B. Yellowtail X Nena & Co.
Nena & Co. is thrilled to partner with B.Yellowtail to bring you our handwoven H&S textile Wander bag, a creation imbued with shared meaning and deep cultural significance. Ali Hynek, the founder and CEO of Nena & Co., whose Guatemalan heritage inspires many of our creations, reached out to Bethany Yellowtail, a fellow designer and entrepreneur, to craft something truly special together. Bethany, with her Crow and Cheyenne heritage, brings symbols that resonate deeply with her Native American roots. At Nena & Co., we are dedicated to preserving cultural heritage, especially through the art of weaving and the powerful symbols that define cultural identity. We hope this collaboration brings you both joy and a profound connection to the beauty of tradition.
With Love,
Ali Hynek & Bethany Yellowtail
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About Bethany of B. Yellowtail
Bethany Yellowtail is a citizen of the Northern Cheyenne Nation, and proudly hails from the Mighty Few District of the Apsáalooke (Crow) Nation. A 2009 graduate of the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, she founded her label in 2015 upon leaving a career in corporate fashion. Driven by the desire to see herself and her communities authentically and equitably represented in mainstream fashion, B.YELLOWTAIL has become a leading voice. Bethany’s artistic vision and work is irremovable from her vision for her community. She is an active organizer in her Tribal nations and is passionate about using fashion as a tool to uplift Women and young girls, and to support MMIWG preventative resources.
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Why I Wanted to Work with Bethany
Ali has long admired Bethany’s design artistry and her deep reverence for heritage and symbolic meanings. This collaboration is a heartfelt journey, focused on weaving shared meanings from one Indigenous culture to another, discovering the beautiful common threads that unite them. It also honors the incredible skill and craftsmanship of Nena & Co.'s Guatemalan weavers, whose hands brought this vision to life, blending tradition and artistry into every piece.
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About the Scarf
Wrap yourself in luxury and meaning with our exclusive Nena & Co. x B.Yellowtail collaboration scarves. Crafted from an indulgent blend of Modal and Cashmere, the Turquoise Mountains and Coral Sunrise scarves showcase vibrant symbols that celebrate culture and beauty. Whether draped elegantly, styled as a head wrap, or added to your favorite bag for a pop of flair, these scarves are a perfect blend of heritage and modern style.