Rough hands and sometimes wrinkled over time shape the strands quality-export Genuine Panama Hats used by world leaders, Hollywood stars, music stars and other celebrities. These have now become a symbol of elegance, luxury and sophistication.
Montecristi, a town of artists, not only produces tagua jewelry, but also exports the famous Panama Hat, which is really from Ecuador.
Pile, is one of the sectors that have more production Montecristi hats. Fidel Espinal, note that this is laborious work, not only developing but also the selection of buds to remove the chaff is difficult, especially on rainy days.
Other craftsmen say their work is not appreciated, they do not have that fair compensation. They are almost always paid low prices and then be exported and resold at prices higher, leaving the workforce without the necessary value.
They share a video that emphasizes what we have said.
