Mum Fest!!!...New Bern, NC

Midway through the East Coast Tour, Buena Onda found itself popular among the locals that attended Mum Festival in New Bern, NC. Kevin Kennedy iii and myself had a blast mingling with the locals and spreading the story of the Wayuu People. Thanks to Brendan Allwright (Center in photo), we had a place to stay for 4 days while enjoying the coast.

Day-N-Night...Our First Hip Hop Festival!

On the West Coast Festival Tour, Buena Onda had the opportunity to set up venue at the Day-N-Night Festival in Anaheim, California at Angel Stadium. This was a Hip Hop Festival and the first one of its kind that Buena Onda has done. The colorful Mochilas and Moroccan Bags definitely stood out amongst the majority of vendors at Day-N-Night. The Buena Onda Lifestyle Brand was accepted very well at this festival . Not to mention we did a bag give away for the attendees that followed Buena Onda on Instagram (and we just picked a winner!).   

Hanging in Lincoln, Nebraska

In between one festival and another we stopped in Lincoln, Nebraska.   On the next Buena Onda stopped by the Beer Fest at "The Bay", which includes a skatepark and a clothing store. They also support the non-profit organization "Skate for Change" (SFC), which is dedicated to youth empowerment and helping communities through action.

This Café has a charming atmosphere and probably the best coffee you can find around Lincoln.  Make sure to visit!  We thought it was the perfect setting for our one of a kind Buena Onda Mochilas. 

Handmade Buena Onda Guitar Straps

Buena Onda has the coolest guitar straps on the market.  They are completely handmade and fair-trade.  Thanks to the amazing artisans at Buena Onda all of our straps are completely one of a kind.  The leather attachments are added later on at our headquarters in North Platte, Nebraska.

We would also like to give a special shout out to Kevin Kennedy iii for modeling this guitar strap for the Buena Onda.  You can hear his music online or watch his videos at www.youtube.com/kevstalent.

Where in the World

It is our mission at Buena Onda to bring the Wayuu every corner of the globe.  Today I am in Cologne exploring the city and looking for people to partner with in order to get our story out to the masses.  If you know of any shop or business that would be interested in carrying the Buena Onda brand please drop us an email!

Hangout Festival: Fun in the Sun

We are happy to say it was another successful year at the famous Hangout Festival in Gulf Shores, Alabama.  Not only was the music spectacular with acts like the Weekend, Matt and Kim, and Florence and the Machine, but Buena Onda was surrounded by good friends and family.  

We would like to thank everyone who came by and supported our mission at Buena Onda.  

Shaky Knees Festival

Downtown Atlanta

Shaky Knees Festival was an awesome experience this year.  The Buena Onda crew had such a wonderful time sharing the Wayuu story, making new friends, and listening to some awesome music!!!

Kevin Kennedy iii playing a quick set a the Buena Onda booth.

Kevin Kennedy iii even stopped by to play a few songs off his new album "Umami."  You can check out his album at www.kevinkennedyiii.com.  

Moroccan Adventures

Buena Onda is looking for some inspiration in Morocco.  In the Le Jardin Majorelle in Marrakech.  The design and architecture in this culture is so amazing.  Stay tuned for more awesome photos from Buena Onda and the Wayuu People.  

Le Jardin Majorelle and Buena Onda

Buena Adventures

Fresh T's

Buena Onda has the freshest t's for this upcoming festival season.  Each pocket is handmade and one of a kind, which means your t-shirt was made just for you.  Not to mention each t-shirt you purchase helps employee a Wayuu Family in Colombia.  Don't miss out on this limited time offer! Shoot us an email to special order yours!

Buena Onda Cowboys

Black Friday is Here!!!

Oh yeah!!! Black Friday is here!  Are you stressed about the holiday season, have no fear because Buena Onda is here.  We are looking to help make your holiday shopping easy this year by providing amazing handmade products from the Wayuu People of Colombia.  Everything we sell is fair-trade and one of a kind.  The best part is we work directly with each Wayuu Family.

We've been everywhere, man (Festival Life)

"I've been everywhere, man. I've been everywhere, man. Crossed the desert's bare, man. I've breathed the mountain air, man..."

Over the past few months, Buena Onda has been living a Johnny Cash song, criss-crossing the country showcasing the amazing Wayuu mochilas at a myriad of music festivals. Alabama, Arkansas, Washington, Michigan…I’ve been everywhere, man.  

On our journey, while sharing a slice of Wayuu culture with the western world, I received a crash-course in festival culture.

