pretty clothing

Painstakingly embroidered over the course of three days at the hands of an artisan, this mini skirt takes on its unique character. The elaborate design features immense detail in each flower, bird and butterfly, with each consisting of meters of thread embroidered through a time-tested process. Artisan Anaychay incorporates Andean identity into this skirt, which is fashioned from acrylic in the style traditionally used for the Qashwa circle dance belonging to the indigenous Quechua-speaking people of Peru. Comfortable, thanks to its cotton blend inner lining, and adapted to daily life, this embroidered mini skirt brings the celebration to summer.

The sun, the shaman, and the peyote flower are all sacred symbols of Huichol cosmogony now on display on this jewelry box from Mexico. Ana Maria González masters decoupage techniques on a pinewood jewelry box featuring a top deck with three compartments and a lower drawer.

The rich artistic heritage of Central Asia includes the decorative tradition of Suzani embroidery. Ripe pomegranates adorn the front, the old-world symbol of abundance and prosperity, while vines and leaves are brought to life by silk threads in pretty colors, all hand stitched onto a silk and cotton base. The backside showcases the artistry of hand woven ikat, another cherished textile tradition of Central Asia. Complete with a hidden zip closure, the cushion cover is a testament to the timeless elegance and craftsmanship that defines this extraordinary art form. The Uzbekistani team puts their expertise into practice to create the embroidered pomegranate-themed scene that adorns the front, often used as omens of fertility and abundance. The accessory, made in silk fabrics and threads features a contrasting cotton ikat farbic ornamenting the back, concealing the zipper opening.

This mirror reflects the festive traditions of the Andes, when people wear colorful and sometimes mystical masks to celebrate their patron saint. Alejandro Chávez crafts each mask by hand of ceramic. Known as a retablo, the diorama's intricate hand-shaped figurines are housed in a colorful wood chest.