Vintage Huipil Top- San Juan Cotzal

$135.00

Hand-woven on a back-strap loom, this Huipil is originally from San Lucas Cotzal, Guatemala.

This pre-loved rare vintage treasure!  Hand woven on a back strap loom in 3 pastel turquoise cotton base panels.  The principal decoration is supplementary brocade featuring birds and geometric designs in various pastel green and blue hues. 

Wear it with denim or linen pants for a casual picnic day in the sun, or spice it up with a skirt and boots for a fun night out on the town! Either way you wear it, heads will turn towards your stylish self.

*Please review measurements below to ensure proper fit. All sales are final.

Measurements on flat surface: Sizes are a "fits like" guide and not a standard measurement.

  • This top fits like a XLarge but can easily be worn as a Large 
  • Bust (armpit to armpit): 24" inches wide
  • Length: 20” inches long
  • 100% Cotton - this top runs a little heavy due to the amount of hand embroidery. 
  • Condition: Incredibly vintage and in fabulous condition. Note that there's some loose threads at to bottom of the top but does not hinder the top's esthetics or condition. The neckline has been tailored open for extra comfort. Impeccable embroidery, too!

Care: 

  • This Huipil was 100% handmade from beginning to end; therefore naturally there will be some imperfections. You could see some loose threads, DO NOT pull just snip with scissors. Or you can use BLOUSE SNAG REPAIR NEEDLE to repair weaving stiches.
  • For a better care, we recommend hand wash or DELICATE cycle only.
  • Dry flat