Artist Collections: CIARA ROSE

Cool, yet approachable. Confident, yet humble. Ciara Rose is an entrepreneur, digital creator, and an advocate for a multitude of things like self-love, women empowerment, being-your-own-biggest-cheerleader and more. Ciara has held roles in marketing, communications and social media for various brands including Aritzia, BMW, MERIT Beauty, Fairmont Hotels (and now Duende!). 

In 2020, Ciara founded She Cant Write — a writing house built on a mission to use the power of storytelling to inspire a new generation of leaders to set sights beyond the status quo. Since then, Ciara and her team have launched female-focused projects including The How Do You Want to Be Remembered campaign — a collection of conversations that spotlight women in different industries sharing their stories and truth. The campaign is a call to action for women everywhere to push the boundaries and set sights beyond ones’ status and appearance. Through her advocacy, Ciara has cultivated a community of inspiring women—who, like her—celebrate the beauty in individuality.

1. HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR DECOR AESTHETIC, EITHER NOW OR FOR YOUR 'DREAM SPACE' STYLE?

My design philosophy is all about the right balance of minimalism — finding a way to create a space that feels purposeful and timeless without having to sacrifice function. To achieve this, I invest in high-quality pieces that stand the test of time and seasons. 

2. WHAT IMPACT DO YOU THINK ART HAS ON THE VISUAL PROFILE AND VIBE OF A ROOM?

To me, art has a huge impact on the overall vibe of a space. From the many knickknacks collected over the years to an old photo from an out-of-print book, and more — it’s the small, personal touches that help tell the story of the person that lives in that space. 

3. WHAT CORRELATION DO YOU SEE, IF ANY, BETWEEN YOUR FASHION AND DECOR PREFERENCES? WE OFTEN FIND THAT FASHION INFLUENCES DESIGN AND VICE VERSA... DO YOU SEE THAT CREATIVE FLUIDITY AS RELEVANT IN YOUR OWN PERSONAL STYLE?

The through line between my fashion and decor style is boho…with a twist. I’ll typically start with a base of earth tones and natural textures (think: wood, rattan, linen) and from there, I’ll add in a hint of colour to create a subtle contrast and invigorate the space. It may be a clashing mix of hues that emphasize an eclectic design sensibility. To me, that sense of experimentation is a common thread in my fashion and decor preferences.

4. DO YOU FEEL LIKE A SPACE CAN ALTER SOMEONE'S PERSONAL STYLE, OR DOES SOMEONE'S SENSE OF STYLE WORK IT'S WAY INTO ANY SPACE? 

A home is a natural extension of who you are — like your own personal journey, the design of your home grows and evolves as you do. We possess a hunger for discovery that is never quite satisfied and it’s our curiosity that sparks our creative appetite. 

5. WHEN ADDING TO YOUR OWN ART COLLECTION, WHAT DO YOU LOOK FOR? DO YOU LIKE TO MIX MEDIUMS, OR DO YOU TEND TO STICK MORE STRICTLY TO EITHER PHOTOGRAPHY OR PAINTINGS, ETC? 

My collection of knickknacks is inspired by (and from) my travels to my favourite places in the world: The Philippines, California, Indonesia, Australia, and more. I love to surround myself with pieces that allow my mind to wander into different portals of time and space. In fact, I believe that one of the main functions of your space is to serve as a pillar of inspiration. A space where colour, texture, shape, and story collide.