As a Texas born company, we always love supporting other mama founded brands across the state. This year, instead of bringing you a traditional gift guide, we thought we would share some of our favorite products from mama founded brands in Dallas and across the state of Texas!
If you’re from Texas, then you’re probably already familiar with so many of the amazing mamas behind the brands on our list and the fact that so many of these businesses operate right here in our hometown of Dallas, makes us so proud!
See any we missed? Let us know in the comments below. In the meantime, be sure to scroll through to learn more about these incredible Texas businesses founded by mamas!
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Noble 31, founded by sisters and moms, Madi Davis and Mackenzie Moore
The moms behind the brand: Madi and Mackenzie are sisters who are enamored with all things design from clothing, to home goods, to art. Noble 31 focuses on empowering women through dress and the collections are designed to seamlessly take you through your day no costume change necessary.
Our Pick: The Presley Dress
Why: Because it's the perfect holiday dress for mama to gift herself. Bump friendly, handcrafted and made by mamas in TX. What's not to love?
Noble 31
2
Caitlin Wilson, founded by mom of 5, Caitlin Wilson
The mom behind the brand: Inspired by a love for beautiful art and design, Caitlin Wilson launched Caitlin Wilson Design in 2007. Pattern and color are her forte and the foundation on which she designs her signature interiors and home decor products. It is her passion & intention to continue to create timeless designs that span across many styles and are accessible to all.
Our pick: The Toile de Jouy Carre
Why: Perfect for gifting or wrapping up your own little one. Carrés can be used as a light blanket, as a chic stroller accessory, as a photo background, or to create some shade or privacy for feeding.
Atelier Choux x Caitlin Wilson
3
Mi Golondrina, founded by mom of 2, Cristina Lynch
The mom behind the brand: Cristina Lynch Bird, a Dallas based mom of two, founded Mi Golondrina in 2013 to share the beauty of Mexico with the modern day woman. Inspired by her mother’s Mexican heritage and love of Mexican art, Every Mi Golondrina garment is born in the small villages of Mexico, hand-stitched by skilled artisans who have been using these methods for over 200 years.
Our pick: The Morning Midi Dress by Mi Golondrina x Lake
Why: If you love PJ's, then you're most likely already a huge fan of Lake and if you love Mi Golondrina, then you're already familiar with the intricate detail placed on every hand-embroidered design. The collab is a match we look forward to year after year. The best part? This collection is available for mama and her littles!
Mi Golondrina x Lake Pajamas
4
Leatherology, founded by mom of 2, Rae Liu
The mom behind the brand: In 2008, Rae Liu co-founded Leatherology with her brother David to help others elevate and celebrate the everyday through beautifully designed leather goods.
Our pick: The Leather Train Case (size Medium)
Why: The train case is perfect for travel and looks great on the vanity too. Don't forget to choose from one of the many personalization options!
Leatherology
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Fenwick Fields, co-founded by moms, Annie Stull and Emily Johnson
The moms behind the brand: Co-founders, Annie Stull and Emily Johnson, create luxury table linens with a whimsical touch for collectable modern heirlooms.
Our pick: Round Scalloped Placemats
Why: Hand illustrated designed with holiday wreaths, peonies and pines, this
Fenwick Fields
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Honey + Hank, founded by mom of 2, Jenny Smiley
The mom behind the brand: Jenny’s background in both interior and graphic design led her to launch Honey + Hank as a lifestyle brand with a whimsical collection of patterns inspired by the shapes of the United States. “Honey” and “Hank” are the grandparent names Jenny’s two kids call her parents.
Our pick: The Bar Cart Gift Set
Why: We couldn't think of a better hostess gift! The hand packed gift set comes with tea towels and matching paper cocktail napkins. Bonus: it arrives wrapped and ready to gift!
Honey + Hank
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Dondolo, founded by mom of 4, Catalina Gonzalez
The mom behind the brand: Catalina, a Dallas based mom of 4, started Dondolo because of her strong desire to give back, especially to children, mothers and their communities. Today, Dondolo is recognized internationally as a luxury lifestyle brand that provides children and women with beautiful, heirloom-quality clothing made from Catalina's native country of Colombia.
Our pick: The Bethlehem Girl Bubble
Why: We love Dondolo because of the quality of each of their handmade pieces, a gift that can be passed down through the generations. The Bethlehem Bubble was designed in collaboration with another Dallas mom of four and designer, Lucy Murchison, founder of Love Lucy, to illustrate the sweetest nativity scene to commemorate and celebrate the birth of Jesus.
Dondolo
8
Nicola Bathie, founded by mom of 3, Nicola Bathie McLaughlin
The mom behind the brand: Born in Johannesburg, South Africa and brought up in San Antonio, Texas, Nicola Bathie McLaughlin is recognized for timeless and beautiful design aesthetic from jewelry to interiors to a myriad of successful collabs.
Our pick: The Golden Alphabet Studs
Why: These studs are a fun way to celebrate a new bride, new mama, or accessory loving relative or friend with something beautiful and personalized
Nicola Bathie McLaughlin
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Miron Crosby, founded by sisters Sarah Means and Lizzie Means Duplantis, mom of 5
The mom behind the brand: Founded by sisters Lizzie Means Duplantis, a mom of five, and her sister, Sarah Means, Miron Crosby is inspired by the sisters’ experiences of growing up on their family’s West Texas cattle ranch, and later living and working in New York City. The artisanal boots are designed in New York, hand-made in Texas, and created with love!
Our pick: Miron Crosby baby booties.
Why: Can you think of a better way to welcome a new baby into the world, than a first first pair of cowboy boots? Bonus: monogramming is available through the Miron Crosby site
Miron Crosby
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Joy Creative Shop, founded by mom of 3, Steph Weibring
The mom behind the brand: Steph Weibring is a graphic designer, turned stationery maker who craves living a life she loves, being a mom & a wife, doing what she's passionate about as her 'work'. She's inspired by good music, great typography/color and abstract art.
Our pick: The Lined Modern Classics Notepad
Why: These are a desk staple and a go-to gift for any occasion. The best part is that you can make your notepad unique to you with personalized name and color choices!
Joy Creative Shop
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La Vie Style House, founded by moms Lindsey McClain and Jamie Coulter
The moms behind the brand: In 2013 Lindsey Mcclain and Jamie Coulter met in a pilates class in Dallas and instantly bonded over their shared love of fashion. Both had worked in the fashion industry and were ready to start a new venture together. With their mutual affinity for vintage clothing and cool effortless pieces La Vie Style House was born. A curated collection of playful one size fits all caftans.
Our Pick: no.0376 black sequin mini caftan
Why: Given heirloom quality of everything La Vie, everyone needs at least one La Vie piece in their wardrobe. Throw in sequins for the holidays and you have a holiday LBD for life!
La Vie Style House
