Costa Rica’s rainy season is not a reason to cancel your trip; it is one of the most beautiful times to experience the country. Usually running from May through November, the green season brings warm mornings, dramatic afternoon showers, lush forests, fuller...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] People often come to me asking what the new trend is. After working in the fashion industry for 30 years (yes, 30!) and living in this beautiful country, I have to offer this advice: you should always adapt today’s popular trends to...
[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Costa Rica’s rainy season is warm, green, dramatic and, at times, gloriously soggy. One minute you are sipping coffee in sunshine, and the next you are sprinting for cover while the sky empties a swimming pool over your...
Clothes do far more than cover the body—they quietly shape how we feel, think, and even behave throughout the day. From the texture against your skin to the colours you choose, what you wear can subtly steer your mood in ways you may not always notice. How Do Clothes...
Fashion Flash: Animal Magnetism. The true story of the animal print was born in the caveman era, when people used animal skins to protect themselves from the wind and cold. Thousands of years later, during medieval times, fur garments were used to mark a symbol of...
Ensuring that the bikini or clothing you buy is genuinely made in Costa Rica can be tricky because many tourist shops sell imported or relabeled items. In fact, some sellers have been known to replace original tags with “Made in Costa Rica” labels,...
. For years, curvy women were treated like an “afterthought” by mainstream fashion, and that’s finally changing. The shift didn’t happen because everyone suddenly became enlightened—it happened because women kept demanding better options, and brands realised the...
Whenever I travel, I want to have the perfect outfit for each occasion—without packing my entire wardrobe. First, I pick my dreamy Costa Rica itinerary (because one trip can include a city, a beach, and a cloud forest). Then I decide where I am going to stay. Last,...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Packing for kids doesn’t have to feel like you’re prepping for an expedition to the Moon. The trick is to pack in a way that makes mornings easy, keeps everyone comfortable when the weather changes, and avoids the classic holiday...
Costa Rica’s beaches aren’t just backdrops for your holiday photos – they’re places where sun, salt and style meet. From surf towns to sleepy coves, you’ll see everything from sleek one-pieces to barely-there bikinis. The trick is choosing what makes you feel...
Costa Rica Destination Weddings: Your Legal, Laid-Back Guide Destination weddings in Costa Rica are popular because they combine a stunning holiday with a relaxed wedding and honeymoon in one trip. Instead of juggling multiple venues and dates at home, couples can...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] I love jewelry! It makes me feel “dressed” even in pajamas. From big chunky necklaces to tiny silver pendants, jewelry completes your outfit and shows a bit more of your personality. Is your style classic or more eccentric when...