Mitla Duffel Bag

If you're in the market for textiles with tradition, Manos Zapotecas is the label to turn to. Their hand-dyed, hand-woven, ethically-made bags draw from centuries of visual history of the Zapotec people.

This duffel's wool uses a weaving pattern that mimics the uniquely cared mosaic fretwork found in Mitla, an ancient Zapotec religious center in Oxaca. It's supported by a supple black leather base, handles, and shoulder strap, plus metal fittings. It'll hold several days' worth of gear while still fitting comfortably into any airplane overhead storage, so you can pack with confidence.

Manos Zapotecas was created to carry on the art and traditions of the Zapotec people of Oaxaca, Mexico. The brand runs on fair trade principles using local labor and materials, makes sure that its local artisans get a fair cut of the profit, and use only locally sourced materials. All of the brand’s offerings are hand-woven by real people with real knowledge of their craft.