The Black Hmong women are identified by the dark indigo color of their clothing. Their legs are wrapped with a velvet type cloth, to keep them warm in the winter months. The dark color is highlighted by embroidery on the arms and with accessories. The terraced rice fields that mark Sapa are in the background.
One of the many kids we saw along our walk the first day to Cat Cat village. He was at the entrance to the village with his mother. He was testing out the tastiness and strength of her embroidery.
While walking through the flower market one afternoon, we spotted a camera crew shooting down one of the isles. It was amusing to watch these four women act "natural", admiring and choosing flowers for their New Year's celebration.
