Art at Pearl: Calavera Collection – Maria and Manola

OCT 15, 2026

Art at Pearl

Inspired by themes of femininity, resilience, and cultural continuity, Maria and Manola’s calavera, El Encaje, layers lace and florals to represent the stories, traditions, and connections passed through generations. White lace symbolizes ancestry and the past, while vibrant colored lace reflects the living present and evolving cultural expression. Flowers, including forget-me-nots, evoke remembrance, enduring love, growth, and the beauty that continues across generations, positioning the calavera not as a symbol of loss, but as a celebration of life, lineage, and transformation.

Bakery Lorraine

One of San Antonio’s Best: Bakery Lorraine

MAR 7, 2019

The brand’s flagship Pearl location is a must-visit for anyone who loves the sweeter side of life Paul Stephen from the San Antonio Express-News writes: "For all the precise coils of chocolate and peaky meringues, this is a bakery with plenty of heart and soul as well." "Bakery Lorraine is easily San Antonio’s most…

Art at Pearl: Calavera Collection

OCT 15, 2026

Pearl has partnered with local artists to transform 4-foot calaveras into works of art inspired by memory, heritage, family, and community. MEET THE ARTISTS Maria and Manola Inspired by themes of femininity, resilience, and cultural continuity, Maria and Manola’s calavera, El Encaje, layers lace and florals to represent the…