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Emerie Handmade Wayuu Hat

Emerie Handmade Wayuu Hat

Regular price $70.00 USD
Regular price Sale price $70.00 USD
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Product Description:

Discover the exceptional, handmade Wayuu Hat, an artisan creation crafted with vibrant, high-quality Iraca palm fibers by the talented Wayuu artisans from Colombia and Venezuela. Each hat is uniquely fashioned, embodying around 8 hours of dedicated weaving and shaping to produce a piece of wearable art.

These colorful hats are designed with versatility in mind, featuring an adjustable fit to accommodate various head sizes, making them a perfect gift for her. They can be worn in multiple stylish ways—fully lowered for maximum sun protection, with the front tipped down and the back up for a casual flair, or entirely upright for a more sophisticated profile.

The culturally significant pompoms that embellish each hat are not just decorative but are imbued with meanings rooted in Wayuu traditions, where larger pompoms represent financial prosperity, adding a layer of cultural depth to each piece.

With an approximate head opening of 21 inches, our Wayuu hats are customizable to ensure a snug fit. (Contact us for size adjustments - Click Here). Additionally, each purchase supports the Wayuu community, as Wuitusu donates $50 for every hat sold to provide essential nutrition to five Wayuu children, in collaboration with the Wayuu Taya Foundation.

Enhance your wardrobe with our unique Wayuu Hat, a symbol of tradition, skilled craftsmanship, and ethical commitment. Wuitusu proudly upholds fair trade practices at every level of production and is an active member of the Fair Trade LA organization, striving to protect and promote Wayuu culture.

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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

acrylic

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.

Customer Reviews

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Kristin Ellington
Most Gorgeous & Fabulous Hat Ever

I saw this hat on Instagram and just had to have one. Although picking out just one was challenging, I finally committed to a colorful yellow, blue, and black combo. The hat arrived very quickly, and I was thrilled to be able to wear it before summer's end. It was a bit tight on my head, but I followed the video instructions, and it was super easy to get the perfect fit and shape for my tastes. Everywhere I go, I get compliments, and I have already decided that I am going to order a few more because each hat is unique and more beautiful than the last. RAVE reviews! I'm almost reluctant to tell anyone where I purchased the hat, but I'm spreading the word far and wide because the proceeds benefit the talented weavers and artisans.

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Suzy Luko
Great hat!

Great hat! Very happy with it.

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Allyson Choquette

Life’s too short to wear a boring hat

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K.E.
Capri 🇮🇹 loves Wuitusi

I absolutely love my black coverup & beach bag.
The quality is amazing, I was asked numerous times where I bought My Outfit! Capri loves Wuitusu ~ so do I.

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Carly

Beautiful hat! I love it!