Unique designs and spaces to visit on your next trip down Latin America
After many years of being the underdog, or an undiscovered fashion market, Central America (and the Caribbean) now stands out as the new spot for exclusive shopping
After living in Costa Rica for a few years and traveling through the region I saw how new brand and shopping spaces have risen one after the other, and saw how consumers have slowly taken an interest in them. Today, from sustainable & ethical options, to ateliers, concept and multi-brand spaces, you can find unique designs and products, and be sure that nobody else will be wearing it!
If you are a true cool hunter and trend obsessed, you´ll be sure to have these brands under your radar for your next travels.
Costa Rica
Piso Siete turns into the epicenter of boutique shopping for the contemporary woman. Under a strict exhibition of garments and accessories, the brand o ers collections that challenge the traditional dress sense. Blending its styling sessions with one-of-a-kind designs this spot acts as a platform to show national and international designers as Muss Muss, Carmiña Romero, Carao Jewelry, Diablitos, Palma Canaria, and Efraín Mogollón, among others.
“We seek to raise and strengthen the brands we represent” highlight the founders of Savanah House. From this showroom; fundamental strategies are given so that designers increase their possibilities of achieving business success and products compete with a global vision. In this hub, you can nd Colombian jewelry like Tao Company, national garments from Montserrat Dibango, Carmenta and Austère, footwear from Miranda Fashion, and bikinis from Caricaco Beachwear, among others.
Octavia, a collective space dedicated to emphasize essential products, clothing and jewelry under a personalized and comfortable environment. “This boutique is created from our passion for design” say the founders, consequently; since its opening, they included national brands like Vanessa Webb, Bogo and Laura Contreras. You can also and international names such as Mola Mola, or sustainable brands like Vitamina A, amongst others.
Honduras
From basic garments in denim, skirts with embroidered details or the most charming accessories with pompoms and textures, Voglio boutique has turned into a regular appearance in the feed of bloggers like Atenas Hernández, Angella Andonie and Mari Bardají.
Dominican Republic
Founded by the Ecuadorian, Claudia Gonzlez, and the Uruguayan, Florencia Bordino, the ready-to-wear brand Isla & White bets for the sophistication of the tropical woman. “We create limited garments, we love women to feel special and unique” highlight the creatives, who have positioned their showroom in the Caribbean as an inspiring space that projects the tropical identity of the island.
Designed and produced in Dominicana, the homonymous brand YG by Yoanny García is characterized for its versatile and innovative pieces for bag lovers. Since its beginning in 2014, the designer takes its leitmotiv “Get out of the box to open the box”; something that constantly inspires her to travel the world. Today, her products are positioned in Ireland, Morocco, Dubai, United States, and, naturally, in D.R. as well.
Panama
One of its greatest successes is its exclusivity on Australian brands like Cmeo the Label, Finders Keepers, Keepsake, and The Fifth Label giving a greater variety to the local wardrobe and bringing up the purest and most feminine side of the current trends. Likewise, they provide a variety of brands for skin care, as Herbivore Botanicals, accessories and stationers like Rifle Paper Co., and DOIY.
Fashion, design, and small curiosities turn Mixo Concept Store into a space dedicated to the lifestyle of the Panamanian woman. Among favorites are the home accessories: from little pieces of furniture, jute baskets from USA and Indonesia, and cushions to colorful ceramic vases that perfectly blend with the exhibition of tropical clothing.
Hombre, a space that others the trendiest accessories of today. “We believe in originality. We know that creativity lives outside of tradition. And we know that the evolution of man is in the opening of his mind” says the boutique, who with their innovative pieces seek to be the showcase of a universe of creativity.
Guatemala
With a great deal of passion for design and celebration of female empowerment, the designer Lia Cohen highlights, through her garments, a magnificent sense of luxury and creativity. From her beautiful boutique in Cayalá, in Guatemala City, and alongside her all woman team, Cohen shows a great selection of patterns, timeless dresses and clear-cut outfits.
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