Raíces y Razón

A space to learn, reflect, and connect — exploring the stories, practices, and voices that shape Cadena.

Orígenes | Education

A study of craft, culture, and continuity. Discover the hands, histories, and methods behind each creation.

Journal | Reflections

Here, you will find personal notes from within the world of Cadena. Stories of growth, memory, and the moments that have shaped our path.

Style & Ritual | Lifestyle

How we live with what we make. Insights on adornment, ritual, and the beauty of intentional living.

Voces | Community

Conversations on identity, belonging, and the collective voices that guide our purpose.

This Veterans Day...
Journal | Reflections
Mabel Aguirre 2 min read
This Veterans Day...

I read somewhere that women are the most visible servicemembers and the most invisible veterans. I joined the military in...

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You're Worth It ✨
Style & Ritual | Lifestyle
Alejandra Aguirre 2 min read
You're Worth It ✨

We know what you might be thinking… "I can’t afford that beautiful item right now." And that’s okay. I remember when...

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How Does Latin America View Death?
Orígenes | Education
Ashley Rivera Mercado 4 min read
How Does Latin America View Death?

For many Latines, death is just as much a part of life as living is. For us, death exists to remind us to celebrate every moment we have alive - to be thankful for the days we’re given and fill them with as much joy and meaning as possible. 

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Meet EGR: Where Artisanal Meets Urban
Orígenes | Education
Alejandra Aguirre 2 min read
Meet EGR: Where Artisanal Meets Urban
Working with EGR is a new adventure for us at Cadena and we have taken this step to further reimagine what Mexican fashion looks like. The days of painting Mexican fashion as cheap, exploitative and low quality are over. We are excited to welcome a talented designer, especially one that merges the artisanal details of handmade with the urban designs of everyday fashion.
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Being Latina is Not a Trend
Voces | Community
Ashley Rivera Mercado 4 min read
Being Latina is Not a Trend

Latinas are known for a variety of things - from harmful stereotypes about being “spicy” or “toxica” to friendlier and...

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Why Our Community Should Support Puerto Rico Beyond Music
Voces | Community
Ashley Rivera Mercado 5 min read
Why Our Community Should Support Puerto Rico Beyond Music
Don’t think of Puerto Rico only when natural disasters occur or because Bad Bunny has a hit. Think of us in terms of our people, our cultura, and our plight as a modern colony of the United States. As Latines, we’re far more alike than we think, and that connection goes far beyond borders to form the amazing diaspora of all of our communities together. Pa’lante, mi gente!
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Courage of the Mexican Revolution: Adela Velarde Pérez, "La Adelita"
Mabel Aguirre 4 min read
Courage of the Mexican Revolution: Adela Velarde Pérez, "La Adelita"
You may be familiar with the famous “Adelitas” or "Soldaderas", they are known as the women who fought alongside men in the Mexican Revolution. But did you know there is a woman behind the nickname? Her name was Adela Velarde Pérez born on September 8, 1900 in Chihuahua, México. She was said to be friendly, bold, brave, and smart. At just 13 years old, she became part of “La Cruz Blanca” where she learned medical skills against her father’s wishes.
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5 Scents That Take Us Back to Our Latine Childhood
Alejandra Aguirre 2 min read
5 Scents That Take Us Back to Our Latine Childhood

There are sudden moments where I catch a scent and my memory takes me back to moments of joy. Sometimes...

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