Mexican designer blends soccer and pre-Hispanic culture ahead of the World Cup
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Cande Martinez prepares soccer jerseys, inspired by papel picado and traditional folk art, from the brand Mexclart, in Cuautitln Izcalli, Mexico, Monday, May 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Marco Ugarte)Cande Martinez prepares soccer jerseys, inspired by papel picado and traditional folk art, from the brand Mexclart, in Cuautitln Izcalli, Mexico, Monday, May 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Marco Ugarte)Designer Hugo Rosas poses for a photo with soccer jerseys, inspired by papel picado and traditional folk art, from his brand Mexclart, which he produces in his workshop in Cuautitln Izcalli, Mexico, Monday, May 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Marco Ugarte)Cande Martinez prepares soccer jerseys, inspired by papel picado and traditional folk art, from the brand Mexclart, in Cuautitln Izcalli, Mexico, Monday, May 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Marco Ugarte)Cande Martinez prepares soccer jerseys inspired by papel picado and traditional folk art, alongside her cat Nube in Cuautitln Izcalli, Mexico, Monday, May 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Marco Ugarte)Designer Hugo Rosas poses for a photo wearing a soccer jersey, inspired by papel picado and traditional folk art, from his brand Mexclart, which he produces in his workshop in Cuautitln Izcalli, Mexico, Monday, May 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Marco Ugarte)
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Cande Martinez prepares soccer jerseys, inspired by papel picado and traditional folk art, from the brand Mexclart, in Cuautitln Izcalli, Mexico, Monday, May 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Marco Ugarte)