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Agua Bendita Essay

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Agua Bendita is a Colombian company, founded in 2003 by Catalina Álvarez and Mariana Hinestroza, two designers that found a business opportunity by creating unique and exclusive swimsuits. This company started with swimsuits homemade by these two entrepreneurs. The artisan markets were a great opportunity for Agua Bendita to get a name on the market and get new customers. In addition, runway and important fashion shows were a strategic stage to make its products recognized nationally and internationally, after some years they were invited to international events where they had the opportunity to show its products and to sell it abroad.
The Colombian brand has a variety of products for men, kids but mainly for women. Swimwear, resort wear, …show more content…

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