Parranda:

Is heritage

Is culture

Is sabor

Is what makes us dance and celebrate

Is to belong

Is to be yourself

Is to be loved

Is cherish happy memories

Is style

Is personality

Is authenticity

Is a treat for all the Alijuna lovers out there

Inspired by the joyful memories of how I celebrated Christmas in Venezuela, a time steeped in warmth, tradition, and festive spirit.

What it means to grow up dancing at celebrations. To be surrounded by large gatherings of family and close friends, moving to the rhythms of merengue, gaitas, and salsa. These songs sank so deeply into my soul that, when I hear them again, I am immediately transported—not only by the music, but by the scents and flavors that come with them, to those places that hold the greatest meaning in my life.

As they say, “nadie te quita lo bailao”, no one can take away what you’ve danced. And it is true. Those moments shaped who I am today. They were times of joy, a childhood and youth filled with memories that will last a lifetime. I want that little girl to emerge more often, to help quiet the noise of the world, to allow me to sit in stillness and listen to the whispers of my soul. That legacy—being Venezuelan, from Cabimas and Maracaibo, to the world. I cherish the flavors of my land, its music, and the joy we find in our culture and in the company of our people.

Though I may be far from that world, I carry everything I lived within my heart, grateful for every moment spent there, for having grown up in it, for savoring it so much that even now, I can still feel and smell it. Grandma Josefa’s delicious gallina (hen) in December, Mom’s pan de jamón (ham bread), the nights spent making hallacas (a traditional Venezuelan dish for Christmas), Aunt Nelly’s pernil (pork leg), Aunt Lupe’s pasticho (lasagna), Aunt Mariela’s arroz con leche (rice pudding), Aunt Rosalba’s Russian salad...

I recall how everyone would don their finest attire, often brand new, complemented by nice accessories, radiating elegance and looking absolutely fantastic.

For all the reasons outlined above, my aspiration for this collection is that it feels like a truly special gift, crafted from a beautiful array of semi-precious stones, harmoniously combined in a style that is uniquely Alijuna. Ultimately, it is about weaving together cherished memories of people and places, transforming them into one-of-a-kind pieces that will evoke a sense of joy and elegance every time they are worn.

Unapologetically distinctive wrap bracelets and bracelets handcrafted with the bold, inventive  Alijuna style—designed exclusively for your enjoyment and to elevate your personal expression.

How great is to be able to use my creativity this way!

With love and care for details.

Carolina