Explore Mexican folklore through the power of symbolic clothing with Gina Hernandez. Gina will be donning an authentic Catrina, the traditional hand-embroidered dress worn to celebrate Día de los Muertos and inspired by La Calavera Catrina, the iconic skeleton figure created by Mexican cartoonist José Guadalupe Posada. Stop by and learn more about the history of the dress, the celebration, and other bits of Mexican culture and folklore.
Dulzura began about five years ago as a small creative idea, and over time, she has grown into the character she is today—a Catrina created with love, patience, and a deep appreciation for handmade artistry. Every detail of Dulzura is carefully handmade. Her dresses are hand-sewn, embroidered, hand-painted, and thoughtfully assembled, while each headpiece and accessory is created with the same dedication. Hours of patience, creativity, and care go into bringing every piece to life. Dulzura is more than a Catrina—she represents the beauty of tradition, creativity, and the love that goes into creating something truly one of a kind.
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