There are countless things one can do with a rebozo. It can serve as a food, fruit or baby carrier, a wrap to ward off the cold or an accessory during traditional celebrations.
The rebozo is characterized by its colors and textures and is recognized as a symbol of Mexican identity and tradition.
Guadalajara’s Casa de Rebozos is highlighting this tradition during a three-week-long rebozo festival, which ends November 28.
“The festival serves to showcase work done by rebozo makers, as well as promote its use among young people.” says Tanya Licea, the head of public relations at Casa de Rebozos, located at Lopez Cotilla 1939.
Among the displays are handmade silk rebozos from Santa Maria, San Luis Potosi. These rebozos sell for up to 7,000 pesos because of their fine detail.
“Each state has its unique way of making the rebozo. During the pre-Hispanic era, the technique used depended on the indigenous tribe, the fabric used and climate,” explains Licea.
First Lady Margarita Zavala de Calderon and legendary Mexican film actress Maria Felix are included in a photo gallery of famous personalities wearing rebozos.
“In the 1930s Maria Felix was portrayed as what a Mexican woman should look like and she always wore a rebozo,” notes Licea.
Another image shows Frida Kahlo on the cover of Vogue magazine in 1932 wearing a rebozo.
Remaining events in the festival include a rebozo auction on Friday, November 13, 8:30 p.m., and the show Reboceria, featuring legends of the rebozo told through dance, music and poetry, on Saturday, November 14, 8 p.m.
Those wishing to make their own silk rebozos can attend workshops on Saturdays, November 14, 21 and 28, all at 4 p.m.
The Casa de Rebozos is open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There are ongoing workshops every Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m., for a monthly fee of 260 pesos. For further information on the rebozo festival or the Casa de Rebozo contact Tanya Licea at (33) 3827-3219. English spoken.
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