Bags

Minimalist and chic, this purse in tan leather is perfect for carrying all your essentials as you shop, travel, and more!

This bag was hand cut, hand assembled, & hand stitched in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Purse & Clutch provides fair wages for their highly skilled artisans in a positive work environment.

• Fully lined in solid cotton with an interior zipper pocket

• Adjustable, removable crossbody strap

Dimensions: 7″ x 5.5″ x 2.5″ (17.8 x 14 x 6.4 cm)

• Weight: 15 oz (425.2 g)

With colorful embroidery, this crossbody purse is perfect for carrying your phone and small accessories. Features a soft black lining, zipper top, and side zipper pocket for extra storage.

- One-of-a-kind design

- Made in Guatemala

- 8" length x 8" width bag, with approx. 2' straps

With colorful embroidery, this crossbody purse is perfect for carrying your phone and small accessories. Features a soft black lining, zipper top, and side zipper pocket for extra storage.

- One-of-a-kind design

- Made in Guatemala

- 8" length x 8" width bag, with approx. 2' straps

With colorful embroidery, this crossbody purse is perfect for carrying your phone and small accessories. Features a soft black lining, zipper top, and side zipper pocket for extra storage.

- One-of-a-kind design

- Made in Guatemala

- 8" length x 8" width bag, with approx. 2' straps

This cotton rope bag comes with a zip to safely store your goodies. This is the perfect pencil bag, or use it when traveling to keep things like your medication, makeup, or jewellery safe. This pouch can also be used as a reading glasses case. You can also use it to neatly store things like phone cables and earphones. Or use it as a little purse when going out!

The baskets from this collection are made from 100% cotton rope. The cotton is grown locally in South Africa by farmers who are members of the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI).

L 21cm x H 9cm (L 8 1/4in x H 3 5/9in)

Handcrafted design from Stellenbosch, South Africa

This cotton rope bag comes with a zip to safely store your goodies. This is the perfect pencil bag, or use it when traveling to keep things like your medication, makeup, or jewellery safe. This pouch can also be used as a reading glasses case. You can also use it to neatly store things like phone cables and earphones. Or use it as a little purse when going out!

The baskets from this collection are made from 100% cotton rope. The cotton is grown locally in South Africa by farmers who are members of the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI).

L 21cm x H 9cm (L 8 1/4in x H 3 5/9in)

Handcrafted design from Stellenbosch, South Africa

Our handle clutch is the perfect everyday bag or fancy evening clutch. Its unique shape will comfortably fit all your essentials and more. The bag comes with a zipper and a stylish tassel. 

Mia Mélange bags are made from 100% cotton rope which we carefully sew together in a coiling technique. The cotton is grown locally in South Africa by farmers who are members of the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI).

 Top Length: 36cm (14in)

Bottom Depth: 14cm (5.5in)

Handcrafted design from Stellenbosch, South Africa

Our handle clutch is the perfect everyday bag or fancy evening clutch. Its unique shape will comfortably fit all your essentials and more. The bag comes with a zipper and a stylish tassel. 

Mia Mélange bags are made from 100% cotton rope which we carefully sew together in a coiling technique. The cotton is grown locally in South Africa by farmers who are members of the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI).

 Top Length: 36cm (14in)

Bottom Depth: 14cm (5.5in)

Handcrafted design from Stellenbosch, South Africa

Our handle clutch is the perfect everyday bag or fancy evening clutch. Its unique shape will comfortably fit all your essentials and more. The bag comes with a zipper and a stylish tassel. 

Mia Mélange bags are made from 100% cotton rope which we carefully sew together in a coiling technique. The cotton is grown locally in South Africa by farmers who are members of the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI).

 Top Length: 36cm (14in)

Bottom Depth: 14cm (5.5in)

Handcrafted design from Stellenbosch, South Africa

Our handle clutch is the perfect everyday bag or fancy evening clutch. Its unique shape will comfortably fit all your essentials and more. The bag comes with a zipper and a stylish tassel. 

Mia Mélange bags are made from 100% cotton rope which we carefully sew together in a coiling technique. The cotton is grown locally in South Africa by farmers who are members of the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI).

 Top Length: 36cm (14in)

Bottom Depth: 14cm (5.5in)

Handcrafted design from Stellenbosch, South Africa

Sewn with love by women in Rwanda, these handmade totes will be your new favorite bag!

