In Asturian tradition, the peineta (a traditional Spanish comb) was never just a hair accessory; it was a symbol of pride and identity. More than a mere complement, it was a cultural emblem that turned everyday moments into ritual.
I remember walking through my city and pausing to watch the regional dances: every costume, every skirt, every peineta told its own story. The peinetas rose gracefully on the dancers’ heads, complementing each movement, conveying strength and tradition, making me feel part of a living legacy.
But the magic of the peineta isn’t only in the dances. I also recall the ladies at funerals, dressed in black with their mantillas and carefully placed peinetas. Every gesture, every detail, spoke of respect, memory, and the presence of history in daily life.
For me, the peineta has always been more than an object: it is a thread that connects generations, a symbol of belonging, and of the feminine strength that lives within tradition.
