This beautifully handcrafted wrap top is the result of over a year of collaborative work, highlighting the talents of artisans from multiple communities across Guatemala. The backstrap weaving was performed by the talented weavers in the highlands Ixil community San Juan Cotzal, the garment preparation by Kakaw staff in Antigua, sewing by talented seamstress Betty in San Antonio Aguas Calientes, and embroidery to join the backstrap-woven panels by none other than the embroideress extraordinaire, Claribel, from Sumpango. Now, that's a mouth full! And what a joy to bring together so many people for each and every garment, with love and care. Even the inner ribbon was handwoven! All cotton.
We are especially excited to be venturing into garment construction with backstrap-woven fabrics, keeping selvages intact in honor and respect of the talented weavers.
With an adaptable design, this top suits a range of body types, featuring a handwoven inner ribbon tie at the front and a larger outer ribbon at the back. The rectangular shape honors the traditionalgüipil, maximizing the use of precious, handwoven textiles.
See the video below for how to put on the warp top design.
Measurements:
Width: 24 inches
Length: 17 inches
Ribbon: 27 inches on both sides
Material:
Cotton
Care:
Hand wash gently or machine wash in cold water and gentle cycle, remove from the machine quickly, dry inside out away from direct sunlight.
We ship all our products directly from Guatemala. Learn more about our quick and reliable shipping policy here.
