The Local Government of Llanes and Three Folklore Groups Claim the Marketing Rights for the Traditional Llanes Costume

-- They consider it necessary because the traditional clothing of the community "is recognized both inside and outside of our borders"

-- The groups agree in the importance of "protecting our cultural heritage and authenticity"

Source: Article in El Comercio by by Ana Moriyón July 4, 2007

The groups are not suggesting that the traditional dress of Llanes be confined to the borders of the community, but they insist that it is worn properly and most importantly not mixed or confused with other regional costumes. "We don't want anyone to say that the traditional dress of Llanes is the Asturian dress", insisted those in Llanes. And with such demands they have hammered out an agreement with the three large folklore groups of Llanes - those which organized the celebrations of La Magdalena, San Roque and La Gúia - and can count on the support and backing of the town government of Llanes thanks to the work of the new councilman José Herrero. "

"Above all we need to recover the respect shown towards our traditional costume which enjoys years of history," said Oscar Torre. "Sometimes you see folks wearing woven sandals with the Llanes costume" whereas traditionally it would be born with black shoes, worried José Herrero.