VESTIDO DE CHINA POBLANA EN ROJO
Vestido de china poblana con una falda en color rojo combinada con beige. El color beige se encuentra en la cadera y la parte baja de la falda, decorada con un cuajado de lentejuelas grandes en color plata combinadas con chaquira. Al centro y al frente de la falda, se aprecia un águila, y bajo el águila, un círculo. En la parte baja, todo el contorno está bordado con mariposas y guías, mientras que en los dos laterales destacan bordados con motivos prehispánicos.
El atuendo se complementa con una faja roja, una blusa blanca de manta bordada con motivos florales en hilo fino, y un trenzado con triángulos en color rojo en los contornos del cuello y las mangas. Un rebozo rojo cubre parte de los hombros, y en el cuello luce un collar de cuentas en colores rojo y verde.
The history and background of the China Poblana costume dates back to the 17th and 18th centuries in Mexico. Its origin is linked to a rich cultural fusion between China, India, and colonial New Spain.
The China Poblana costume is a fusion of elements of traditional Indian dress, such as the choli (short blouse), sari (wrap-around cloth) and odhani (scarf), with local Mexican influences, such as petticoats and wide skirts. The combination of rich fabrics, elaborate embroidery and vibrant colors resulted in a unique garment that reflected the diversity and creativity of the time.
Over time, the China Poblana costume became a symbol of Mexican identity and an icon of popular culture. It was adopted in festivities, traditional dances and patriotic celebrations. Over the centuries, it has evolved and adapted, but has always maintained its distinctive essence.
Today, the China Poblana costume remains a tangible representation of Mexico's rich cultural heritage and a tribute to the mix of influences that have shaped the country's identity. Its legacy endures as a reminder of the diversity and creativity that enrich Mexico's history.