For Buddha Mama’s collection for COUTURE, the mother-daughter design duo Nancy and Dakota Badia dial up the color and craft with their signature boldness and spiritual flair. Known for their maximalist enamel work and eclectic symbolism, the new collection brings fresh momentum to their creative legacy: this time with a palette that includes juicy enamel shades like Kelly Green and Clementine.
A standout bib necklace, strung with their disco ball chains, sets the tone — unapologetically glamorous, with a wink to heritage references and playful originality. Elaborating on the disco ball chain bib being an homage to Cartier, Dakota shares that their version was “inspired by a sales associate” at one of their stores and a piece that she had worn.
Color continues to be a driving force behind the designs. The latest enamel evil-eye pendants and matching earrings, reimagined in every shade of their growing spectrum, reflect the duo’s evolving obsessions and their constant urge to reinterpret icons. “The expansion of the enamel colors is never-ending,” says Dakota, citing everything from vintage references to store associates as unexpected sources of inspiration. A heart-shaped peridot cross and a set of sculptural gemstone hoops also make their debut, infused with their signature mix of reverence and rock-and-roll.
While Nancy launched Buddha Mama in 2008, the collaborative spirit between mother and daughter has kept the brand dynamic and emotionally grounded. “Our family and friends, as individuals and as mother and daughter, give us the greatest joy,” says Nancy. “Staying present and grateful feeds our souls, and keeps us inspired and moving forward creatively.” And that joy radiates through every piece crafted at Buddha Mama, as the duo draws on their shared appreciation and the soulful energy of everyday life.
