Mexican culture represents death and rebirth, the entire reason for Day of the Dead celebrations. The skull symbolizes both sides, life and the afterlife.
Each type of feather represents something different. The eagle’s feather, however, is one of the most esteemed. In Native American culture the eagle is considered the strongest and bravest of all birds. For this reason, its feathers symbolize what is highest, bravest, strongest, and holiest. It has strong medicine.