Handmade by the hill tribes of Northern Thailand, this crossbody bag carries both function and identity. Traditionally used to gather herbs, fruits, and offerings from the jungle, it embodies the endurance and artistry of generations — woven with utility, resilience, and cultural memory.
This denim version is a modern adaptation of the ancestral form. Crafted from durable fabric and accented with handwoven details, it bridges the practicality of daily jungle life with expressive craftsmanship, carrying tribal heritage into contemporary use.
Details
Origin: Northern Thailand, hill tribe communities
Material: Denim with handwoven details
Dimensions: 15" × 33"
Style: Crossbody with long strap for shoulder wear
Use: Historically carried to collect herbs, fruits, and forest offerings
Condition: Handmade, each piece unique
Cultural Significance
Tribal Lineage: Rooted in the daily practices and survival of Northern Thai hill tribes
Modern Adaptation: Denim reimagines a traditional form for contemporary life
Functional Artifact: Rugged, practical, and tied to resourceful jungle living
Living Heritage: Handmade with natural variations — each bag carrying individuality and ancestral tradition
Not just a bag — but a bridge between tribal heritage and modern resilience.
Handmade by the hill tribes of Northern Thailand, this crossbody bag carries both function and identity. Traditionally used to gather herbs, fruits, and offerings from the jungle, it embodies the endurance and artistry of generations — woven with utility, resilience, and cultural memory.
This denim version is a modern adaptation of the ancestral form. Crafted from durable fabric and accented with handwoven details, it bridges the practicality of daily jungle life with expressive craftsmanship, carrying tribal heritage into contemporary use.
Details
Origin: Northern Thailand, hill tribe communities
Material: Denim with handwoven details
Dimensions: 15" × 33"
Style: Crossbody with long strap for shoulder wear
Use: Historically carried to collect herbs, fruits, and forest offerings
Condition: Handmade, each piece unique
Cultural Significance
Tribal Lineage: Rooted in the daily practices and survival of Northern Thai hill tribes
Modern Adaptation: Denim reimagines a traditional form for contemporary life
Functional Artifact: Rugged, practical, and tied to resourceful jungle living
Living Heritage: Handmade with natural variations — each bag carrying individuality and ancestral tradition
Not just a bag — but a bridge between tribal heritage and modern resilience.
