Fashion and Coolhunting
A new chapter has just begun for KOUA with the opening of the brand’s first Paris gallery-boutique and the launch of its latest capsule collection, Madame Avant Moi. The occasion felt like the perfect moment to sit down with Erika Álvarez the creative mind behind the brand to discuss its journey, the inspiration behind the new collection, and […]
A few days ago, I stumbled upon the Instagram profile of Maria Pena Lanzon, a fashion designer from Spain who lives in Mexico City, and I was immediately captivated by her talent. Her work caught my attention right away, and I knew I had to reach out and ask her for an interview. Beca: How did […]
A few months ago, I had the opportunity to meet the talented Mexican fashion designer Guillermo Jester, and ever since, I had wanted to interview him for the blog. Thank you so much, Guillermo, for taking the time to share your story with me and with the readers of Pancakes and Mimosas. Beca: Tell us about your […]
Yesterday I had the best time at the atelier of Mexican fashion designer Carmen Rión who presented her newest collection “Las Hijas del Maíz: Una Nueva Cosecha”. (The Daughters of the Corn) “The collection “The Daughters of the Corn” is a tribute to the food that has shaped our culture and that continues to consolidate […]
Last Thursday, I attended the United Legacy fashion competition and runway show at the Vértiz Campus of the University of Londres, organized by the Fashion Design program. (Mexico City) All of the participants were alumni who presented three of the most iconic looks from their graduate collections. The prize consisted of a scholarship designed to support them […]
Yesterday, I went window shopping with my significant other at Liverpool, a department store in Mexico City. Two days ago, while scrolling through fashion news on Instagram, I came across the new collaboration between the Mexican artisanal sustainable brand Someone Somewhere and Adidas. The collaboration between Someone Somewhere and Adidas is part of the launch surrounding Mexico’s third jersey for the FIFA World […]
A couple of weeks ago, I visited the store and studio of CRUDA, the brand founded by Costa Rican designer Pamela Hernández. Back in 2021, I wrote about the brand and its approach to sustainable, ethical footwear, so experiencing the space in person felt especially meaningful. Now, five years later, I had the opportunity to […]
Last Thursday, I went to Bomboti in Polanco for the opening of the “CARNAVAL” exhibition by 1/8 Takamura. Bomboti is an amazing hotspot where you can find art, design, and fashion, all from Mexican designers. I also had the opportunity to watch the fashion film by Julio Muñoz about “CARNAVAL,” the first runway show SS 2026 by 1/8 Takamura […]
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to visit and tour the studio and showroom of the brand 1/8 Takamura, founded by Mexican designer Guillermo Vargas Ayluardo. Located on República de El Salvador in Mexico City’s Historic Center, the studio brings together a team of approximately 20 people working across different areas that shape and sustain the brand. […]
Hello everyone! I’m sorry it took me so long to post about this amazing exhibition at the Franz Mayer Museum in Mexico City. I went there about a month ago with my significant other, and we had the best time. I also recommend trying breakfast or lunch at the museum — it’s absolutely delicious. If […]