Our story

 

Hi, Hello, Hola!

Thank you so much for supporting our business!

To us, sisterhood is more than shared tastes, habits, or even family ties, and yes, even for us as identical twin sisters who share a few physical features too (lol)! It’s about celebrating each other’s talents and coming together to create something meaningful.

I’m Leyla, an architect and the founder and designer behind ANDINA. And I’m Laury, a marketeer and project manager, co-owner of ANDINA, with a deep love for art, design, and cross-cultural collaboration.

Together, we’re building a brand that reflects our roots, our creativity, and our belief in the power of collaboration. That’s how this brand was born: from a shared passion for design, culture, and connection.

Living abroad for many years has made us deeply aware of how fortunate we are to come from a country rich in culture and art (Peru), and to now live in a place we also call home (Canada), where multiculturalism is not only present, but celebrated!

ANDINA is our way of connecting two cultures that, while they may not share the same language, share something even deeper: the same openness to diversity, the same passion for storytelling through craft and creativity and the same flag colors!! (Isn’t that a sign? 😊)

At the heart of our brand are values we hold dear: authenticity, collaboration, and respect. We believe in fair trade, in honoring artisan work, and in co-creating designs that celebrate heritage and love as a form of expression. Alongside a small team of Peruvian artisans and embroiderers, we craft each piece with intention, beauty, and joy.

Your support fuels our growth and helps us celebrate the beauty of cultural exchange. This journey allows us to stay rooted in our heritage while planting new dreams in this beautiful country.  Thank you for helping us honor where we come from and imagine boldly where we’re headed!