From recipes inspired by our favorite literary heroines to a tour of Frieda Kahlo’s Mexico City home, here are the links we love this week. (more…)

Sidai Designs began in 2011 as a small workshop of five Maasai women, nestled on a dusty back street in the city of Arusha. Founders Eszter Rabin and Emanuel Melubo Laizer gradually expanded their network of women artisans in Tanzania, collaborating with them to create beautifully handmade jewelry using traditional Maasai beading techniques. (more…)

Matta sarongs are handwoven and hand-spun in India, mixing centuries-old techniques with a modern color palette. We can’t get enough of their stunning patterns and soft cotton texture. Best of all, they are incredibly versatile. It’s amazing how a single piece of clothing can transform into so many different looks. Check out five of our favorite ways to wear them. (more…)

Livewell co-founders Claire O’Hare and Susan DiMarco are more than just jewelry designers and business partners— they’re also sisters! We sat down with the stylish duo to find out more about their brand and how they decided to work together. (more…)

I recently had the pleasure of attending The Ipsos Girls’ Lounge conference at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in France. Founded by Ipsos CEO Shelley Zalis, The Ipsos Girls’ Lounge sets up shop at large trading events around the world, providing a place for women in the marketing, advertising, research, media and technology industries to network and inspire one another. (more…)

George Billard visits Mirena Kim‘s Los Angeles studio to get an inside look at the artisan’s process. (more…)

Just because it’s summer doesn’t mean you have to ditch your layers! In the spirit of keeping cool without sacrificing style, we’ve turned to jewelry designer Lena Skadegard for some expert advice on how to layer your favorite accessories. (more…)

Summer is my favorite season for entertaining. Whether I’m planning a laid-back outdoor tandoori barbecue or elegant dinner party, there’s something about the warm weather that makes everyone relax and have fun.  (more…)

With Fourth of July around the corner, it finally feels like summer is in full swing, and we’re in a vacation state of mind here at DARA. Join us on a journey around the world as we share our staff picks for favorite travel destinations.  (more…)

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…)