Mexican Peasant Blouse

The Liliana Cruz blouses are meticulously hand-embroidered and hand-sewn in small villages throughout Central and Southern Mexico. Each floral pattern is unique and one-of-a-kind, so variations in the design will occur. Crafting each blouse requires hours and hours of painstaking work. These are not mass-produced in China like many others offered.

Versatility is a hallmark of these blouses - they can be dressed up with heels for a fancy night out or paired with leggings and sandals for a casual look. They can also double as a swimsuit cover-up.

Please note that, like many white blouses, the fabric is somewhat sheer. However, the 100% cotton blend ensures a cool and comfortable feel, making them ideal for hot summer days and warm summer nights. While the original fabric may feel slightly tense to accommodate the intricate embroidery, it softens with each wash, and the embroidery holds up well to machine washing. For best results, hang dry or use a gentle cycle.

These blouses are ethically produced in women-run co-ops operating in small Mexican villages. The work is distributed throughout the community, allowing the women to choose the patterns and styles they wish to work on. They then take the patterns to their homes to complete the embroidery, which is later sewn onto the blouse. This type of work not only provides much-needed financial resources but also allows the women to engage in a cultural and social activity during their spare time.

Regarding sizing, please note that these blouses are intended to be worn loosely. The sizing guide is as follows: Small (Bust 32"), Medium (Bust ~34"), Large (Bust 36-38"), X-Large (Bust ~40-42"), XX-Large (Bust 44-46"), and 3X (Bust 50-52").

For generations, the women in small Mexican pueblos have been embroidering floral and animal designs onto fabric, which is then used to create blouses and dresses. Each panel is meticulously embroidered by hand, and the final piece is attached to the garment, again, by hand. These pieces are often made in family or community co-ops, where several women collaborate to facilitate the process and share in a cultural and social activity while generating income for their families.

Sadly, many fake imitations from China and beyond have flooded the market, undermining the quality and craftsmanship of the original hand-embroidered pieces. These machine-made replicas not only lack the unique charm of the handmade designs but also deprive the original embroiderers of the much-needed income. Therefore, we encourage you to consider purchasing only hand-embroidered pieces from Mexico, as each blouse is truly one-of-a-kind.

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