MAKI, a word derived from the ancient Quechua dialect, literally means HANDMADE ART. The panama hats from MAKI are the finest examples of handmade arts. Each MAKI hat is hand woven using the finest Toquilla straw by skilled craftsmen in Ecuador, with knowledge passed down from generation to generation. The result is an individualistic expression of art, where each hat is different to the last. MAKI hats are made from sustainable materials, and MAKI participates in fair trade, which means they guarantee the well-being of their craftsmen with fair prices, thus keeping alive an old tradition.