Mexico United Costumes

Winner:2017 IBPA Benjamin Franklin Awards, Silver, TravelThis book, geared to independent-minded travelers, presents the most safe and accessible regional markets and artisan events in Mexico, with an emphasis on finding the finest quality traditional textiles and shopping ethically. Where and when to go, how to get around, what to look for at each location, how to judge quality—it’s all here, with abundant photographs and common-sense advice.

These stylish and original aprons will have you feeling comfortable and looking good while you show off your skills! They are made from high quality premium polyester fabric and have an adjustable neck for ultimate comfort. Standard size will fits most adults. MEASUREMENTS: 31 inches long and 26 inches wide. They have black straps and ties. With tens of 1000's of fresh and fun designs these cool aprons are highly unique and perfect for any occasion, activity and task like cooking, baking, garden... [Read More]

The acclaimed photographer of African masks turns her lens to the astounding mask cultures of MexicoSince 1985, photographer Phyllis Galembo has traveled extensively to photograph sites of ritual dress in Africa and the Caribbean. In her latest body of work, collected in this new publication, Galembo turns to Mexico, where she captures cultural performances with a subterranean political edge. Using a direct, unaffected portrait style, Galembo captures her subjects informally posed but often stri... [Read More]

You can always recognize a painting by Kahlo because she is in nearly all--with her black braided hair and colorful Mexican outfits. A brave woman who was an invalid most of her life, she transformed herself into a living work of art. As famous for her self-portraits and haunting imagery as she was for her marriage to another famous artist, Diego Rivera, this strong and courageous painter was inspired by the ancient culture and history of her beloved homeland, Mexico. Her paintings continue to i... [Read More]

Un tributo a la memoria del antropologo aleman y pionero de la etnologia en Mexico, Konrad Theodor Preuss, quien emprendio su aventura mexicana hace un siglo. Fruto de ella son sus registros de cantos, rezos, musica y danzas documentados en ceremoniales coras, huicholes y mexicaneros, ademas de la recopilacion de 2 300 piezas artesanales, en su mayoria objetos rituales, que se dan a conocer en Mexico por primera vez en esta edicion.A tribute to the memory of German anthropologist and a pioneer o... [Read More]

"Fall leaves and pumpkins are everywhere. Carlos and Carmen are making plans to be in the costume contest. They both want to win, but neither of them wants the other to lose. It's a problem. A prize-winning problem! But with an old shirt, a pair of scissors, and a lot of creativity, the twins come up with a prize-winning solution"--Page 4 of cover.