GABRIELA PIRES BEACHWEAR Fashion Designer – Gabriela Pires Summer is here and swimsuit season is upon us!  So, this week, we are focusing on Swimwear Designer, Gabriela Pires, whose creations have earned their spots in several digital and print publications, fashion shows and television.  Most noteworthy are her swimsuit appearances in Sports Illustrated Swimwear Edition 2012, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018.   Gabriela Pires Beachwear is daring and definitely captures the spirit of Miami’s nightlife, mixed with resort lounging. The collection of luxury and couture swimwear is ..read more

Freedom a la cart is a Columbus based organization that provides support services and workforce training for human trafficking survivors so they have a chance to build a new life of freedom and employment sustainability. Survivors learn life and practical job skills through their support services and workforce development program. Some survivors work in their catering business, preparing fresh and flavorful cuisines and baking the most amazing cookies I’ve had, which can all be ordered online. Founded in 2009 by Julie Clark, the social enterprise has gone from what was once a single food cart ..read more

Claire Coder is a 21-year-old proud college dropout, entrepreneur and CEO (Chief Estrogen Officer) of Aunt Flow who is making headlines and changing the world one cycle at a time. Claire founded her company, Aunt Flow when she was just 19 years old after getting her period at an inopportune time during Columbus startup weekend in the fall of 2015.  In that same event, she placed second in the pitch competition, and later raised $25,000 in Kickstarter, competed in TLC’s girl starter and was recognized as the youngest Columbus’ 40 under 40 recipient.  Aunt Flow’s mission from the start ..read more

Ten months ago, I decided to take one of the biggest risks in my life by leaving my corporate job in retail to start a business with a purpose and do it full time.  I had a great paying job, but I knew I wanted to do something more, helping others out.  I took some time off and visited my home country with my parents, to do some soul searching while researching the arts and crafts cottage industry of the Philippines.  It was then that I discovered weaving co-ops (in some of the most remote villages) that provide jobs for women artisans, mostly mothers who didn’t finish high scho ..read more

Mom – 1973      “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” – President John Quincy Adams.     OUR INSPIRATION   Mom – December 2017 This Mother’s Day, we would like to recognize the woman who inspired us to be where we are today.  Our Mother, our “Shero”.  She is the light behind Buri and Beach. The image of her carrying straw bags when we were vacationing in the islands influenced the products we carry.  Her elegance and relaxed attitude is the vibe we want to exude.  Ho ..read more

MEET KELLY WILLIAMS We recently had a nice visit with Kelly Williams, a radio host, pageant owner, and a professional singer in the Bay Area in Houston, Texas.  If you haven’t already met this captivating soul, here is your chance to learn about her.  She leaves quite an impression on all she meets. Kelly just celebrated her first year anniversary with Vinyl Draught Radio, an online radio station in Clear Lake/Houston, Texas that focuses on a market defined by culture and style.  Her show, The Kelly Williams Show, centers around promoting local business, general health, lifestyl ..read more

Simplifying busy women’s lives is Liz Pacini’s mission through her blog. A Tennessee girl transplanted in Colorado, Liz started blogging last November after she wanted to have more social interaction and an outlet for her creative side. Blogging balances her life as a structural engineer. Liz mainly blogs about fashion, inspiring her audience on what to wear and saving them time on endless dead-end searches.  Aside from fashion, topics on fitness, faith, and random life hacks are other subjects she addresses. Her posts are fun to read and informational, splashed with images that show off ..read more

Jackie Neville, Personal Stylist and Founder of Your Stylist, LLC THE LIFE OF A PERSONAL FASHION STYLIST Have you ever wondered what goes on in the life of a personal fashion stylist? Most people often think that they have a glamorous job, where all they do is shop. However, there is a lot more to their job: budgeting, accounting, scheduling, inventory, emails, meetings and other entrepreneurial aspects. MEET JACKIE  We met Jackie Neville of Your Stylist, LLC at the Eco-Chic Fashion Show in March.  Jackie worked hand in hand with Cincy Chic, styling the models that were provid ..read more

Jennifer Vericella Prado and her sister Gina Vericella Crevi are the sibling team behind The Bra Lab company, helping women with the complex issue of finding the right bra for the perfect outfit. The company is revolutionizing the bra industry by creating versatile, interchangeable high-quality bras that will work with every outfit. As young girls, both sisters learned the arts of tailoring and design from their grandmother, a master tailor who immigrated from Italy. With different prior careers, their different experiences complement each other in their work. Jennifer comes from a finance bac ..read more

ECO CHIC FASHION SHOW FEATURES OUR NEW DESIGNS The 2018 Eco Chic Fashion Show in Cincinnati recently featured Buri and Beach’s 2018 Spring/Summer collection of straw bags.  Our new designs consist of interesting textures, shapes and patterns. Vibrant hues in plaids, stripes, checks and geometric decor were added to the collection.  In addition, we also spruced up some of our natural bags with a palm leaf icon and tassel adornments.  Our current ensemble of sustainable bags are full of personality and are ready to be toted on any occasion.  Since the warmer weather has final ..read more