Vintage Tops- Huipils

Simple to operate: this snag repair needle can help you to repair a variety of fabrics, including your Mayan blouse (Huipil). I use this needle on most of our pre-loved tops to repair weaving stiches.

I made a brief video showing how to use it:

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I hope it helps! 

Stunning detail with hand-embroidery, this vintage huipil (traditional Mayan blouse) is originally from Patzún, Guatemala. This particular region of Guatemala is known for their floral embroidery design around the neckline as well as the red vertical stripes, symbolizing the blood of their Mayan ancestors.

It features the ceremonial Mayan calendar with tiny Cats & Butterflies embroidered around the neckline. Stunning!

This particular huipil is a ‘poncho’ style blouse that is normally worn tucked in or cinched in by a thick belt. This particular square huipil has not been sewn up on either side, making it ideal to wear over a tank top.

**Please review measurements below to ensure proper fit. All sales are final. Measurements on flat surface.**

• This huipil fits up to a size LARGE to XL
• Bust (armpit to armpit): 36" inches wide - please note this top runs short
• Length: 20" inches long
• Arm Opening: Sides are open so that you can wear it like a poncho, with a tank-top underneath or you can close the sides.
• Neck Opening (diameter) - 8" inches wide open

• This vintage Huipil was personally purchased by Angelica, founder of Tesoros Maya. This Huipil was ethically sourced and the artisan was paid fair price.

• Please note: The entire piece is genuine hand woven and hand embroidered. Many Huipiles are now embroidered using sewing machine which can also be referred to as 'hand made'. This piece is made entirely without the use of machine.

• 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.
• For a better care, we recommend hand wash
• Dry flat

Handmade in Chajul, El Quiche, Guatemala, this top will add a geometric and flashy style to your wardrobe. 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 boho-stylish self.

This is a spectacular, authentic Huipil from Chajul, Quiche Guatemala.

• This Huipil fits like a Large and XL  
• Bust (armpit to armpit) - 28" inches wide
• Length - 23  inches long

• 100% Cotton
• Condition: Good vintage; pre-loved condition with some loose threads and wear, but does not affect the structure of the blouse; just adds a special touch of character to this stunning vintage blouse.
• This Huipil was personally purchased by Angelica, founder of Tesoros Maya. This Huipil was ethically sourced and the artisan was paid fair price.

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
• Dry flat

This beautiful pre-loved Guatemalan Huipil is from the Maya village of San Antonio Palopó, located on Lake Atitlan, Guatemala. It was hand-woven on a backstrap loom, 100% handmade with striking multi-color background of  blue, purple, white and black stripes that are traditionally of this region.

This is a longer blouse, made with 3 panels, joined together by an embroidered "randa" design. It also features a beautiful hand embroidered design around the neck. It is made from 100% cotton. Handcrafted by Maria and her daughter, you are supporting their weaving techniques with this purchase! 

• Condition: New

• This Huipil was personally purchased by Angelica, founder of Tesoros Maya. This Huipil was ethically sourced and the artisan was paid fair price.

• Not suitable for machine dryers, dry on a flat surface
• To ensure this blouse has a long life, we recommend washing it by hand or on a delicate spin cycle only
• This traditional blouse was 100% handmade from beginning to end; therefore, naturally, there will be some imperfections

This is a spectacular, authentic vintage Huipil from Nahuala, Guatemala.

This is a spectacular, authentic Huipil from Chajul, Quiche Guatemala.

Handmade in Chajul, Quiche Guatemala, this top will add a geometric and flashy style to your wardrobe. 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 boho-stylish self.

This darling Guatemalan Huipil features colorful embroidery in a Sunset Brown base, with multi-colored stitched details. Hand-woven on a back-strap loom, this 100% cotton Huipil is originally from Patzicia, Guatemala.

Wear it with denim or linen pants for a casual fall wine-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.

Flat Measurements:

• This top will fit a Large & XL - Please note that this top runs short!
• Bust (armpit to armpit) - 28” wide
• Length - 21"- 23” inches long
• Neck Line: The opening of the neck has been tailored opened to fit a wider head and for more comfortable fit.

