What inspired the shift to algae?

While doing research for an underwater hotel project, we contacted the National History Museum in London at the beginning of our journey and inquired about seaweed. To start off, we were encouraged to read Slime by Ruth Kassinger, whom through the book, shares her own entry into this vast sector. Highly recommend!

WhICH suitcase do you travel with?

In 2017, Morgan wanted to have an ocean suitcase and after learning of Jen Rubio launching her luggage brand we headed to their NYC flagship. There she discovered the AWAY x AMASTAN Paris collaboration which had an inner lining with an aquatic pattern! She purchased the Bigger Carry On and has been using it ever since! While doing research in Australia, the wheels had to be replaced and during a trip to Belgium, the handle broke. With both instances AWAY sent replacement parts. Interested? Get $40 off your purchase!

Who do we look up to & admire?

While forming the vision for the brand, our founder created a vision board (which can be viewed with the founder’s story) which included a woman that at the time she didn’t know but felt drawn to. She wanted to be like that woman as she aged. Over the journey of our company, she learned the identity - Sylvia Earle - and later heard her speak at the 2024 World Ocean Summit in Lisbon. Mission Blue - the documentary about Sylvia Earle’s work is available on Netflix.

Where are you?

L’eautelier is nōmadic. Born in the Açores. Doing business in the USA. Expanding to Europe. Open to global opportunities. We regularly post updates on our Instagram and Substack - follow & subscribe to receive the latest information!

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