Chiapas Blouse/Blusa, Mexico - $70 Condition: New 21" Wide (Measured from arm pit to arm pit, with garment laid flat; double the width for full bust measurement)16" Circular yoke (Measured shoulder to shoulder)60" Around hem27" Long (Shoulder to hem) Fit: small to medium This rich orange blouse made of cotton gauze is richly embellished with tan colored hand-embroidery around the neck in a variety of embroidery stitches including a scallop shaped blanket stitch. The pleating at the yoke and cuff is created with hand-embroidery (smocking). An embroidered flower pattern adorns the cuffs which are finished with decorative stitching at the edges and a tassel tie. Perfect for an evening event, or casual afternoon outing. Express your own style. Rock it with shorts, capris, or jeans and boots or sandals. Give it a boho flavor by pairing it with a long skirt. Change up the look with a belt or sash. Chiapas blouses are hand-made by the local Maya women artisans in Chiapas, located in southern Mexico. Though fashioned in a contemporary style, these blouses 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.