• 100% Cotton 

• Condition: Great vintage condition with a some loose threads and wear. Bottom part has some loose threads; adding a special touch of character to this stunning vintage blouse. The bottom parts are a little bit uneven but it does not affect the structure of the blouse. 

• This vintage Huipil was personally purchased by Angelica, founder of Tesoros Maya. This Huipil was ethically sourced and the artisan was paid fair price.

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.
• For a better care, we recommend hand wash
• Dry flat

Handmade in Chajul, Quiche Guatemala, this top will add a geometric and flashy style to your wardrobe. 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 boho-stylish self.

Handmade in Chajul, Quiche Guatemala, this top will add a geometric and flashy style to your wardrobe. 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 boho-stylish self.

Detail with hand-embroidery, this youth vintage Huipil (traditional blouse) was personally purchased from Elena and her family in Panajachel, Guatemala.

Flat Measurements: 

• This Huipil is a YOUTH size
• Measurement flat on floor
• Armpit to armpit - 12" inches wide
• Length - 14” inches long
• Arm Opening - closed
• Front textile is a rich maroon color with an embroidery of the Maya Quetzal bird. The back is a sheer, silky textile from Coban, Guatemala.

• Condition: Generally good vintage condition with a some loose threads and wear.

Please note: The entire piece is genuine hand woven and hand embroidered. Many Huipiles are now embroidered using sewing machine which can also be referred to as 'hand made'. This piece is made entirely without the use of machine. It is a genuine antique and therefore shows some signs of age and loose thread but has no holes or repairs and is in remarkably good condition considering it's age.

CARE:

• Not suitable for machine dryers, dry on a flat surface
• To ensure this blouse has a long life, we recommend washing it by hand or on a delicate spin cycle only
• This traditional blouse was 100% handmade from beginning to end; therefore, naturally, there will be some imperfections

This amazing Mayan blouse (Huipil) has a traditional intricate brocade work featuring several different bird, tree of life, and plant designs found in San Pedro Sacatepequez, Guatemala

Hand-woven on a back-strap loom, this top was handcrafted with two panels, each is finely brocaded with small zoomorphic and geometrical patterns of deer on the upper part of the huipil. Deer are considered a symbol of strong, stable, regal energy by the Maya. They represent all of the animal kingdom. Deer also encompass the four levels of being: physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. The energies of the deer also signify the binding forces between an individual and their family.

When you buy a Huipil, you are truly wearing Guatemalan history and an one-of-a-kind, masterpiece!

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

Flat Measurements:

This particular huipil is a ‘poncho’ style blouse that is normally worn tucked in or cinched in by a thick belt. This particular square huipil has not been sewn up on either side, making it ideal to wear over a tank top.

• Bust (armpit to armpit) 32” inches wide
• Length 24.5” inches long
• Arm Opening: Sides are open so that you can wear it like a poncho, with a tank-top underneath or you can close the sides.

• Condition: Generally good vintage condition with a some loose threads and wear. Bottom part has some loose threads and fading spots at the bottom; adding a special touch of character to this stunning vintage blouse.

• This vintage Huipil was personally purchased by Angelica, founder of Tesoros Maya. This Huipil was ethically sourced and the artisan was paid fair price.

 CARE:

Not suitable for machine dryers, dry on a flat surface
To ensure this blouse has a long life, we recommend washing it by hand or on a delicate spin cycle only
This traditional blouse was 100% handmade from beginning to end; therefore, naturally, there will be some imperfections

This pre-loved huipil was hand woven on a backstrap loom in three panels. The center panel is heavily decorated with supplementary brocade featuring complex almost abstract geometric designs typical of the village of Todos Santos Huehuetenango, Guatemala. 

This 3 panel Huipil was hand woven of cotton on a backstrap loom on a dark burgundy with white stripes base. This Huipil features brocade geometric designs embroidered in wool.

This top will add a geometric and flashy style to your wardrobe. 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.*

Flat Measurements:

• This top will fit a Small to MEDIUM frame -this top runs SHORT
• Bust (armpit to armpit) - 25” inches wide
• Hips - 22” inches wide
• Length - 19”- 22" inches long, including fringe at bottom
• Arm Opening - 9"

• 100% Cotton - Please note this is a heavier top compared to our other softer and lighter ones.

