Within the framework of the 40th Carriage Exhibition, the event paid tribute to the mantilla tradition, a garment closely linked to Sevillian festivities such as carriage displays, bullfights, and the Feria de Abril. Unlike previous editions, this year the initiative included two main acts: the traditional photo shoot with models and the participation of content creators.
The proposal seeks for new generations to identify with this garment, adapting its codes without losing its essence. A spokesperson for the organizing agency highlighted that the white mantilla offers greater flexibility in color combinations compared to the black one, allowing for a more contemporary reinterpretation.
“"For a young woman to identify with the garment she wears and want to dress in a mantilla, there must be certain changes, and we are seeing them."
The evolution of this tradition is observed in the current preference for more acidic and saturated tones in dresses, while always respecting certain aesthetic limits. The designs chosen by content creators, although modern, maintain the mantilla's protocol in a less strict way than in the past.
Although traditionally associated with godmothers or the Carriage Exhibition, the white mantilla can be worn at various spring events such as bullfights, glory processions, weddings, or audiences. This democratization of its use and flexibility in combinations contribute to its popularization, especially at Andalusian weddings where the bride's friends opt for this attire.
To combine it, it is recommended to opt for plain fabrics and vibrant colors, accompanied by a party dress with sleeves, a clutch bag, sheer stockings, closed-toe high heels, and a mantón de Manila.
