Prayer of the Andes | Grey Baby Alpaca Fur Cape 915
Prayer of the Andes | Grey Baby Alpaca Fur Cape is a ceremonial cape handwoven in the Andes from 100% ethically sourced baby alpaca wool. The cape body is deep dark grey, woven with grey symbols, and trimmed in a very rare ombred grey baby alpaca fur. This cape is truly special! Each cape is made with ancestral Andean weaving techniques by Indigenous women who carry the lineage of their people through thread.
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Symbolism
Prayer of the Andes | Grey Baby Alpaca Fur Cape is woven with sacred symbols drawn from Quechua cosmology:
• Amaru (Sacred Serpent) – Representing wisdom, transformation, and the Underworld
• Kuka K'intucha (Coca Leaf Offering) – Sacred Offering given during times of rituals and celebration
• Chakana (Chakana) – Representation of the Andean Cosmovision
• Kuntur (Condor) – Sacred Totem Animal and Messenger between Heaven and Earth
Together, these designs weave a celebration of the of Andes with powerful symbols of Dieties, Guides, the Earth, and of the Cosmos.
Learn more in our Symbol Guide.
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Craftsmanship & Materials
• 100% ethically sourced baby alpaca wool
• Sourced from woman-led herds of the Ayni Mantay Association in Peru
• Woven on a traditional handloom in Pacchanta, at the foot of Ausangate
• Hand-stitched hem and fringe finish
• One-of-a-kind heirloom; no two pieces are ever the same
Each thread carries prayer, intention, and memory—woven with care by our Quechua sisters who are guardians of their ancestral craft.
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Fit & Styling
Prayer of the Andes | Grey Baby Alpaca Fur Cape is a grounding, high-vibration garment ideal for rituals, sacred gatherings, or elevating your everyday wear.
Style it with:
• A linen dress and sandals for summer ritual wear
• A fur coat or wool layers for ceremony in colder climates
• Over your yoga attire, or with Denim and boots for casual adornment
• Pair with a fabulous full length dress and western style hat for a more dressy occasion
• Draped over your shoulders or wrap yourself in living prayers in meditation or at home during morning coffee ritual
This piece honors your body temple. Let it move with you, evolve with you, and remind you of your connection to the sacred.
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Care Instructions
To preserve your piece:
• Dry clean - or hang outside in the sun. Alpaca is a highly intuitive self cleaning fiber that works with the elements to return to it’s original form
• Gently spot clean with a soft, damp cloth for minor spills
• These items were not intended to be stored in closets. We recommend using them as home decor in between use. As with any wool be aware of moths.
Each cape comes with care instructions and tools.
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Impact & Reciprocity
When you purchase Prayer of the Andes | Grey Baby Alpaca Fur Cape you are directly supporting Indigenous women artisans in Peru through our upfront-pay model rooted in Ayni (sacred reciprocity). You’re investing in living economies, ancestral preservation, and slow fashion that tells a story.
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Shipping & Exchanges
Ships from the U.S. within 3–5 business days unless placing a pre-order.
Exchanges or store credit available within 7 days of delivery.
Read our Return & Exchange Policy for details.