Puerto Rican women in design: process, challenges and metaphors
A panel featuring five Puerto Rican women from diverse design fields will engage in a comprehensive discussion about their professional journeys and design methodologies. The conversation will focus on the profound impact of their Puerto Rican identity on their approach to design. The panelists, including members of Modo Consciente, Latinos in Design and the Puerto Rican diaspora, will openly delve into the distinctive challenges inherent in designing from an island perspective: specifically, a US territory. This includes navigating the intricacies of decision-making regarding relocation and the interplay of identity within their creative processes. By recounting personal narratives, the panel seeks to shed light on how cultural exchange between the diaspora and island-based designers has molded their design language, contributing to a sophisticated and nuanced outlook within the broader global design sphere.
Happy hour sponsored by Puerto Rico Distillery.
Pop-Up: May 18 & 19 (11am- 7pm)
Meet and shop from a selection of Puerto Rican brands from the island and diaspora.
Vendors:
Concalma | @shopconcalma (accessories)
Materia Madura | @materiamadura (home goods)
Sally Torres Vega | @sallytorresvega (apparel, women’s)
AIDA | @holaaida (vintage and apparel)
MUNS | @munsthebrand (jewelry)
YAYI | @yayibyyayiperez (apparel, women’s and men’s)
Isleñas | @islenasstudio (footwear)
Selenia Beauty | @seleniabeauty (nail care)
ESTHER kids | @_estherkids (kid’s)
Luiny | @luiny (jewelry)
About Modo Consciente:
A female-led community of Puerto Rican designers in the industrial, fashion, skincare and beauty sectors practicing and encouraging a sustainable lifestyle through their work. Modo Consciente, meaning conscientious mode in Spanish, strives to diversify the local creative economy by promoting conscientiously-made goods from Puerto Rican brands to a wider audience in and out of the island.
About Latinos in Design:
Latinos in Design is a vibrant network of forward-thinking professionals committed to championing cultural diversity within the design industry. Our mission is to create a dynamic community among Latino designers, enabling them to share insights, foster connections, and access mentorship opportunities. We strive to elevate Latino voices, paving the way for leadership and empowerment within the profession.
At Latinos in Design, we recognize the unique challenges our community faces, from surmounting cultural hurdles to confronting institutional biases. By nurturing a robust sense of belonging, we aim to not only celebrate our collective identity but also to inspire and develop the next generation of Latino leaders in design.
