Modern Iran is an endless valley of contradictions. At once, an origin of civilization with little left to show for its rich cultural linage. The land is either arid or lush while its people are both outgoing and secretive. Women must wear headscarves, but dominate university enrollment. Alcohol is forbidden except among ethnic minorities, but Iran has the third highest alcohol consumption in the Middle East after Turkey and Saudi Arabia. Despite anti-Zionist fervor among some clerics, Jews move freely from home to shops and synagogues.

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Out with the old and in with the new. Revamp your living space with DARA exclusives! From throws to furniture – we have handpicked the top 10 must haves for your living room update.

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DARA Artisans recently traveled on a sourcing trip to Tunisia, a delightful gem of a country on the Mediterranean coast of North Africa.  As a lover of textiles, I was instantly taken with the exotic charm of vintage Berber weavings from the southern deserts. (more…)

Although the groundhog did not see its shadow this year, there is still time to purchase items for your spring mountain retreat! Now’s a great time to spice up your winter wardrobe with the latest trends. We’ve assembled a roundup of our favorite, beautifully handmade picks for the mountains.
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Your long-awaited spring break getaway is just around the corner and we hope you’re heading off to a warm, tropical destination for some serious R&R. But first…allow us to reduce the stress of packing with these DARA top spring break essentials. Bon Voyage!

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The value of reexamination is inherent in works of true craftsmanship—each time you stop to admire them, you notice something new and captivating—something you never saw before.

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Korean ceramicist Yi Yoonshin doesn’t just want to create exquisitely handcrafted pottery—she wants to use exquisitely handcrafted pottery to change people’s lives.

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We’re partnering with our favorite trendsetters, globetrotters, style icons from around the world to bring you the DARA Artisans Tastemaker Series. This new feature will highlight everything from insider travel tips and restaurant recommendations to coveted style forecasts and favorite discoveries.

Today we meet Ken Fish, President and Founder of Absolute Travel.
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We’re partnering with our favorite trendsetters, globetrotters, style icons from around the world to bring you the DARA Artisans Tastemaker Series. This new feature will highlight everything from insider travel tips and restaurant recommendations to coveted style forecasts and favorite discoveries.

Today we meet Emily Miller, the founder of Trends on Trends. (more…)

We’re partnering with our favorite trendsetters, globetrotters, style icons from around the world to bring you the DARA Artisans Tastemaker Series. This new feature will highlight everything from insider travel tips and restaurant recommendations to coveted style forecasts and favorite discoveries.

Today we meet Andrea Stanford, Design & Interiors Editor for C Magazine. (more…)