Mariel behind "MARALOVE"

  • “From Vision to Reality: The Making of a MARALOVE Editorial”

    by Mariel Méndez
    Every MARALOVE editorial begins with an idea or inspiration that takes root in my mind—something I see, feel, or hear that lingers until it needs t...

  • “My First MARALOVE Runway Show: A Love Letter”

    by Mariel Méndez
    There are moments in life that take you right back to where it all began—where your passion was first born. For me, that moment happened as I stepp...

  • “I’m curious —what do you see when you look at your own work?”

    by Mariel Méndez
    Art as My Mirror: What I See When I Look at My Work   I’ve always believed that art has the ability to reveal. Sometimes it whispers, sometimes it ...

  • “The Soul of Color: Inspiration and Creative Process in The City of Soul Collection”

    by Mariel Méndez
    1. The Initial Spark: When an Idea Blooms   It all starts with an image, a moment, a sensation that demands to be captured on canvas. How was City ...

  • “The Evolution of My Style: A Reflection of Time”

    by Mariel Méndez
      Have you ever looked at an old photo and thought, “Wow, I can’t believe I used to wear that!” or maybe “I miss dressing like that”? That’s exactl...

  • “MOODY GIRLS DAY OUT” Fashion Show-Summer 2022

    by Mariel Méndez
    I was incredibly happy to share my artistic creations alongside upcycled accessories and clothing pieces. What began as a simple need to bring life...

  • “The Journey of My Art: From Magazines to the World”

    by Mariel Méndez
    It feels almost unreal how my creations have reached such incredible places around the world. Although I haven’t had the chance to exhibit them phy...

  • “The Rhythm of My Art: Between Movement and Introspection”

    by Mariel Méndez
    1. The Vertigo of Movement   I remember one night at an art show when, surrounded by lights and applause, I felt that all my effort had finally mad...

  • “Listening to My Body: A Healing Process”

    by Mariel Méndez
    The Return to Creation   After six months of going through a maternal loss, I was finally able to create again. For a while, I experienced an emoti...

  • “The City of Soul” Collection, 2025

    by Mariel Méndez
      From the very first moment I thought about the title for this collection, I knew it had to be connected to the soul. It wasn’t just a set of imag...

  • “Doing What Interests You: A Gift to Yourself”

    by Mariel Méndez
    If you always do what interests you, at least one person will be pleased: you.   One of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned in my daily growth i...

  • “The Importance of Freedom of Expression and Art as a Tool for Social Transformation”

    by Mariel Méndez
      In September 2024, I had the opportunity to participate in an article for WikiMujeres, an experience that made me deeply reflect on the importanc...