Colombians are gorgeous, and most urbanites grew up immersed in an accelerated culture that blends traditional folk arts with modern, international influences. Their sense of style is wholly unique and buying local clothing and jewellery makes for the perfect wearable-art souvenir.
Andrea Landa is a second-generation Medellín designer whose clothing reflects European influences (after studying in Paris, Florence, Barcelona and London) combined with more traditional Colombian handicrafting techniques. Definitely check out her deft leather work and innovative use of digital prints.
Makua (pictured above) is a jewellery line that directly works with two local indigenous communities: the Embera Chami, known for their artisan embroideries with crystal beads; and the Kuna Tule, famous for their textiles featuring applied embroidery. Each Makua piece is one-of-a-kind, created with the legacy of indigenous design and the craftsmanship of modern jewellery-making techniques.
Both designers, along with many others, can be found at Makeno, a Medellín fashion incubator for local emerging and established artists.
Carrera 37 #10-35, Interior 403, Medellín, Colombia
5 Souvenirs You Must Bring Back from Medellín, Colombia
Catherine is a lifestyle writer, specializing in travel, style, food and beauty. You can read more of her work in WestWorld, Real Weddings, AsiaSpa, Darpan, Wine Enthusiast and others. Follow her on social (Instagram, Snapchat & Twitter) @TSEwords.
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