Ventura Embroidered Guatemalan Caftan - Navy & Taupe
Traditionally a ceremonial piece - worn in weddings and religious events, the Ventura caftan is EXQUISITE. Layer upon layer of intricate embroidery in a taupe, almost gold color on a hand-woven navy blue traditional textile. Timelessly chic, this is bohemian elegance at its best.
The Ventura is named for a Guatemalan folk tale about a strong woman who proclaimed herself governor of Guatemala in 1541 -changing her name from La Dona Beatriz to La Sin Ventura. She MUST have been a strong woman to do that in 1541!
Based on ancient Mayan spinning and dyeing techniques, Guatemalan textiles are an enduring link to a rich cultural past. Weavers today (mostly women) still derive colors for their threads from vegetables and minerals and continue to use the original Mayan loom, also known as a backstrap loom, that consists of rods, rope, and a strap that is worn around the weaver’s waist! With skill and creativity, these Mayan weavers preserve their traditional craft techniques while creating an income for their families.
At Larkin Lane, Lark hand selects authentic textiles and collaborates with Guatemalan artisans in the design of each product. Your purchase supports these craftsmen and women. Thank you for the role you play in keeping global textile traditions alive!
PRODUCT DETAILS
HOW WE WEAR IT: The gauzy material is sheer (in the most elegant way), so we wear the Ventura caftan with a skin tone or navy camisole and pants or jeans. Strappy sandals or wedges complete the look! This can also be worn as a cover-up... Go from poolside to party effortlessly!
SIZING: One size fits most - comfortably fits sizes Small to Extra Large - Traditional caftan shape flatters all body types!
Materials
Materials: Cotton
Made in Guatemala
Colors: Navy blue textile body, embroidery in a taupe/ gold color
Features
• Hand-loomed and hand-embroidered
• Embroidered neckline and sleeves
• Round neckline
• Natural fibers and dyes
Guatemalan weavers are mainly women, who derive natural dyes for their threads from vegetables and minerals. They still use the Mayan back-strap loom along with traditional spinning and embroidery techniques.
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Our Commitment
Lark hand selects authentic textiles and collaborates with artisan partners in the design of each product. Your purchase supports these craftsmen and women. Thank you for the role you play in keeping global textile traditions alive.
