NEBAJ, QUICHE OUTFIT (Doll is included)

This beautiful outfit represents the village of Nebaj, Quiche. It was hand woven on a back-strap loom. The Nebaj woman's costume is one of the most striking in Guatemala, and has won top awards in international pageants of traditional costume. A red corte or skirt, with yellow stripes, is held up by a woven faja (belt or sash). The huipil (traditional square-cut blouse) is heavily decorated with embroidered designs, The ensemble is topped with an elaborate headdress skillfully wrapped into the hair.