• Condition: Great pre-loved condition; like new. 

• This vintage Huipil was personally purchased by Angelica, founder of Tesoros Maya. This Huipil was ethically sourced and the artisan was paid fair price.

Care: 

• Not suitable for machine dryers, dry on a flat surface
• To ensure this blouse has a long life, we recommend washing it by hand or on a delicate spin cycle only
• This traditional blouse was 100% handmade from beginning to end; therefore, naturally, there will be some imperfections

This amazing Guatemalan Huipil features small and tight designs of stunning tropical birds, roses and geometric brocade and abstract Mayan designs. Hand-woven on a back-strap loom, this sturdy Huipil is originally from Tecpan, Guatemala.

This top features a bright Fuschia base. 

This top will add a geometric and flashy style to your wardrobe. 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.*

Flat Measurements

• This top will fit a Small to MEDIUM frame
• Bust (armpit to armpit) - 28” wide
• Length - 21” inches long
  
• Arm Opening - 8" inches 
• 100% Cotton
• Condition: Generally good pre-loved condition with a some loose threads and wear.
• This vintage Huipil was personally purchased by Angelica, founder of Tesoros Maya. This Huipil was ethically sourced and the artisan was paid fair price.

Care: 

• Not suitable for machine dryers, dry on a flat surface
• To ensure this blouse has a long life, we recommend washing it by hand or on a delicate spin cycle only
• This traditional blouse was 100% handmade from beginning to end; therefore, naturally, there will be some imperfections

This beautiful hand woven Huipil (Mayan blouse) was hand-woven on a back-strap loom, and it is originally from Santa Catarina Palopó, Guatemala.

The garment is made of mid-weight yet very soft, hand-woven fabric. It features a Purple Plum cotton base and a variety of designs including butterflies, grapes and peacocks; stunning!

When you buy a Huipil, you are truly wearing Guatemalan history and an one-of-a-kind, masterpiece.

This particular huipil is a ‘poncho’ style blouse that is normally worn tucked in or cinched in by a thick belt. This particular square huipil has not been sewn up on either side, making it ideal to wear over a tank top.

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

**Flat Measurements**

•  
• Sizes are a "fits like" guide and not a standard measurement
• This Huipil will fit a MEDIUM to LARGE frame 
• Bust (armpit to armpit) - 31.5” inches wide
• Bottom of blouse: 24” inches wide 
• Length - 22.5” inches long
• Arm Opening: Sides are open so that you can wear it like a poncho, with a tank-top underneath or you can close the sides.
• 100% Cotton

• Condition: Generally good vintage condition with a some loose threads and wear. Bottom part has some loose threads and fading spots at the bottom; adding a special touch of character to this stunning vintage blouse.

• Care: Hand washable in cold water

• This vintage Huipil was personally purchased by Angelica, founder of Tesoros Maya. This Huipil was ethically sourced and the artisan was paid fair price.

This stunning pre-loved top has been made entirely by hand. It features a White  background, featuring a stunning geometric embroidery around the collar, traditionally known from the Mayan village of Nebaj, Quiche, Guatemala.

One of our top sellers, Nebaj blouses are known for their hand-embroidered tribal figures that look like hieroglyphics that are hand-embroidered along with Mayan symbols in horizontal rows to create gorgeous, one-of-a-kind textiles. Angelica, founder of Tesoros Maya, likes to call this embroidery "the where's waldo of Guatemala". If you look closely, can you find the horses or the Mayan birds?

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, this top is a great piece to add to your ethical wardrobe!

• This Huipil fits like a LARGE  
• Bust (armpit to armpit) - 24" inches wide
• Length - 27"-29"  inches long

• 100% Cotton
• Condition: A well used huipil in fairly great vintage condition with a some loose threads at the bottom ends, but it does not affect the structure of the blouse. The neckline area has been tailored opened for a more comfortable fit.
• This Huipil was personally purchased by Angelica, founder of Tesoros Maya. This Huipil was ethically sourced and the artisan was paid fair price.

