From the maker

Timeless Mexican Short-sleeve Embroidered Dress Handmade in San Antonino Castillo Velasco, Oaxaca.

Feminine at its core with a loose silhouette, this classic Sophia dress features hand-embroidered floral pansy flowers. What makes this blouse unique besides the intricate embroidery are the delicate embroidery that represents the community and/or family’s union with interchanged men and women lined and holding hands, found across the upper bust area. This unique and particular technique is called “Hazme Si Puedes”, which translates to “Make me if you can” and, as its name suggests, is distinctive for the difficulty in replicating and typical of the region.

The embroidered designs are made by drawing the floral patterns on the fabric and then using a small hoop to embroider the design section by section. The dress is then added final details like crochet, steamed, and sent our way.

Made with high-quality cotton fabric, soft, non-toxic

Pleated, comfortable silhouette

Intended to fit loosely

Midi length

Short-Sleeve

Adorned by crocheted lines on neckline and sleeves

Front center embroidered detail

It may take over a month to make only one of these blouses

Why we love it: the hazme si puedes embroidery, located at the front chest, depicts people and can only be made by experienced embroiderers, and it’s unique to San Antonino Castillo Velasco community

Suggested measurements:

Size S M L XL XXL

Numeric Size 2 to 4 4 to 6 8 to 10 12 to 14 16w to 18w

Shoulder 16" 17" 18" 18" 20"

Bust 36" 40" 44" 46" 50"

Length 26" 28" 29" 30" 31"

There might be a slight 1" variation due to its artisanal nature.

CARE: To maintain the quality of the intricate floral work, we recommend hand washing and air drying or washing and drying in delicate settings. Iron on low.

At Lolo - Mercadito we are committed to acknowledging the nature of each product. With each purchase, you get a unique and authentic piece made with love by artisans from Mexico. These dresses are one-of-a-kind pieces of handmade art. For this reason, there might be some flaws and variations in sizing, stitching placement, and design.