Beautiful 70s Josefa organic cotton maxi dress. Purple with multi color ribbon work at the neckline and at the hemline. Yellow down the middle and on the sides to add a more bohemian vibe. And let’s not forget about the hand embroidery. Traditional Manta fabric is 100% organic cotton woven in an ancient Mayan custom. Their unique weaving creates a herringbone-textured pattern for an exquisite look and comfortable fit.
Excellent vintage condition, some discoloration on the purple fabric which is natural with the artisanal dying method used in Josefa dresses.
Dried Cleaned.
Made in Mexico.
A closer glance at Josefa Ibarra
Known simply as Josefa, she was a renowned designer whose dresses were coveted by celebrities such as Elizabeth Taylor. In 1963, upon her arrival at Puerto Vallarta to film The Night of the Iguana, the legendary actress took with her a considerable amount of dresses to wear back in Los Angeles. They would garner plenty of attention. In a matter of time, Elizabeth Taylor’s friends would also buy their own Josefas, turning it into a trend in multiple countries.
Many designers joined the trend, and over the years, many pieces were lovingly kept and preserved in closets around the world, souvenirs of a moment in time representing México’s age of glamour.
Laid flat:
13" Shoulder to shoulder
17" Bust
9" arm hole
21" waist
23" hips
23" sleeves
58" shoulder to hem
