This listing is for a 1950s Los Tepetates Mexican Painted Circle Skirt Size S/M. This skirt is a beautiful and rare example of a design that specifies a particular place in Mexico. In this case, it is Los Tepetates in Jalisco. This skirt features city life and includes the « Catedral » as well as the « Palacio de Gobierno ». What really dates this skirt and is totally cool is the 1950s automobile. The painted circle skirt, which gets its name from its full circle of fabric, became popular in America after the fabric restrictions imposed by World War II were lifted. The circle skirt takes approximately four yards of fabric to make; much more fabric than the 1940s straight pencil skirt required. The silhouette is considered American, but the embellishment techniques were all Mexican ingenuity. They were elaborately decorated with sequins, hand painting, embroidery, and appliques. This labor-intensive practice led the skirts to become a unique fashion entity. In order to hand-paint border scenes such as large floral patterns, cityscapes, and even tell a legend, many were laid out flat on a wooden wheel. The wheel was turned as the artist painted around the skirt (see last photo). After the painting was completed, (and some skirts were signed by the artist), sequins were hand-sewn onto the skirts. The skirts were typically 100% cotton and reflected vibrant Mexican culture. Architecture, nature, historic Mexican art and people were all considered themes. The circle skirts were originally made as souvenirs for tourists who wanted to take something of the Mexican way of life back home with them. These skirts typically have 2 ties – a shorter tie that wraps around the waist from back to front, and a longer tie that wraps from front to back and is tied in the back. The shorter waist tie can be tied, hooked or snapped. In this case, a button was added to the ties. You will probably need to move this button to perfectly fit your own waist, or you can just tie them. This skirt is in beautiful condition. The only very minor flaws I would point out is that the « Faldas Kent » label is faded, and there are a couple of light stains on the inside pocket. Neither of these minor flaws are seen because they are on the inside of the skirt. These skirts can be worn with just about any type of top. What I like about this skirt is that adding a colored top to it makes the 3 tone design really pop. The skirt also looks spectacular with the vintage Mexican Embroidered Tourist Jackets and Day of the Dead jacket that I have shown in my photos. All of these 3 jackets are for sale in separate listings on my site. The inlaid Mexican necklace is not included. Any dark areas are shadows from photographing. Please check measurements, below, to ensure a proper fit as this skirt is not returnable. Measurements: Skirt: Waist – 28″- 31″ Length – 32″ This skirt is in beautiful condition and is very figure flattering. Payment is due immediately for Buy It Now. I will ship this item USPS Ground Advantage with a tracking number. I do not accept returns unless an item is grossly misrepresented. I try to highlight any imperfections, but if I have overlooked something, please contact me and I will handle the matter quickly and professionally. Please check all measurements, carefully, before purchasing this garment as there are no returns. Please contact me if you have any questions about this listing.