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WHAT IS A GUAYABERA? THE HISTORY BEHIND THIS TRADITIONAL MENS SHIRT
In Latin America and the Caribbean it's common to see men wearing guayaberas. The guayabera is a traditional men's clothing item known for its four pockets and two rows of tucks. In Latin American and Caribbean culture, it has become one of the most iconic pieces of clothing because of its widespread use and distinctive design. Despite its far-reaching popularity, the circumstances of the guayabera's origin and stylistic development are not exactly known. Pieces of the history of this shirt can be found in various legends, archives, advertisements, historical photographs, articles and other sources of information from different centuries. Stay along to learn more about this incredible men's fashion piece!
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ARTISAN PARTNERS ACROSS MEXICO
Our brand is founded on strong personal and long-lasting relationships with artisans in Mexico, fair and ethical business practices and creating a transparent supply chain. Through fair trade and ethical business practices, we hope to create an economic opportunity for many Mexican artisans and their families all while allowing them to preserve the traditions of hand embroidery that have been passed down through many generations. Our direct partnerships with artisans eliminate the middleman and allow more resources to be made available to communities in need that may not benefit from many economic and educational resources. On today's blog get to to know all our artisan partners across Mexico!
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