Telar Dress, Mexico - $115 Condition: New 23" Wide (Measured from arm pit to arm pit, with garment laid flat; double the width for full bust measurement)48" Around hem35.5" Long (Shoulder to hem) plus 6" fringe Fit: large to extra large This traditional Telar dress from Chiapas, Mexico is handwoven in black cotton with dark pink accents forming geometric designs, filling the front and back. This dress is richly woven. The neckline is a very flattering squared off v-shape. Multi-colored embroidery in an intricate floral motif wraps around the neck, both front and back, cascading down into a v-shape at the bottom. On the front, there are two rows of this same beautiful embroidery near the hem. The hem ends in a lush black fringe, six inches long, with five rows of knotting. Perfect for an evening event, or casual afternoon outing. Express your own style. This dress can be treated as a tunic and paired with leggings or a skirt. Change up the look with a belt or sash. Chiapas dresses are hand-made by the local Maya women artisans in Chiapas, located in southern Mexico. Though fashioned in a contemporary style, these dresses include embroidered designs rooted in local history and mythology, linking deep cultural traditions to the modern world. In this matriarchal society, the women play a crucial role in the economy through the creation of these beautiful garments. Because these items are hand-crafted by local artisans using traditional techniques, slight variations may occur. Note that colors may vary according to each display monitor.
