Belt

The belt or chumpi is an ancient item in traditional culture dating back to pre Incan times. It is used by both men and women in indigenous communities. The belt for a man's pants is still used today as a means of supporting the lower back while carrying heavy weight. The women use a chumpi for fastening their skirts and for tying bundles and swaddling their babies. Other cultures have been known to tie them about the head or in one's hair.

The chumpi can vary greatly in width, length, fastening, and finish, so pay careful attention to individual product listings to find the right chumpi to serve your needs.