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
• Dry flat

This amazing Mayan blouse (Huipil) has a traditional intricate brocade work featuring several different bird, tree of life, and plant designs found in San Pedro Sacatepequez, Guatemala

Hand-woven on a back-strap loom, this top was handcrafted with two panels, each is finely brocaded with small zoomorphic and geometrical patterns (birds, flower vases and the world symbol) on the upper part of the huipil. The v neckline is finely decorated with multicolored threads as well as the embroidered randa that joins the two panels and the arm holds. 

When you buy a Huipil, you are truly wearing Guatemalan history and an one-of-a-kind, masterpiece!

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

**Flat Measurements**

This particular huipil is a ‘poncho’ style blouse that is normally worn tucked in or cinched in by a thick belt. This particular square huipil has not been sewn up on either side, making it ideal to wear over a tank top.

• Bust (armpit to armpit) 33” inches wide
• Length 24.5” inches long
• Arm Opening: Sides are open so that you can wear it like a poncho, with a tank-top underneath or you can close the sides.
• Neck Opening (diameter) - 7" inches wide open

• Condition: Generally good vintage condition with a some loose threads and wear. Bottom part has some loose threads and fading spots at the bottom; adding a special touch of character to this stunning vintage blouse.

• Care: Hand washable in cold water

• This vintage Huipil was personally purchased by Angelica, founder of Tesoros Maya. This Huipil was ethically sourced and the artisan was paid fair price.

This unique white Guatemalan Huipil features geometric tight designs brocade and abstract Mayan shapes. Hand-woven on a back-strap loom, this 100% cotton Huipil is originally from the region of San Andrés Semetabaj, Solola, Guatemala. 

Traditionally, Guatemalan tops are very vibrant. Finding white base tops are really difficult to find and also very rare. 

This top was hand woven on a back strap loom in two well-matched white cotton base panels. The panels are decorated by supplementary brocade featuring geometric patterns in a dark burgundy color.

When you buy a Huipil, you are truly wearing Guatemalan history and an one-of-a-kind, masterpiece.

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

Flat Measurements: 

• Fits a SMALL-MEDIUM frame 
• Bust (armpit to armpit) - 21” inches wide
• Length - 22"-23” inches long
• Arm Opening - 8" inches wide - The arms opening has been tailored opened  for a more comfortable fit.
• Neck Opening: The opening of the neck has been tailored opened for a more comfortable fit.
• 100% Cotton 

• Condition: Generally good pre-loved condition with a some loose threads and wear. Also, please note that the bottom parts are uneven - the front is slightly shorter than the back (by two inches). This blouses has lived a previous life and therefore shows some signs of age and loose thread but has no holes and is in remarkably good condition.

• Care: Hand washable in cold water

• This vintage Huipil was personally purchased by Angelica, founder of Tesoros Maya. This Huipil was ethically sourced and the artisan was paid fair price.

Please note: The entire piece is a genuine hand-woven and therefore shows some signs of age and loose thread but has no holes or repairs and is in remarkably good condition considering its age. Many Huipiles are now embroidered using sewing machine which can also be referred to as 'hand made'. 

Detail with hand-embroidery, this youth vintage Huipil (traditional blouse) was personally purchased from Elena and her family in Panajachel, Guatemala.

This particular Huipil is a ‘poncho’ style blouse that is normally worn with a tank-top underneath, tucked in or cinched in by a belt.

Flat Measurements: 

• This Huipil is a YOUTH size
• Measurement flat on floor
• Armpit to armpit - 17.8"
• Length - 12.5” textile measurement hanging in hanger and 16" including the fringe at bottom
• Arm Opening - open
• Condition: Generally good vintage condition with a some loose threads and wear.

Please note: The entire piece is genuine hand woven and hand embroidered. Many Huipiles are now embroidered using sewing machine which can also be referred to as 'hand made'. This piece is made entirely without the use of machine. It is a genuine antique and therefore shows some signs of age and loose thread but has no holes or repairs and is in remarkably good condition considering it's age.

CARE:

• Not suitable for machine dryers, dry on a flat surface
• To ensure this blouse has a long life, we recommend washing it by hand or on a delicate spin cycle only
• This traditional blouse was 100% handmade from beginning to end; therefore, naturally, there will be some imperfections

This is a spectacular, authentic Huipil from Chajul, Quiche Guatemala.