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Sandra Santos Guzman

Tehuantepec Embroidery Dress

$ 20,255.00
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Beige Dress with Multicolored Flowers This beautiful beige dress features hand-embroidered multicolored flowers on the front and sleeve cuffs, crafted on luxurious silk shantung. The embroidery is made using the traditional crochet stitch technique from the Istmo de Tehuantepec, Oaxaca, creating unique designs that reflect the region's rich cultural heritage. It is a perfect piece that blends artisanal tradition with contemporary style.

Product details

Size: S

Technique: The crochet stitch is a traditional artisanal technique from the Istmo de Tehuantepec region in Oaxaca, used to embroider and embellish dresses and other garments. It involves using a crochet hook to weave threads into delicate patterns, creating intricate textures and decorative details that enhance the beauty of the fabric. In this region, crochet is commonly employed to form intricate floral and geometric motifs that adorn the edges and finer details of traditional dresses.

Working time: 40 days

What's in the box? 1x Tehuantepec Embroidery Dress
Materials

Spanish silk shantung, mercerized cotton yarns
Product Care

To keep this dress in perfect condition, we recommend hand washing with cold water and a mild detergent. Avoid using bleach and do not wring the garment. Dry it in the shade in a horizontal position to preserve the colors of the embroidery. If necessary, iron at low temperature on the reverse side, protecting the embroidery.