Jacket

Bagobo man’s jacket called the ompák-ka-mámâ. Open in front – “Bolero” style inspired by Spanish fashion. Plain weave of red and undyed checks. Jacket opening, sleeve opening, and jacket bottom decorated with ribbon applique, which is embroidered with multicolored threads of cotton in a repeating ‘X’ design. Shoulder displays similar applique and a pattern of a horizontal line and interlocking diamonds. According to art historian Lynda Angelica N. Reyes, this design is commonly found in Bagobo textiles to represent the crocodile as a charm to ward off evil.