Here at DARA, we are obsessed with travel, constantly dreaming about where we want to go and what we’re going to pack. This week, our team member Aydan is heading to the South of France. She’s agreed to share a few of her travel necessities so we can all live vicariously…  (more…)

From must-have travel apps to the world’s best hotel pools, these are the links we’re loving right now. (more…)

Textile experts widely acknowledge Bhutanese weaving to be among the most sophisticated and time consuming in the world.

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Summer wedding season has officially arrived. If you’re anything like us, you’ve probably found yourself scrolling through one too many mass-market gift registries, only to come up empty handed. (more…)

Americans throw away more than $165 billion worth of food on an annual basis. Award-winning chef and new MSNBC food correspondent Tom Colicchio is determined to bring that number down.
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From Wes Anderson cafes to a Bubble Palace in France – the Links We Love this week. (more…)

From quirky cafes to a famous turban, here are the links we love this week. (more…)

Our three Mother’s Day gift guides make it easier than ever to find the perfect handmade gift. There’s something here for every mom, whether she loves to travel the globe, host intimate dinner parties, or make a statement with her style. Shop the Wanderlust, Entertainer, and Created by Women collections, each featuring exquisitely crafted pieces that are tailor-made for her.

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DARA Artisans strives to preserve the powerful narrative of human creativity that is often shared within families and handed down for generations. With Mother’s Day around the corner, we want to celebrate the artistic link between mothers and daughters. Creative Director Pamela Berry and her daughter, photographer Anna Morassutti, share their top Mother’s Day gift ideas and discuss how their creative relationship has fostered a deeper understanding of each other and their careers.
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Earth Day is an important annual reminder to honor the environment. Just as DARA Artisans strives to preserve the beauty of craftsmanship, we also care deeply about preserving the beauty of our planet. Eco-friendly fashion and home decor have made major strides in the last decade, embracing sustainability and new technologies without sacrificing sophisticated style. These seven artisans make it easy to shop green.  (more…)