Lined with solid cream fabric 

Machine-washable and can easily fold for storage

Tote measure approximately 16" wide x 14" tall.

Fair trade

Handmade in Rwanda

The effortlessly cool Cruza Sling is perfect on-to-go piece! It features a front and back zip pocket, and an adjustable leather strap so you can easily wear as a sling or around your waist. 

* Cotton

* 100% Handwoven

* Back zip pocket

* Adjustable leather strap

* Dimensions: * 11" W * 6 1/4" H * 6" D * 15 1/2'' Strap Drop Length

For nearly two decades, Mercado Global has transformed the lives of Indigenous women and their families in Central America. We thoughtfully design fashion accessories in partnership with our artisans and world-renowned retailers —empowering the women who weave our collections and inspiring the women who wear them. Together, we have worked to make the fashion world to be more ethical, sustainable, and just—for all of us. 

The effortlessly cool Cruza Sling is perfect on-to-go piece! It features a front and back zip pocket, and an adjustable leather strap so you can easily wear as a sling or around your waist. 

* Cotton

* 100% Handwoven

* Back zip pocket

* Adjustable leather strap

* Dimensions: * 11" W * 6 1/4" H * 6" D * 15 1/2'' Strap Drop Length

For nearly two decades, Mercado Global has transformed the lives of Indigenous women and their families in Central America. We thoughtfully design fashion accessories in partnership with our artisans and world-renowned retailers —empowering the women who weave our collections and inspiring the women who wear them. Together, we have worked to make the fashion world to be more ethical, sustainable, and just—for all of us. 

-Lined in solid cotton with a top zippered closure 

-Exterior zippered phone pocket & large zippered interior pocket

-Dimensions: 17"W x 12.5"H x 5"D with a 12″ handle drop

-Hand cut, hand assembled, & hand stitched in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia providing fair wages for our highly skilled artisans with a positive work environment.

Made in Ethiopia

* Handcrafted in India with remnant buffalo leather

* Dimensions: 9" x 5" x 1" with a 8.5" leather wristlet with brass zipper pull

* Inner zipper coin pouch with a slip pocket on both sides + exterior zippered pocket, clear ID pocket & 6 credit card slots

* As with all natural products, blemishes, imperfections & slight variations in color or texture may be present & add to the charming unique nature of the wallet

Made in India

The Turquoise + Ruby pattern features Zapotec diamond, agave and lightning designs in ruby red and turquoise blue on beige wool.

The features: two leather handles, zipper closure and lined interior with one pocket.

13.5" H x 18" W x 3.5" D/ 100% wool/ Genuine leather/ Hand-dyed/ Handwoven

Made in Mexico

This tote is just the right size to become an everyday bag. Perfect for running errands, a night out or just packing a good book and a flask of tea. This tote will take your customers effortlessly from day to night while keeping you them smart and stylish.

The Stargazer pattern features a butterfly and arrow design in shades of mustard, rust and mint on a vibrant royal blue background.

13.5" H x 18" W x 3.5" D/

100% wool/ Genuine leather/ Hand-dyed/ Handwoven

Made in Mexico

Function meets beauty in this stylish tote. Easily carry your essentials with plenty of room to use when shopping, to take your work home, or take your favorite book on a stroll. Day or night, it’s your new favorite sidekick.

The Waterfall pattern features a Zapotec lightning design in shades of slate blue, light teal, and natural undyed cream wool.

17" H x 15" W x 4" D/ 100% wool/ Genuine leather/ Hand-dyed/ Handwoven

Made in Mexico

A gorgeous spring green backdrop features a Zapotec diamond design in a darker green and cream with a hint of rosewood and magenta.

The features: two leather straps, zipper closure and lined interior with one pocket.

17" H x 15" W x 4" D/ 100% wool/ Genuine leather/ Hand-dyed/ Handwoven

Made in Mexico

This natural clutch handbag is handwoven from agel roots, a material used in Indonesia as far back as the 5th century BCE. The clutch features a zipper closure which makes it easy to open and close. Take it to weddings and cocktail parties, or as a casual summer and beach handbag.

Dimension : 25x20 cm / 10x8 inch

Made in Indonesia

This lightweight and natural clutch handbag is handwoven from palm fiber, a material used in Indonesia as far back as the 5th century BCE. The clutch features a magnetic snap closure which makes it easy to open and close. Take it to weddings and cocktail parties, or as a casual summer and beach handbag.

