The vueltiao hat is the most recognized artisanal symbol of Colombia. Handwoven from caña flecha by Zenú indigenous communities of the Colombian Caribbean, each hat can take weeks of work and its quality is measured in "vueltas": from the 15-thread economical version to the 27-thread "quinceano," each vuelta represents hours of finer weaving and flexibility when rolling up.
At MOVE, we also have aguadeño hats (typical of the Coffee Region, made of iraca) and vallenato hats, each with its own history and region. They are versatile pieces: they protect from the paisa sun, travel well rolled up in a suitcase, and are souvenirs with soul that remain alive on the farms and fairs of Colombia.
Pick up your hat for free at our Laureles store (Calle 44a #70-79) or arrange delivery with cash on delivery in Medellín and nationally by courier. Write us on WhatsApp to check the available number of vueltas and choose the one that suits your head best.
Artisanal hats · Sizes 56 to 60 · National shipping by courier
Un sombrero tradicional de Medellín, con la franja tradicional que lo caracteriza, ya sea que diga Medellín o no
Sombrero estilo uribito hecho a mano perfecto para días de sol en Medellín
Sombrero tradicional de la costa colombiana, perfecto para salir a la playa, o en Medellín
Gorra bordada estilo Medellín. Diseños variados (Soltero Feliz, I ❤️ Colombia, Que Chimba Medellín, Splatter Medellín).
The vueltiao is woven from caña flecha by Zenú communities. The number of vueltas (15, 19, 21, 23, 27) indicates the fineness and flexibility: more vueltas = more hours of weaving, softer and more rollable. The 21 and 23 are favorites for travel; the 27 is a collector's piece.
Yes. All our hats are purchased directly from workshops and cooperatives of the Colombian Caribbean (Zenú vueltiao), Aguadas (aguadeño in iraca), and Valledupar (vallenato). Each hat is crafted by the hands of artisans, it's not an industrial replica.
Write to us at +57 350 450 2929 with the type of hat (vueltiao, aguadeño, vallenato) and your head size if you know it. We will send you photos of the available options, confirm the price, and coordinate pick-up in the store or same-day shipping.