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IEMANJA, BRAZILIAN SEA GODDESS

So we’ve been in São Paulo for one day and are about to peace out for day 2. I’ll share plenty of pictures etc. from the trip soon, but as promised here’s some of the Brazilian history I wanted to share. Brazil is similar to the U.S. in that it’s own culture is made up of many others—you know, the whole melting pot idea. That extends beyond the people and into all aspects of the country, in this case, mythology. Since much of this trip will be focused on sailing, the beach and the ocean, I took a look at Iemanjá, a sea goddess who originated in Africa but found her way to Brazil. Traditionally, she watches over fishermen and survivors of shipwrecks and is also the spirit of the moon. In the state of São Paulo, she is celebrated in early December and parades with gifts travel to the sea to a statue of her near the shore to give gifts in her honor. Pretty sweet. 

1. Saving mad shipwrecks

Dress by Carlos Miele, shoes by Mary Katrantzou

2. Makin’ the moon shine

Dress and shoes by Alexander McQueen

3. Bringin’ in them fish

Dress by Mary Katrantzou, shoes by Altuzarra

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