Hand-woven and embroidered by women in Guatemala, the Beatriz top (or huipil) combines comfort, style, & centuries of tradition.
With a flattering drape and crocheted bottom edge, the Beatriz is beautiful when paired with anything from jeans to a skirt or styled with dressy joggers!
Traditionally designed to clothe and "live with" a woman through all the stages of her adulthood, the quality of each huipil is exquisite. It can take 45 days to create just one!
Based on ancient Mayan spinning and dyeing techniques, Guatemalan textiles are an enduring link to a rich cultural past. Weavers today continue to use the original back-strap loom that is worn around the waist. With skill and creativity, these artisan-entrepreneurs preserve their heritage while creating meaningful income for their families!
Product Details:
Materials:
Hand-woven and dyed cotton
Some embroidery threads are rayon
Features:
Hand-woven, dyed, and embroidered by women in Guatemala
Natural dyes and materials
Flattering drape
Guatemalan weavers are mainly women, who derive natural dyes for their threads from vegetables and minerals. They still use the Mayan back-strap loom along with traditional spinning and embroidery techniques.
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You may return or exchange your items within 14 days of your purchase. We offer free returns on apparel.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.
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At Larkin Lane, we work in fair trade partnership with artisans who are masters of their craft. We believe there is a story woven into each and every textile tradition. Our mission is to share those stories, to preserve heritage craftsmanship, and to promote the dignified employment of artisans around the world.
