Modern 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 usually seen due to the high year around temperatures.  Mexican clothing in large cities of the modern era does not really differ much at all from that found commonly further north, such as in American cities.

Traditional Mexican clothing, however, has a very distinct personal flare.  Blending the influences of Native American and European styles, traditional Mexican clothing is very distinctive.  Traditional Mexican clothing can be found worn on a variety of holidays.  The Day of the Dead is perhaps one of the most famous of these holidays, although there are numerous others.  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.  The charro suit has its origins in pre-Spanish Mexican culture, as well as that of Catholic influence.  The charro suit is very popular at a variety of Mexican events.  Other traditional Mexican clothing includes a mixture of European influenced outfits, with a dash of colonial Mexico mixed in.  These outfits can typically be traced in their influence to imperial Spain.  Mostly unchanged in their style, these Mexican outfits also typically feature added touches like a cape or hat.

The sarape is another common Mexican clothing feature.  A brightly colored scarf with 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 can be seen used as a scarf or shawl, 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.

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