Valerie Kaftan - Floral Tiles Gardenia

After traveling the world with her husband and children, Carolina and her family settled in the magical town of Tepoztlan, Mexico. They continued to travel to Bolivia and Peru during the developing stages of her brand, where combining the artisanal work of different cultures became the differentiating ingredient of the emerging designs. At present, Carolina and her family enjoy living in Miami, FL where she opened her first design studio and store. As a pioneer in working with communities of artisans in Latin America, the brand is known for its hand-embroidered details made authentically by artisans from remote regions of Mexico, Peru, and India. Carolina’s desire to preserve artisanal traditions is a vital part of her DNA and philosophy.