Spiritual Allies | Black Baby Alpaca Fur Cape 868

Spiritual Allies  | Black Alpaca Fur Cape 868 is a ceremonial woven cape with rare ombre fur trim in tan tones, handwoven in the Andes from 100% ethically sourced baby alpaca wool. With rich grey and black geometric patterns, this piece is a grounding, high-vibration garment ideal for rituals, sacred gatherings, or elevating your everyday wear. 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
Spiritual Allies | Black Alpaca Fur Cape 868 is woven with sacred symbols drawn from Quechua cosmology:
    •    Tika (Flower) – Representation of beauty, vitality, and renewal found in nature
    •    Kuntur (Condor) – Messenger between Earth and Sky
    •    Qochakuna Apukuna (Lagoons & Apus) – Expression of the harmony between water and earth
    •    Amaru (Sacred Serpent) – Symbolizes ancestral wisdom, renewal, and transformation
    •    Kuka K'intucha (Coca Leaf Offering) – Offering made in gratitude and to request protection and blessings from the Apus (Mountain Spirits)
    •    Chakana (Andean Cross) – Harmony between realms                                                     

Together, these designs represent a myriad of Spirit Guides and Allies that protect and bring life to the community and the Earth.
Learn more in our Symbol Guide. 

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Craftsmanship & Materials
    •    100% ethically sourced adult 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
Spiritual Allies  | Black Alpaca Fur Cape 868 is a versatile and elegant handwoven cape lined with fur, made to be worn across seasons and settings. 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 a smoothing tool.

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Impact & Reciprocity
When you purchase Spiritual Allies  | Black Alpaca Fur Cape 868, 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.