Gorgeous Huipil top from the coastal Mixtec community of Jimaltipec, Oaxaca. Handmade on the ancient methods of the waist loom and naturally dyed with snail, cochineal, and indigo. Satin ribbon detail on sides and neck.
DETAILS: Satin ribbon trim on sides and neck Embroidered with cotton thread over satin neck trim Hand-loomed cotton thread.
Open on the sides (pullover)
SIZE CHART:
HUIPIL
WIDTH
LENGTH
ONE SIZE
42.5"
25"
approximate measurements are in inches
CARE: • Hand wash in cold water, inside out. • Hang dry • Do not machine wash or dry. • Iron on low (Dry Clean Recommended)
A Huipil is a loose-fitting tunic made of joined pieces of fabric. Some are made with two, others with three which are then joined together. There is only an opening left for the arm. Huipiles are not meant to be tight-fitting or to enhance your body curves. You may use abeltorshawlaround the waist.
