Category: VOICES OF MEXICO
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ANIMAS
Catrina Ánimas gives physical form to this moment of reunion. She embodies the belief that on Día de Muertos, memory is expressed through tangible acts: lighting a candle, placing a photograph, preparing a familiar meal, arranging flowers and opening the home symbolically to those who came before. On November 2, the altar becomes the meeting…
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REVOLUCION
Catrina Revolución is part of iLaCatrina®’s Las Revolucionarias Collection, where art, fashion, and visual storytelling bring the history and spirit of the Mexican Revolution of 1910 into motion.
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FIESTA REINA
Fiesta Reina Catrina celebrates the extraordinary pageantry and cultural legacy of Fiesta San Antonio, a cherished tradition that unites the city each spring through history, service, and celebration. Inspired by Fiesta Royalty, this 2026 iLaCatrina® icon honors the queens, ambassadors, and cultural representatives who embody the spirit of San Antonio with grace, purpose, and pride.…
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POSADAS
Catrina Posadas was created to honor the legacy of the first and most influential image in the history of Mexican cultural symbolism: La Calavera Garbancera, sketched by illustrator and engraver José Guadalupe Posada in the early twentieth century. Posada created the etching between 1910 and 1913, using satire to critique the social aspirations of the…
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OTOMI
Catrina Otomí is part of the Voices of Mexico collection and celebrates the creative spirit of the Otomí people, one of Mexico’s oldest Indigenous groups whose roots reach back thousands of years, long before the rise of the Aztec Empire.
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ESCARAMUZA
Catrina Escaramuza celebrates the elegance and discipline of charrería, Mexico’s national sport and a treasured cultural art. Wearing an authentic gown crafted in Mexico by Camelia Mexican Boutique in collaboration with iLaCatrina, she honors the tradition of the escaramuza charra with grace, pride, and timeless beauty.
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CEMPASUCHIL
Our very own interpretation of the marigold Catrina, Catrina Cempasuchil (from the Nahuatl word Cempasuchitl) is a luminous homage to one of Mexico’s most revered flowers. For the Aztecs, the cempasuchil was more than a bloom, it was the sun’s reflection on earth, a bridge between the living and the dead. Known as the “flower…
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LA TEHUANA
Catrina Tehuana draws inspiration from the iconic attire of the Isthmus of Tehuantepec in Oaxaca—one of the most distinctive and culturally rich regions of Mexico. This striking figure pays homage to the traditional traje de Tehuana, a symbol of strength, beauty, and matriarchal pride, often associated with the legendary artist Frida Kahlo, who famously wore…
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FOLKLORE
Catrina Folklore is inspired by the vibrant colors, movement, and joy of folklórico dance—an iconic expression of Mexican culture celebrated around the world. Rather than wearing a traditional costume, this figure embodies a high-fashion interpretation that blends elegance with deep cultural symbolism. Her flowing silhouette, crafted from layers of colorful organza, is adorned with floral…
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LA MARIACHI
Mariachi Catrina embodies the joyous spirit and musical heritage of Mexico, celebrating the iconic mariachi tradition. Dressed in an elegant charro suit and adorned with intricate details, she represents the harmony, pride, and timeless melodies that define Mexican culture.