Elsie Handmade Wayuu Hat
Elsie Handmade Wayuu Hat
Regular price
$70.00 USD
Regular price
Sale price
$70.00 USD
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⚫ Bold Simplicity – Meet Elsie
Elsie is a powerful display of minimalist boho style, meticulously handcrafted by Wayuu artisans using natural Iraca palm fibers. With its bold black geometric weave on a natural straw base and a striking black pompom, the Elsie Wayuu Hat offers timeless edge and everyday versatility.
🌞 Chic and Functional
Whether you're headed for a summer getaway or styling an elevated everyday outfit, Elsie brings form and function:
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Drop the brim low for chic sun coverage
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Tip it forward or back for a modern silhouette
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Keep it upright for timeless impact
🖤 Cultural Touch in Monochrome
The oversized black pompom isn’t just decorative—it’s steeped in Wayuu symbolism. In their culture, large pompoms represent prosperity, pride, and celebration, adding depth to this clean aesthetic.
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Approximate head opening: 21 inches
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Each hat is handmade, with slight variations in size and weave pattern
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Need a different fit? Contact us here
💛 Fashion With Purpose
Wearing Elsie means supporting the Wayuu community. $50 from every purchase feeds five Wayuu children through our partnership with the Wayuu Taya Foundation. It's more than a hat—it's a contribution to culture and care.
🧶 Artisan Craftsmanship & Meaning
Each bohemian straw hat requires ~8 hours of hand weaving and represents generations of matriarchal Wayuu tradition. The large pompoms aren't just decoration — they’re symbols of prosperity. And if you're into customizing? You can even add extra pompoms here to enhance or change the look.
💛 Fair Trade Impact
Wuitusu contributes $50 from every Ruth sale to the Wayuu Taya Foundation, providing food, education, and healthcare to five Wayuu children per purchase.
Pair Elsie with the rest of our handcrafted collection. Browse Wayuu bags, add flair with crochet clutches, or see everything we offer.
For a personal twist, add an extra pompom to play with color 🎨. Note that the 21" size is approximate—variations are part of what makes each Elsie hat one of a kind.
👜 Explore the Full Boho Look
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Description
SHIPPING POLICY: We ship from Los Angeles, California within 3 business days. Please make sure to use the correct address and required information. We don't charge for handling. We don't charge a shipping fee within US when shipped with USPS ground, we ship for free to other parts of the world on purchases more than US $150.
Materials
Materials
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
To maintain the quality of your Wuitusu handmade crochet bags, gently hand wash in cold water with mild detergent. Avoid wringing or twisting, reshape while damp, and dry flat away from direct sunlight. For punch needle bags, spot clean with a damp cloth and air dry. Iraca palm hats should be gently wiped with a damp cloth and reshaped if needed. Avoid exposure to excessive moisture and store in a cool, dry place.
Let customers speak for us
Gorgeous bag!
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