Mariel behind "MARALOVE"

  • “Built with Heart:The Journey of MARALOVE”

    by Mariel Méndez
    Building MARALOVE has not been a race. It has been a slow, loving journey, full of decisions I choose with my heart.   We live in a world where eve...

  • “MARALOVE Blog: The City Of Soul in Motion – London, Paris, and Rome”

    by Mariel Méndez
    I’d love to share in this space the truly special experience that was my trip to London, Paris, and Rome—a journey that began as a family vacation ...

  • “MARALOVE Finds: Unique Pieces from the Places That Inspire Me”

    by Mariel Méndez
      There’s something magical about finding beauty in the most unexpected places.   Whether it’s a vintage treasure tucked away in a street market or...

  • “The Mood Behind the photoshoots”

    by Mariel Méndez
    Every MARALOVE shoot begins with one question: What does the moment feel like?   Before the outfits, before the styling, even before the camera—the...

  • “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...