DALA

The true color of the Philippines.

Bold, happy goods from the Philippines, made by hand, for people who like to live a little. We are starting with woven bags you will not see on anyone else.

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dalá (Filipino): something you carry, something you bring.

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Prices shown for the United States. Shipping is quoted after you reserve.

Woven Bags

Handwoven totes with butterflies, faces and bold patterns. Two sizes: Large and Medium.

Large Philippine Butterfly Tote, front

Philippine Butterfly Tote

$110

Large 17″ (43 cm) wide × 12″ (30.5 cm) tall

Blue, red, white and a golden sun, the colors of the Philippine flag, woven straight into a warm tan tote. The butterfly runs off the edge of the bag, like it is about to fly away. Braided handles and a zip top.

Size and fit
Across the top17″ (43 cm)
Across the bottom13″ (33 cm)
Height12″ (30.5 cm)
Depth5″ (12.5 cm)
Handle drop8″ (20 cm)

On a petite woman about 5 feet (152 cm) tall, worn on the shoulder, it sits from just under the arm to the hip. Woven by hand, so each one can vary a little.

Large Flower Crown Tote, front

Flower Crown Tote

$125

Large 17″ (43 cm) wide × 12″ (30.5 cm) tall

The most detailed weave in the collection: a face wrapped in flowers, leaves and swirls of color, set against a classic black-and-white check. Natural-color braided handles and a zip top.

Size and fit
Across the top17″ (43 cm)
Across the bottom13″ (33 cm)
Height12″ (30.5 cm)
Depth5″ (12.5 cm)
Handle drop8″ (20 cm)

On a petite woman about 5 feet (152 cm) tall, worn on the shoulder, it sits from just under the arm to the hip. Woven by hand, so each one can vary a little.

Large Midnight Bloom Tote, front

Midnight Bloom Tote

$125

Large 17″ (43 cm) wide × 12″ (30.5 cm) tall

Big earrings, a crown of pink and orange flowers, and a face split into blocks of color, all woven into a deep black tote. Black braided handles, a patterned base and a zip top.

Size and fit
Across the top17″ (43 cm)
Across the bottom13″ (33 cm)
Height12″ (30.5 cm)
Depth5″ (12.5 cm)
Handle drop8″ (20 cm)

On a petite woman about 5 feet (152 cm) tall, worn on the shoulder, it sits from just under the arm to the hip. Woven by hand, so each one can vary a little.

Medium Natural Pattern Tote, front

Natural Pattern Tote

$80

Medium 15″ (38 cm) wide × 10.5″ (26.5 cm) tall

Bold black geometric bands on a natural-color weave that goes with everything, from the beach to the market to dinner out. A little smaller and lighter to carry. Braided handles and a zip top.

Size and fit
Across the top15″ (38 cm)
Across the bottom10.5″ (26.5 cm)
Height10.5″ (26.5 cm)
Depth5″ (12.5 cm)
Handle drop8″ (20 cm)

A touch smaller and lighter than the large. Easy to carry by hand or on the shoulder. Woven by hand, so each one can vary a little.

How ordering works

  1. Reserve what you love. Pick your items and send your reservation. Nothing is charged.
  2. We message you. You get the shipping cost, delivery time and your final price.
  3. Say yes and pay. We send you a secure card payment link from HUXY, LLC.
  4. We ship. Your order is on its way.

About DALA

DALA is a small business run between the Philippines and Ohio. We look for weaving that is bright, bold and full of joy, and we bring it to you.

Everything is made by hand, so no two pieces are exactly alike. Woven bags are only the start: more Filipino goods are on the way.