Milpa Blouse in Multi Colors

This perfect example of embroidered artwork from Chiapas, Mexico is a labor intensive reflection of generational craftsmanship, passed down 100's of years.  Done in this Autumnal palette of crimson, tangerine, navy blues and eggplant, this lightweight blouse in 100% cotton 'manta' fabric is embroidered from the color all down the front bodice of the blouse encompassing the entire front panel. 

This 'Milpa' blouse is a traditional garment featuring intricate embroidery that represents corn plants, flower petals and starry skies. 

UNIVERSAL SIZE

Measurements are 22"Width x 27"Length 

This blouse is created in a 'Universal Size' which fits most women who wear XS to Large. With the dress is designed with an easy flow of fabric that can be cinched with a belt or left to billow with a forgiving drape. 

Our model is 5'9 and an XS.

FABRIC & CARE

Due to the intricate hand loomed design, we recommend washing by hand and drying by laying garment flat, no dryer. 

ARTISAN COMMUNITY

It takes our artisan makers 1 month to make one 'Milpa' blouse.

These beautiful pieces are handmade San Juan Chamula, in Chiapas, Mexico. The process beings when the cotton manta fabric is cut, washed and dried to pre-shrink prior to embroidery. Designs are made with hand drawing the patterns onto the fabric with pencil. From there, the artisans use a small hoop to stretch the fabric and embroider the designs using selected threads. Each of these garments reflect generations of traditions for these artisans, making each piece a one-of-a-kind work of art.