Mexican Clothing

Modern Mexican clothing has a great deal in common with modern North American culture.

Mexican clothing in modern times is little different from common American clothing. Lighter clothing is typically the choice, both in color and style, because of the sometimes oppressive equatorial heat. Mexican clothing typically does not differ much from American clothing in modern times.

Traditional Mexican clothing, however, has a very distinct personal flare. Combining Mexican and imperial Spanish influences, traditional Mexican clothing is very distinctive. Traditional Mexican clothing can be found worn on a variety of holidays. The Day of the Dead is the biggest of these traditional holidays. Traditional Mexican clothing combines Spanish heritage with pre-Spanish influences. Of that ensemble, the Mexican Sombrero is probably the most easily recognized aspect.

Other easily recognizable elements of the traditional Mexican garb include the "charro" suit, frequently seen when worn by mariachis. Originating with pre-Spanish culture, the charro suit also has religious roots. The charro suit is very popular at a variety of Mexican events. Other traditional Mexican clothing includes a mixture of European influenced outfits, combined with a dash of pre-Spanish culture. These outfits owe a great deal to imperial Spanish culture. Mostly unchanged in their style, these Mexican outfits usually feature an added cape or hat for extra effect.

The sarape is an easily recognizable Mexican article of clothing. Consisting of a vibrantly colored garment that usually has a fringe, the sarape is collected both on a vintage basis and produced new. The sarape is a combination of Mayan culture with that of the Mexican poncho. The sarape is traditionally made in the Mexican state of Coahuila, and sold to city dwellers, as well as tourists passing through.

The rebozo is also a well known Mexican article of clothing, worn most often by women. Usually produced in vibrant colors, the rebozo is most commonly used as a shawl or scarf, and can range in price from that of a very inexpensive garment to a chic designer item. These are just a couple of the popular items in Mexican clothing.