Rebozos - Traditional and yet not...

There is a wonderful exhibition of rebozos just across from Santo Domingo, once again showing off the brilliance of Oaxacan artists and culture. 

These beautiful pieces really push the limits of what is a very traditional garment. 

The ones of the indigeous women wearing trajes are by Alejando Cruz and the prices range fro 30,000 to 70,000 pesos ($1800 to 4100 US).

Rebozos are ubiquitous here and every village has a different way of wearing them. 

From Wikipedia. "It can be worn in various ways, usually folded or wrapped around the head and/or upper body to shade from the sun, provide warmth and as an accessory to an outfit. It is also used to carry babies and large bundles, especially among indigenous women" 

However, I don't think these will be carrying any babies. 

They all have the traditional woven fringes called rapacejos, which is another whole art unto itself. 

Oaxaca at its most creative and beautiful.