Huipil turns into a contemporary garment

The huipil is an ancestral garment that represents the beauty and culture of a complete country through its designs and textures. Denisse Kuri rescues this mysticism and renews it through her creations. Discover them!

The word huipil comes from the Nahuatl (a language native to Mexico) huipilli, which means ornate blouse or dress. Its origin dates back to pre-Hispanic times, but its use continues to this day.

For many years, the huipil has represented the culture of Mexico, because in each of its embroideries figures such as animals and plants, which tell various ancestral stories.

Thus, Denisse Kuri works hand to hand with these artisans from Chiapas, Puebla and Guerrero and together they have managed to innovate the classic design of the huipil and take it to the next level, where usability is broader and you can use this garment in your everyday situations.

What is the magic behind the Mexican huipil?

The huipil has existed for generations in the Mexican territory, but despite its national popularity, the recognition it received used to be little compared to the effort involved in its creation.

Mexican artisans are in charge of bringing these beautiful works of art to life through techniques such as the backstrap loom, a machine that dates back several centuries.

The colors, figures and patterns that are included in each huipil represent the essence and Mexican magic, since each one of them has a meaning that helps to understand the history of the country.

Just as huipiles can be created in neutral colors, such as beige, white or black, you can also create more colorful ones full of fringes that give a cheerful touch to daily clothing.

How does Denisse Kuri reinvent the traditional Mexican huipil?

Realizing that artisan garments such as the huipil did not have the relevance they deserved, Denisse Kuri created her brand to support the work of Mexican artisans and give it global diffusion that tells the world who Mexico is and shows that the handmade clothing also has a place in the fashion industry.

That’s why, the brand brings together the best of two worlds: Denisse Kuri's knowledge of fashion design and the ancestral knowledge of Mexican artisans for the creation of huipiles and other indigenous garments of the country.

Denisse Kuri's huipiles for everyday life

This brand aims to break the idea that artisan clothing is only used on "special occasions" by adding a touch of modernity and sublime elegance that allows you to wear your huipil both in the city, on the beach or in your resort time.

If you are a strong, independent woman with an elegant style, the María huipil will become your favorite. With a deep black tone, gold details and a modern design, you will be able to project your personality and feel safe among its hand-woven fabrics.

On the other hand, if your style is much more relaxed and you want to feel fresh and comfortable in your daily activities, the Nativity huipil will be your favorite design, because it not only has craftsmanship, it also has a color that will give you peace and delicate decorations on the shoulders that will allow you to show your most feminine side.

Finally, if your essence is much more seductive, let me tell you that the Xochipalli huipil will help you enhance your personality. It has a halter neckline that will leave your shoulders uncovered and translucent embroidery that will play with your feminine side.

As you can see, artisan and contemporary fashion are not far from each other and thanks to Denisse Kuri they have managed to establish the perfect synergy to fit in your lifestyle.

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It might also interest you: 5 Latin American brands that use the embroidery technique in their creations.

By Diana Mendoza