight exposure, it will gradually develop deeper tones—from light honey to dark honey, eventually reaching rich caramel and cognac tones with unique nuances. This natural aging process is one of the most desirable qualities of high-quality vegetable-tanned leather. Areas experiencing more contact (handles, corners, edges) will develop darker patina first, creating a beautifully varied visual effect unique to your bag and lifestyle.
Leather care and maintenance: To keep your Nicte bag in optimal condition and encourage beautiful patina development, treat the leather occasionally (every 2-3 months) with quality natural leather conditioner. Honey-colored leather can withstand light rain and intensive daily use. To accelerate patina development, you can deliberately expose the bag to natural sunlight. Marks, small scratches, and color variations are natural and add authentic character. Store the bag stuffed with tissue paper when not in use to maintain its structured shape.
Usage versatility:
Perfect for: creative professionals, lawyers and consultants, college students, boutique owners, interior designers, teachers, writers, artists, frequent travelers, vintage bag collectors, ethical fashion enthusiasts, people seeking lifetime quality heirloom accessories, special graduation or promotion gift, conscious shoppers who reject fast fashion.
About PonchosBags: We are a family-owned Guatemalan business based in Panajachel, heart of Lake Atitlán, working exclusively with Guatemalan master leatherworkers with decades of experience in traditional quality leatherwork. The Nicte bag represents our commitment to creating timeless accessories that honor both leather artisan mastery and rich Mayan textile tradition. Each satchel is crafted entirely by hand using the highest quality vegetable-tanned leather—specifically the beautiful honey-colored leather recognized for its exceptional ability to develop rich patina over time. Mayan textiles are woven by female artisans from communities like San Juan La Laguna, Chichicastenango, and other indigenous towns, using ancestral backstrap loom techniques passed down through generations. By choosing the Nicte bag, you invest in an exceptional heirloom piece while directly supporting Guatemalan artisan families and preserving cultural traditions that represent centuries of artisan knowledge.
