In Aztec mythology, Xochiquetzal was the goddess of love, beauty, flowers, and fertility, and the protector of young women.

Xochiquetzal, one of the oldest Aztec gods, is always depicted as an alluring woman, richly attired and symbolically associated with vegetation and in particular flowers. She also served as a patroness of crafts practiced by women such as weaving and embroidery.By connotation,

Xochiquetzal is representative of human desire, appearing also as patroness of artisans involved in the manufacture of luxury items. The handmade attire of this icon serves as a visual representation of meticulous craftsmanship. The skirt features more than 2,000 flowers and acrylic gemstones. The headpiece and the winged heart-shape mixed-media piece are also handmade, and they both represent the blend of Aztec mythology and Christianity