Mexican poncho

Traditional mexican poncho It is a rectangular piece of fabric measuring 1.5 by 1.5 or 1.5 by 2 meters, in the middle of which a square is cut for the head. The word "poncho" means "blanket."

Long since this product was made of dense heavy wool and really strongly resembled a blanket thrown over shoulders, from which, most likely, it came. Both women and men wore ponchos. Most of the countries of Latin America have their poncho options.

Previously, residents of various Mexican provinces woven from wool on capes of their own, characteristic only for their area, rich in bright colors, geometric patterns in which they encrypted mythological plots, stories about the most important events in the history of the tribe and images of predatory animals.

Today, an ordinary piece of rectangular fabric has become something more than just a traditional piece of clothing of South American Indians. Poncho has become a fashionable stylish clothes with a wide variety of models, styles, materials, textures, patterns, patterns and prints. The only thing that remains unchanged over the centuries is the presence of a mandatory cutout for the head and the absence of even a hint of sleeves.

With the help of various ponchos and capes you can diversify any wardrobe. The poncho in the Mexican style is quite popular today, because it is a bright representative of the so-called boho-chic. This style, filled with plain silhouettes and ethnic motifs, involves the use of natural materials and dyes. And the Mexican poncho fits perfectly with fashion standards.

In the 60s of the last century, due to the growing popularity of the hippie movement, the poncho gained a second wind and became, along with bell bottoms and “gypsy” skirts, the favorite clothing of the representatives of the “progressive” youth of that time. It took just one decade, and the Mexican poncho began to enjoy great success with housewives and needlewomen. At that time there was a craze for knitting, and where to start, if not with a rectangular piece of cloth with a hole in the middle?

Over time, a simple cut varied. Needlewomen knit openwork poncho in the form of shawls, a poncho-sweater with braids, a poncho-vest in the herringbone, a narrow poncho on the chest, which is an alternative to the tippet, a long poncho that replaces a demi-season coat and other equally interesting models.

Traditionally, the manufacture of ponchos from the best and most expensive alpaca and vicuna wool was done by male weavers, while coarser, casual clothes for the poor were made from llama wool by women. Now, the use of manual labor and natural woolen materials has become unnecessary, more and more ponchos and capes are made industrially from knitwear, cotton, flax, silk and even nylon and fleece.

A poncho, or rather a cape, can be sewn from lightweight fabric, then instead of a pareo it can be worn on a swimsuit. The poncho knitted from yarn by hand or machine will replace a pullover, sweater or vest. A heavy poncho made of woolen coats will be an excellent alternative to an already seasoned demi-season overcoat.

In Mexico itself, ponchos are usually worn with long white shirts and white pants. If you decide to create an image in ethnic style, then Mexican poncho can be supplemented with tight pants, cowboy boots or “timberland” and massive national ornaments.A bulk bag made from natural materials, such as jute, would be quite appropriate in this ensemble. The typical hat of Mexicans is that a sombrero is not particularly accustomed to the European wardrobe, but it will be quite appropriate at a carnival or a costume ball.

Wear a poncho outfit with blue skinny jeans and high heel shoes. Bold women of fashion can combine a poncho or lightweight cape with an ethnic pattern with flared trousers and high-heeled shoes that have returned to fashion. A wide-brimmed hat will add a share of adventurism to the image.