Beyond The Aesthetic

In honor of Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month, this episode we are diving deep into cultural identity, language, and belonging. As second-gen Mexican-American’s, we share our honest experience navigating life between two cultures; celebrating our traditions and taking pride in our heritage, while also unpacking moments where identity can feel complicated or confusing. From “no sabo” jokes and Spa...

What happens when a lifestyle becomes an aesthetic, and an aesthetic becomes a political message?  This week on Beyond the Aesthetic, we’re unpacking the trad wife fantasy: from Nara Smith and Ballerina Farm to the history of the “perfect housewife”, and the dangerous line between personal choice and prescribed gender roles, we discuss what happens when a personal choice becomes a mandate for how...

Welcome back to Beyond the Aesthetic! After a summer away, we’re finally catching up. We share stories from our travels through Paris, Texas, and the Pacific Northwest ~ Bella, where you been loca?! Then, we’re diving into the latest hot topics: conservative women advocating for the removal of women’s voting rights (yes, really), the 2026 World Cup and Argentina’s national soccer team’s villain er...

This week on Beyond the Aesthetic, we’re talking about fashion’s biggest night - the Met Gala! It’s glam and iconic, but it’s also giving dystopian energy. Join us as we dive deep into the dualities of celebrating art, creativity and moments of body diversity, while also questioning the visual significance of extreme wealth and exclusivity. If one ticket costs $100,000 USD, what could that do if r...

Fast fashion is everywhere, and let’s be honest… Most of us are participating in it. In this episode, we get real about the cost of convenience. Fast fashion has made style more affordable, accessible and inclusive, especially for those of us looking for extended sizes and budget-friendly options. But behind the low prices is a bigger conversation around overconsumption, sustainability and the tru...

In honor of Women’s History Month, we’re talking about something that affects so many of us: beauty trends. In this episode, we unpack how beauty standards evolve, how they’re passed down through generations, and the pressure many of us feel to keep up. Are we shaping these trends, or are they shaping us? And the bigger question… Can we opt out, or are we doomed to always be part of the cycle? Fro...

It’s finally here. Welcome to Beyond the Aesthetic. In our very first episode, we’re getting real about representation in media — why it matters, who it impacts, and the moments that shaped us. From Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance to Lady Gaga’s unapologetic weirdness, we’re breaking down the cultural moments that made us feel seen. We’re also celebrating Black History Month by discussing the i...