Hand Embroidered Otomi Shirt - Black

$294 USD

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Elevate your wardrobe with this wide-cut, 100% cotton shirt featuring vibrant Otomi embroidery on the back. Its versatile design makes it perfect for wearing as an oversized shirt with shorts or trousers, or as a stylish coverup for beach days. The intricate Otomi motifs—hand-embroidered with care—add an artful touch to this classic white shirt, capturing the essence of Mexican heritage in every stitch.

Why we think this is a MUST-have:

Authentic Artistry: Each shirt showcases traditional Otomi embroidery, turning a simple silhouette into a cultural statement.
Versatile Style: Effortlessly transitions from casual everyday wear to beach-ready coverup, making it a staple for any wardrobe.
Positive Impact: Every purchase supports the artisans behind each stitch, helping preserve this time-honored craft and sustain their community.

Models are wearing a size extra small and typically wear a size 2.

Due to the unique craftsmanship, embroidery figures may vary.

Materials

Cotton, Cotton Thread

Care Instructions

Dry cleaning only

Learn more

This traditional textile comes all the way up from the Sierra Madre Oriental Mountains in the state of Hidalgo, right up North of Mexico City. Where men are typically the ones that free-hand draw the designs onto the raw textile or off-white fabric that is then embroidered by the women. The figures are typical stories or representations or life that have been taught to generations.

This purchase supports a Mexican community of Artisans providing economic opportunities for their families while ensuring traditions are kept alive.

Shipping & Handling

This is an artisan-made item, with a small inventory. Can be eligible for shipping from México and can take 1-2 weeks to arrive, the wait is more than worth it!

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