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Huipil Betaza

Bee Staz
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This is a beautiful traditional huipil made in San Melchor Betaza, Oaxaca. Each piece features a series rhombuses embroidered throughout the front and back. The shape each huipil carries is  also known as "butterflies" and created to form a symbol that represents dawn.

Details
  • Cloth: 100% Manta cotton
  • Elaboration time: 3 days
  • Technique: The shape of rhombus are achieved by guiding each stitch using an industrial  machine .
  • Care: Wash by hand, do not wring, and do not use bleach.

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This is a beautiful traditional huipil made in San Melchor Betaza, Oaxaca. Each piece features a series rhombuses embroidered throughout the front and back. The shape each huipil carries is  also known as "butterflies" and created to form a symbol that represents dawn.

  • Cloth: 100% Manta cotton
  • Elaboration time: 3 days
  • Technique: The shape of rhombus are achieved by guiding each stitch using an industrial  machine .
  • Care: Wash by hand, do not wring, and do not use bleach.

San Melchor Betaza is in the northern Sierra of Oaxaca and has a population of about 800 people. Here, Angela Lizbeth Yescas Garcia, founder of Bee Staz, created the brand dedicated to uplifting San Melchor Betaza, Oaxaca, through their stories and textiles. Bee Staz means sleeping air, a name that pays homage to the community of Betaza, otherwise known as the place where the wind blows in Zapotec.

Lizbeth started Bee Staz in 2018 after seeing the unethical practices among artisanal clothing within her community. She would frequently hear about the low costs at which the traditional clothing pieces from Betaza were being purchased, only to find out that it was being resold at a much higher price point. This left those in her community with little to nothing compared to the buyers' profits. So, she decided to move back home and take matters into her own hands.

Currently, Bee Staz is made up of 25 artisans from the local community. The designs range from traditional pieces featuring motifs and teachings from their community to innovative styles based on artisanal techniques.

Things don't always go according to plan, and when they don't, we're here. We stand behind the products we offer, but if something doesn't work out we are ready to make things right! We want to make sure you have the best experience possible.

If your order did not work out, we are happy to assist with an exchange or return. Please note exclusions apply and we can only offer exchanges and returns for orders made within the United States.

Exchanges and returns are eligible within 30 days from delivery--request must be made within this window. It is important to note that we will honor the date you made contact, not the day we receive the request. With this said, no need to panic if you don’t hear from us within the time frame aforementioned.

Holiday Shopping: For all orders placed from November 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023, you have until January 20, 2024, to process a return or exchange.

The following items are NOT eligible for exchange or return:

  • Custom items (i.e. bridal designs)
  • Made-to-order items (i.e. 14k gold jewelry)
  • Clearance or archive sale items
  • Items marked as "Final Sale"
  • International sales

In order to be eligible for an exchange or return the following conditions must be met:

  1. The item must be in the same condition that you received it: unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging.
  2. Please inspect your order within 3 days of delivery and notify us immediately if the item is damaged, or defective, or if there is an error in your order.

How to start a return/exchange:

To start the process, please fill out this exchange/return form and allow 3 business days for a response. If your request is accepted, you will receive a shipping label via email. All items must be dropped off at your nearest USPS office within 7 business days of receiving a return label. A restock and processing fee of $10 will be invoiced.

IMPORTANT - Please read.

  • Exchanges are subject to stock availability.
  • Shipping and handling fees will not be refunded.
  • No exchanges or returns will be accepted after 30 days of delivery. Requests will be honored based on the date of inquiry. If you are unable to meet this suspense, please reach out to us at service@cadenacollective.com.
  • Damages and manufacturing defects must be reported within 3 days of delivery. 
  • The returned item must be in new condition. If it is soiled or damaged, it will NOT be approved.
  • Store credit or refunds will be processed once the item has been returned.
    • The refund will be processed according to your bank institution and takes about 3-5 business days to appear back in your account.
  • Custom-made, special edition, clearance, personalized, or any item that is marked non-returnable or final sale are NOT eligible.