The Gaucamayo was inspired and specially created for strong leaders of the Yawanawa tribe in the Brazilian rainforest that our brand owner created a few special pieces while on her trip to their land and home. The feathers of the Gaucamayo are sacred and represent many spiritual aspects for the yawanawa and many tribes ranging from areas all over South America to Mexico and even into the lives of tribes living in the lower states of North America.
For many of the tribes of Central and South America, they believe the macaw brings healing through color and light. The macaw is also considered a valuable part of the vitality of the forest - as they forage fruits and nuts and then drop seeds through their excrement they assist in propagating life in the forests. The macaw is a sacred power animal for the Inga tribe of Putamayo, Colombia. It represents grace and ease. It is the guardian, the protector of the air element and of the winds, carrying prayers to the heavens. The Bororo Tribe of Brazil considers the macaw a messenger of the gods and ancestors. The macaw is often a symbol of sacred union and lasting relationships. This idea is rooted in the fact that the macaw forms a pair bond and mates for life. The lifespan of a macaw can reach 80 years. Along with breeding, macaws also share food with their mates and enjoy mutual grooming.
To many tribes the macaw is also a symbol of song and communication. Their ability to mimic human speech has led to a belief in some tribes that these birds are sacred communicators between the human and the bird worlds.
The Gaucamayo is a beautiful array of vibrant colors through out the sacred hair wrap to bring vibrance to your spirit when you wear it.
Each sacred hair wrap comes with a matching sachet, every piece we make at The Sacred Adornment is blessed and prayed over with sacred smudge from the Amazon Rainforest as well as a special gift from us to you with your order in each package. All materials are organic, gentle and safe for your hair, skin and soul.
