In addition, she is the influencer behind the fashion and lifestyle blog,. She is also the founder of Aiya Candle Co, a line known for its sophisticated scents. Hayet Rida is a creative strategist for Facebook and Instagram. The signature fragrances are inspired by various elements of her Afro-Cuban and Guyanese heritage. Creator of Aiya Candle, and Creative Strategist. These vegan, coconut, black soy wax candles are both luxurious and fierce. VELA NEGRA is her latest + most personal business baby. Cort is a first generation Cuban-Guyanese-American, full-time lecturer of Spanish at Howard University, an entrepreneur, podcast host and newly, a candle maker. 100% vegan coconut soy wax and ethically sourced wooden wickĪbout the maker: VELA NEGRA founder Dr.Papi: Inspired and dedicated to the maker's Guyanese father, Leon Lloyd and his appreciation of fine cologne, and the perfect tie and shirt combo, Papi is a rugged blend of amber, ginger, musk, and palo santo. This fragrance is a beautifully delightful blend of hibiscus and rosewater. Mima: Inspired by the maker's grandmother, Carmelda Ufronia, an Afro-Cuban woman with Jamaican and Panamanian roots.

The black wax is a symbol for elegance and power, and the unique fragrances and their namesakes are inspired by the maker's Afro-Cuban and Guyanese heritage.Īshé: This fragrance captures a cleansing palo santo and sage blend, grounded by chinotto, cedarwood and blackwood to bring a bit of ashé into your home.Īzúcar: This scent blends alluring fragrances of sweet honey balanced with notes of tamarind, clove, and brown sugar.įlor : A celebration of Latin America, summer things and new beginnings! This scent blends gardenia, jasmine, tonka and sandalwood. Each candle is individually hand-poured in Washington, DC using 100% vegan coconut soy wax and ethically sourced wooden wicks. Meet VELA NEGRA, your new favorite candle line.

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