As a “Festie Virgin” I was greeted in open arms by savvy veterans, who were as eager to enlighten me about festival culture as they were to tell me about how bitchin’ that Phish set was at Bonaroo ’09 or about “that one time” at Burning Man…for the fifth time. 

Shaky Knees, Hangout, Sasquatch, Wakarusa, and Electric Forest: great music, better people -- people of all shapes and sizes, races and religions. Short, tall, strange and awesome, at these festivals, people are uninhibited by the constraints of reality. It’s both beautiful and shocking to a newcomer (I’ve seen some stuff, man - the type of stuff you can’t un-see *feverishly rips a cigarette*).  But here’s the thing: everyone is your friend, everyone looks out for one another, and everyone shares the collective goal of having as much fun as humanly possible. Moods are high and vibes are great. Everyone es buena onda, if you will…nudge nudge, wink wink. 

Using mochilas as our medium, we were able to impart a piece of Wayuu culture to curious concertgoers. This "mochila-medium" as I've been calling it since right now (better trademark that), allows us to share the plight of the Wayuu People. And our message did not fall on deaf ears, in fact, it resonated -- an amazing feat, really, given that many of our patrons were fresh off a face-melting dose of acid 120 decibels of Bassnectar.

At the end of the day, we made a lot of great friends, witnessed some incredible performances (Charles Bradley is the G.O.A.T.), and were able to connect the Wayuu with the western world. One mochila at a time.

Of travel (and porta-potties) I’ve had my share, man. I’ve been everywhere. 

Well, it's the verbal Herman Munster a.k.a. Chali 2na performing at Wakarusa. 

Heading to Sasquatch Festival

Buena Onda is on the road again heading to the Sasquatch Festival.  It has been a long drive from Hangout Festival in Gulf Shores, Alabama but we are super excited to get to Washington State.  We are currently driving through the great state of Wyoming!

On the Road Again

Buena Onda has been traveling all over the USA this year!  We have had so much fun sharing the Wayuu story and making so many amazing friends along the way.  We are excited to be in ALABAMA today!

Buena Onda heads to SXSW

Hey Friends, 

We are on an adventure this week to make to SXSW in Austin, TX.  If you are going to be there be sure to be on the look out for us.  We will be doing many different giveaways and awesome deals all week long.  We can't wait to see you there!  

-Buena Onda

Lauren Grieco joins the Buena Onda

The beautiful Lauren Grieco joined the Buena Onda today to take an amazing photo shoot in Central Park.  Thank you so much Lauren for becoming a Buena Onda advocate.  Her finesse and style can be seen in the awesome photos we took.  If you are interested in any of these amazing mochilas please check out our shop.  You can also follow Lauren on instagram at www.instagram.com/lagrieco88

Buena Onda at AXIS 2015

Buena Onda is showing at the Axis Show this week in New York City.  We will be showing our new line of Wayuu Mochilas and Accessories, including some exciting new products that we are offering.  If you are in the city this week please stop by Pier 92/94 and come see us!  

Axis 2015

Buena Onda and The Lab

Lindsey rocking a Wayuu Mochila and a Revival Wrap.

Buena Onda first encountered The Lab at Bonaroo this past summer.  As fate would have it, The Lab was showcasing at Surf Expo last week.  So after speaking with the Owner Lindsey Barnett.  We decided to do a Buena Onda and The Lab photo shoot.  It turned out great!

Buena Onda Stocking Caps

Kevin wearing a brand new Buena Onda Stocking Cap.

This cold weather was really getting to us at Buena Onda, so we decided to get some Buena Onda Stocking Caps.  Now you can look good, stay warm, and rep Buena Onda in all seasons!

Surf Expo January 2015

The Buena Onda Crew at Surf Expo.

Buena Onda had an amazing showing at Surf Expo last week.  We made many new friends and saw a lot of great companies.  We also were able to share the story of the Wayuu People.  It was an opportunity to showcase Wayuu mochilas, Wayuu dresses, and everything else the Wayuu make.  We are so excited for the new boutiques and surf shops that we will be working with this coming year!  A big thanks to all our supporters! 

Feliz Navidad from Buena Onda

Feliz Navidad from Buena Onda!

Buena Onda would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas!  Feliz Navidad!  We hope everyone is have a happy holiday season with their friends and family.  God Bless and we will see you in the New Year!

If you are still looking for great Christmas presents please check out our Wayuu Mochilas, Wayuu Dresses, Wayuu Clutches, Wayuu Bracelets, and Wayuu Belts.