Our work is based on the ancestral Ecuadorian tradition of producing the best hats in the world with toquilla straw, felt, seaweed, leather, and jute. We create and add exquisite details that are handmade by artists and artisans from different communities within Ecuador and from around the world.

María Luisa Barahona, our founder and craftswoman behind Luisa Hat, values above all else the amazing work produced by the hands of human beings. Our studio aims to share with the world a unique proposal which will undoubtedly be appreciated by those who value fashion and support handcrafted work that comes from the heart.

Each one of our hats is a unique piece. Our founder collects and incorporates in her designs authentic articles that she may find in her travels to the most remote shops or flea markets around the world. For this reason, there could be a slight variation in some of the details in each model.