Dimension : 28x15 cm / 11x6 inch

Material : dried palm leaves, polyester lining 

Made in Indonesia

Stylish, sophisticated, and fun, this rattan ombre clutch is the perfect carrier for your daily necessities. The Interior features a soft fabric lining as well as a change pocket. A vintage inspired piece with a modern and playful twist. Available in Amber, Clay, and Black.

Size: 11"x7" Material: Lontar Leaf

Made in Indonesia

The oversized Blanca Tote is unlined with durable felled seams. This soft and spacious carryall stows your goods for the beach or market, and folds neatly when not in use. Machine washable.

* Cotton

* 100% Handcrafted

* Felled seams

* Foldable

* Machine washable

Dimensions * 25" Top W * 14" Bottom W * 15" H * 11" D

Made in Guatemala 

About Mercado Global For nearly two decades, Mercado Global has transformed the lives of Indigenous women and their families in Central America. We thoughtfully design fashion accessories in partnership with our artisans and world-renowned retailers —empowering the women who weave our collections and inspiring the women who wear them. Together, we have worked to make the fashion world to be more ethical, sustainable, and just—for all of us.
Made in Guatemala

The cutest clutch to grab and go in style! Handmade with batik fabric.

Top zip. Front interlocking twist detail. 6.5" long wristlet strap that tucks inside when not in use.

4.5"H x 8"W.

Upcycled flour sack lining.

100% organic cotton.

Fair trade

Made in Ghana

A modern, minimal take on the traditional fanny pack. This can be worn around the waist or as a shoulder bag.

Comes in brown or black Vegan leather.

One open pocket and one zip pocket on the interior.

Surprisingly roomy design.

Fair trade, Handmade by artisans in Cambodia

Meet your go-to crossbody- a tried and tested bag for day and night. Completes your look - whether it’s jeans and a t-shirt or your favorite sundress. Keep your hands free and your essentials contained within this beautiful crossbody bag.

The Jade pattern features a lightning and butterfly design in variegated shades of green and gray. 

Strap drop: adjustable 20"-23.5"   Strap leather: black

Perfect when you’re on the go and need to have your hands free, this little beauty is ready for a night out or your next travel adventure. 

The Emerald Diamond pattern features a God's eye design with horizontal stripes in shades of green, contrasted with a soft yellow.

Strap circumference: 11.5"   Strap leather: blonde

This shoulder bag style tote designed to carry as an everyday handbag. This open concept tote offers a deep and wide size to hold all of your essentials, and is large enough to fit a laptop. The interior includes a large zip pocket and two slip pockets for organization. Lined with cotton canvas for a pop of print.

Bright, colorful and roomy, this is the perfect bag for shopping, traveling or spending the day outdoors!  Can be worn as a shoulder bag or crossbody.

Dimensions: 17" wide, 14.5" deep, 18" strap length

Button closure

Made with love with 100% cotton market fabric by the Umucyo Sewing Cooperative in Kigali, Rwanda. 

Fair Trade

This modern mini backpack is perfect for day trips, vacationing, or for any woman who loves a hands-free handbag. The Panha is the best-selling handbag in the Vegan Leather Collection, with the adjustable shoulder straps, hook, and hard bottom it makes it easily transportable. Organization is key and an exterior asymmetrical pocket is easy to access along with the interior zip pocket for more organization. Don’t let the small size of this bag fool you, the depth of this bag allows it to fit all the essentials and more for whatever your day holds! The interior cotton canvas varies in print.

Handmade in Cambodia.

This will be your go-to carry all bag!  Vibrant and fun, it has plenty of room for library books, market finds, gym necessities, and more!

20" wide 16" tall 12" high straps

Exterior accessible phone pocket

WHO MADE IT

Our Market Tote will be your go-to reusable bag for the farmers market, the library, work, or just shopping downtown!  Easy to fold up and stash in your purse or car, this tote is a great replacement for plastic shopping bags.  Sewn with Rwandan market fabric, each tote is unique!

Fair trade, artisan-made in Rwanda by the Umucyo Sewing Cooperative

19.5" tall x 17.5" wide

Please note if you have a color preference.  Patterns vary widely.

Carry your yoga mat in style with this beautiful hand-sewn bag from Rwanda! Made with bright and bold fabric from the market in Kigali, this yoga bag is durable and fun! Features a zippered pocket on the outside for phone, keys, and more! 

Fair Trade.

WHO MADE IT