#StDOMDiscovers Joaquina Botánica / A nostalgic journey down the ancestral tree is what inspired Giovanna Campagna to launch her brand, Joaquina Botanica. Made with exotic ingredients such as the Colombian orchid, camu camu, cacay, sacha inchi, and papaya, botanicals indigenous to the South American continent, Joaquina Botanica is paving the way for the future of … Read more
Since our homes have officially become our safe sanctuaries, office space and cradles of inspiration for both work and play, it’s time to consider (if you haven’t already) elevating your walls with art that has staying power. And, now, more than ever, it’s best to support locally. For a look into the ever expansive art … Read more
STYLE STORIES The Art of Dressing in 2021 The simple act of getting dressed may come as an art to some, but, more often than not, is a burdensome task for most. A chore from which we were granted respite over the past year, to the relief of many, because anyone can manage slipping on … Read more
Question: Define motherhood. Answer: Trick question, there is no right answer. Motherhood has many faces and wears many hats. Yet, if asked, I’ll bet most mothers would agree that of the many roles we play and titles we hold, our favorite- on most days- is that of Mom/Mama/Mami/Mother. In celebration of Mother’s Day, we spoke … Read more
Spring Soiree Hosting with Camila Paffen Eleven years ago I traveled to Colombia for the first time, and of the many takeaways from that trip was the realization that Colombians are consummate hosts- a belief that has only deepened throughout the years I’ve spent in this country I now call home. Whether it’s their mastery … Read more
Exactly one year ago the world stopped. Or so it seemed when all sorts of plans were cancelled, travel most notably at the top of the list. For Colombians- and any Latin American for that matter- the biggest blow came when spring vacations rolled around, and, with airports still closed, we were faced with the … Read more
#StDOMDiscovers Lima, Peru with Monica / Caracas-born jewelry designer Monica Sordo grew up a citizen of the world. After studying in Milan and working in Madrid, she chose New York as her home, and currently splits her time between Manhattan and Miami. Yet with her heart and creativity always tied to Latin America, for the … Read more
By: Kelly Talamas / There’s never been a more ideal time than the present to opt for a strictly lingerie dress-code on Valentine’s Day. While we’re not exactly ready to give up athleisure life just yet, the idea of stripping down to the bare essentials for one weekend is equal parts enticing and liberating. As … Read more
By: Kelly Talamas / The long awaited new year is here, and whether these early days in January find you lingering on the beach or nestled at home, as we look forward to the future, there’s a universal buoyant energy in our mood. Carefree, confident and optimistic, this attitude is embodied in the clothing that … Read more
THE ART OF RITUAL By: Kelly Talamas / While 2020 might be the year that changed the world as we knew it, it might also be the year that saved us from ourselves. It’s been said that rituals are powerful tools to combat anxiety, stress or grief. If sartorially speaking, 2020 was the year of … Read more
