At Namastecita, we believe that life should be lived to the fullest and with passion. We want to reflect this philosophy in our products, as well as in the stories that inspire them.
Today, we want to share with you the origins behind the name of our new mat collection: "Viva la Vida": a testament to our love for music, adventure, and, of course, yoga.
A musical journey
Nico and I, founders of Namastecita, share a passion for music and the unparalleled experience of experiencing live concerts. Coldplay, with their unique energy, has always enchanted us! And our adventures to see this band live are what gave life to the designs of our new collection.
From Tasmania to Melbourne
In 2016, we embarked on a journey from Tasmania to Melbourne, Australia, to see Coldplay live. On a tight budget, we faced the adventure of staying awake for about 50 hours straight! Despite the obstacles, such as trying to break into the concert world and facing a concert culture very different from our own (as you can see in the photo, the Aussies were a bit angry), nothing could wipe the smiles off our faces.
The magic of Coldplay in Barcelona
Six years later, in 2023, Coldplay came to Barcelona for a series of concerts, but we were disappointed not to get tickets, as they had been bought by scalpers who were selling them at sky-high prices (how unfair!). As if that weren't enough, we lived around the corner from Montjuïc, and the stadium where Coldplay played was right there, so from our window we could hear the music and cheers from all the first nights of concerts. On the last night, we decided to go and try to get in (without tickets, and I was pregnant with our second son, Pau). We went to the gates, told our story to all the guards, and thanks to the compassion of one of them, we managed to get into the concert (for free!), experiencing a magical and unforgettable night.
Viva la Vida: An Invitation to Live Fully
Coldplay concerts aren't just that; they're shows in every sense of the word, and for us, they were experiences that make you say... wow, LONG LIVE LIFE!
Each mat in this collection is inspired by a different Coldplay song, reflecting this desire to live life to the fullest. Thanks to Vero Castaño for bringing the songs "A Head Full of Dreams," "My Universe," and "Life in Technicolor" to life through her designs for our mats. Don't miss them here!
"Viva la Vida" is more than a collection of mats ; it's an invitation to live every moment to the fullest, to pursue dreams, and to find beauty in life's experiences. Through these designs, we hope to convey the energy, joy, and adventurous spirit that have inspired us over the years.
At Namastecita, every product tells a story, and "Viva la Vida" is a tribute to the music that moves us, the experiences that define us, and life's wonderful journey.
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Que hermoso y emocionante testimonio! Yo tengo hace 6 meses la esterilla “life in technicolor” y puedo decir que cada día estoy más enamorada de ella.