Tarecuato is a medium sized town with a deep textile tradition; all most elderly and middle aged women were wearing embroidered blouses and the black skirt. The belts were some of the finest I have seen in Mexico.
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The classic Purepecha shawl.

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Close up of the lace on the apron. The color combinations are up to the individual. There doesn't seem to be an over blouse worn here. 		tarecuato_3
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A close up of the belt