Análisis de la indumentaria de las mujeres danzantes del Inti Raymi del pueblo Kayambi. Comunidades de la parroquia de Cangahua

Abstract

The present research focuses on the analysis of the festive attire worn by women dancers during the Inti Raymi celebration in the communities of Cochapamba and Pucará, with the purpose of understanding its characteristics, transformations, meanings, and its relationship to the festivity. The study examines the aesthetic and symbolic elements of this ceremonial clothing, as well as the social and historical dynamics that have influenced its evolution. The research is developed under a qualitative approach that integrates ethnographic design and the inductive method, allowing the attire to be analyzed from a broad and contextualized perspective. The methodological process incorporated various data collection techniques, including a bibliographic documentary review, semi-structured interviews with women dancers, historians, and community leaders, as well as photographic analysis sheets corresponding to the years 2020 and 2025 in the communities of Cochapamba and Pucará. The results show that the attire of the women dancers constitutes a central element of cultural identity. Over time, changes have been recorded in materials, colors, and manufacturing techniques, driven by processes of cultural adaptation, resource availability, and contemporary influences; however, the symbolic meanings associated with each element persist. The comparative analysis between both communities reveals significant aesthetic differences: in Cochapamba, more sober colors, less complex embroidery, and the predominant use of the white shawl are observed. The skirt pleats are finer, giving the attire a simpler and more traditional character. In contrast, in Pucará, vibrant colors such as orange, yellow, and green stand out, accompanied by larger and more striking embroidery. The skirt pleats are wider, and the shawls are larger, creating a more dynamic and ornamented festive aesthetic. The transformations recorded between 2020 and 2025 in both communities are mainly related to textile types and sewing techniques. In the past, heavier materials such complexity, mostly produced by machine. A progressive incorporation of new decorative elements, such as ribbons, lace, beads, and shiny appliqués, is also evident. This study not only contributes to the academic field of apparel design and cultural research but also supports the safeguarding of intangible heritage by offering a clear and documented understanding of the cultural relevance of festive clothing. This analysis becomes a tool that strengthens future research and preservation projects aimed at protecting textile identity within the community. as wool and cloth were used, and the embroidery was simple and handcrafted. Currently, lighter textiles especially polyester predominate, and the embroidery shows greater