Chiapas Blouse/Blusa, Mexico - $75 Condition: New 23" Wide (Measured from arm pit to arm pit, with garment laid flat; double the width for full bust measurement)13.5" Yoke (Measured shoulder to shoulder)69" Around hem30" Long (Shoulder to hem) Fit: medium This blue blouse made of cotton gauze has a multi-colored hand-woven yoke, with woven diamond shape and frog motif, and long sleeves with hand-woven trim at the cuff. The pleating at the yoke and cuffs is created with hand-embroidery (smocking), and the cuffs are finished with 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 are 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.
