icon hand Over $139.9 million USD sent to artisans so far!
Skip to main content

You may also like

Scroll Left
Scroll Right

Artisan Crafted Bridal Headdress from Akha Hill Tribe, "Akha Bride"

Product ID: 262692

Breathtakingly beautiful, this stunning decorative headdress is styled after those designed for a bride. Akha artisan Thikaporn is proud to present... more

Quantity

In your cart

Details

Breathtakingly beautiful, this stunning decorative headdress is styled after those designed for a bride. Akha artisan Thikaporn is proud to present this admirable headdress, handcrafted by her own mother, Sadaporn. She adorns the cotton headdress with an aluminum trapezoidal cap as well as multicolor pompoms. A waterfall of aluminum coins featuring dragons is flanked by multicolored glass beads to complete the grand design of this wedding headdress.

Originally from Yunan in China, Akha people live in Thailand's northern hills. Akha women are well known for their spectacular traditional costumes which include a headdress, a jacket worn over a halter-like garment, a short skirt, a sash with decorated ends, and leggings. Akha people are a proud and timeless culture, struggling to preserve their ancestral values through their traditional skills and knowledge. Akhas believe in continuity and see themselves as a link in the chain of life, which includes birth, procreation, the preservation of the Akha way of life – which venerates family life – and death, seen as a meeting with their ancestors.

  • 1.28 kgs
  • 2.8 lbs
  • 23.5 cm H x 28 cm W x 22 cm D
  • 9.25" H x 11" W x 8.75" D

  • 100% cotton, aluminum coins, glass beads and polyester trim
  • For decorative use only
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Intended as wall decor
  • Made in Thailand
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Thailandicon info
  • Product ID: 262692

Related Items

Scroll Left
Scroll Right

Customer Reviews

Purchased this? Leave your review.

Artist rating

Total reviews

36

Janet

Verified Reviewer

Oct 24, 2022

A Holiday favorite”

Adorning the Christmas tree is a delight with many beautiful Novica ornaments. Its a tradition to add a set every year.

Was This Review Helpful?

icon like Yes (0) No (0)

Madge

From West Los Angeles

Verified Reviewer

Jun 14, 2022

Beautiful!”

Lovely!

Purchased Item Happy Thai Doves, 4 Birds and Brass Bells Artisan Crafted Multicolor Ornaments

Was This Review Helpful?

icon like Yes (0) No (0)

Desiri

Verified Reviewer

Apr 15, 2022

Beautiful and High Quality”

I gave this to my friend who is from India. She was so pleased. They are beautiful colors and are well made. There are four people in her family so each of them got one. Thank you!

Was This Review Helpful?

icon like Yes (1) No (0)

Your Purchase Makes a Difference!

Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

"I am a member of the Akha hill tribe. My father crafted dƩcor accents, and traveled to Bangkok to sell them. I began working with handwoven bulrush handbags, embellished with Northern Thai patterned fabrics and the creative embroidery unique to the Akha people, who are skillful at needlework. Akha people earned very little from their routine work because their education level is not high, and some have no education at all. I am very happy to show what my people can do."

Job Creator

Job Creator

This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

Empowering Women

Empowering Women

The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

This artist supports children under the age of 18.

Customer & Stylist Suggestions

Meet the Artist
icon up