Where It All Began: A Journey of Friendship and Curiosity

ZoraVibe wasn’t born in a boardroom or a business plan—it started with three friends, a late-night conversation, and a shared obsession with the unknown.

Sophia, Lena, and Mara (the trio behind the magic) met in college while studying design and anthropology. Bonding over their love for travel, artisanal crafts, and the stories behind everyday objects, they dreamed of creating something that celebrated the beauty of human connection. But it wasn’t until a backpacking trip to the Balkans that their vision truly took shape.

While hiking through Montenegro’s Durmitor National Park, they stumbled upon a tiny village where locals spoke of a legend: a mystical stone called “Zora” (meaning “dawn” in Slavic tongues). They said it glowed with the first light of day, revealing hidden treasures crafted by hands across the globe. The friends laughed at the tale—until they found a weathered lantern in a market the next day, etched with the word ZoraVibe.

That lantern became their symbol.

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Why ZoraVibe?

The name is a fusion of:

• Zora: A nod to that Balkan legend—the idea that every product has a “dawn,” a moment of creation waiting to be discovered.

• Vibe: The energy that connects us all. To us, shopping isn’t about transactions—it’s about finding pieces that resonate with your soul and connect you to the maker’s story.

We’re not just a store. We’re a bridge between curious souls and hidden wonders.

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Our Mission

To curate products that do more:

• Spark joy (like the hand-painted ceramics from a 75-year-old studio in Portugal).

• Solve problems (like the solar-powered lanterns from Kenyan innovators).

• Tell stories (like the scarves woven by Syrian refugees preserving ancient patterns).

Every item is handpicked by our team, inspired by that lantern’s promise: “Light your path, but never stop exploring.”

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Meet the Founders

• Sophia (The “Globe-Hopper”): With a knack for languages and a suitcase always half-packed, she scours remote markets for undiscovered gems.

• Lena (The “Tech Whisperer”): A sustainability geek who finds creators merging tradition with innovation (think biodegradable sneakers or AI-powered farming tools).

• Mara (The “Story Collector”): She doesn’t just vet products—she documents the lives of the makers, ensuring every purchase supports a dream.

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Join the Vibe

ZoraVibe is more than our story—it’s yours. Every time you shop here, you’re not just buying a product. You’re:

• Supporting artisans who pour their hearts into their work.

• Discovering the unexpected (who knew a rug could be woven from ocean plastic?).

• Becoming part of a community that values meaning over mass production.

So welcome, friend. Let’s keep the light glowing. ✨

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P.S. Got a question, a wild idea, or a story to share? We’re here—always.
Sophia, Lena & Mara
Founders, ZoraVibe

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“We don’t sell products. We sell journeys.”