Caruso Lao

who we are

The timeless skills of Caruso Lao's carvers, turners, silversmiths and weavers transform the natural treasures of Laos into exquisite, handcrafted furnishings and fashion accessories with an international aesthetic. Every piece in this sumptuous, high quality collection of Lao silk brocades and ikats, wood and silver is an individual work of art created by Lao artisans and many took months to complete.    

Canadian Sandra Yuck founded Caruso Lao in 1997 after a successful career in fashion design and development spanning more than three decades in Montreal, New York, Europe and Hong Kong.   

what we do

During the past 10 years we have gathered some of the most talented artisans in Laos.  Encouraging and nurturing their skills to the highest levels of hand craftsmanship, she applies her own unique design flair and contemporary sensibility to the traditional forms and techniques of Lao crafts.   

All Caruso Lao artisans are entrepreneurs in their own right, improving living standards in their local communities. Caruso Lao provides a livelihood for many craftspeople, as well as 22 staff in its Vientiane and Luang Prabang shops and offices who, through their efforts and diligence, are drawing the world's attention to the wonderful heritage of Lao arts and crafts.