New 2020 Summer Wayuu Straw Hats
They are finally here! After some time choosing colors and patterns we're excited to launch our new Summer Wayuu Straw Hats. This is our third ever...
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They are finally here! There is one for every women out there: firts-time hat buyers and perpetual hat lovers alike. See how it fits here.
Washein's latest take on effortless chic style reinforces its commitment to quality craftsmanship.
New Straw Bucket Bags
What does it mean?
Sierra Macuira
A national park since 1977, the Sierra Macuira is the most humid region in Washein's native Guajira and considered the water lungs of the area. Its colorful scenery of dunes and greens make it uniqe in the country and to this, Washein's statement bag pays tribute to.
New Hats Release
New 2020 Summer Straw Hats
Craftsmanship Still Matters
True artisan craftsmen honestly care about their work in a way a machine can never replace. Learn why we believe craftsmanship still matters on our new Washein Journal article.
Our Story
Washein's aim is to introduce people around the world with the most beautiful crafts from the native Wayúu tribe of Colombia. Its product are straw hats and bags and are carefully handwoven by Wayúu artisans in Colombia.
Washein was founded by Claudia Iguarán. Before Claudia launched Washein, she took over the direction of the Nazareth Hospital in 2012. It is from them that she saw the need for Indigenous patients with Tuberculosis after having completed phase one of the treatment, to feel productive to support their families.
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The Washein Journal
3 Reasons Why Craftsmanship Still Matters
We are all still trying to figure out what's the proper place of craftsmanship in today's mass-marked. But here we put forward 3 reasons why we bel...
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