One of the principles of Sundance is that art should be a part of our daily lives, not just something to be viewed from behind glass during an occasional trip to the museum. We believe that by including art in everyday living, we enhance and enrich the simple pleasure of ordinary routines.

This season we are excited to feature a selection of spirited paintings by artist Lance Whitner. Radiating a lively energy so very much like the artist herself, her paintings joyfully honor the natural world around her and are the perfect addition to our Home Collection.




Lance fell in love with the Colorado Rocky Mountains after attending the University of Colorado, Boulder as a Ceramics major in their Fine Arts program. She settled in Steamboat Springs where she currently resides in a purple house with her photographer husband, 3 animated kids, a dog named Betty, a cat named Cowboy, and a horse named Ashe.


Being a mountain bike rider, skier, hiker and yogi, Lance pulls inspiration viscerally from her time spent in nature that is then spilled effortlessly onto her canvases, watercolor paper and sketchbooks.

Distinctive Layering

Using a loose, intuitive technique Lance layers shapes and colors to create richly textured, dreamlike scenes. Playful shifts in perspective pull the eye from one area to the next, and deceptively simple images often hide layers of underpainting, patterns, and marks that draw the viewer in for a closer look.

Lance, a self-taught painter, explains, “I use my unique visual vocabulary of color, shape, line and mark to interpret the places my passions take me. Through my paintings, I strive to pass along the spirit of this joy and free expression.”

Sublime Equine

Lance’s colorful light-filled pastoral paintings capture the freedom and expansive skies of the American West. These pieces have palpable energy and when hanging in a room serve almost as a window peering out onto the great outdoors.

Radiant Florals

Lance’s floral paintings are delightful compositions in color, depth, and texture achieved through meticulous layering of oil-paints in vibrant shades. Her artistry and true appreciation of the beauty found in nature imbues each piece with a distinctive sense of balance, joy, and liveliness.




Shop the Sundance collection of Lance Whitner’s one-of-a-kind vibrant, impressionistic paintings depicting the grasses, flowers, and animals in the rugged landscape of the American West here.

Got aches and pains? Have damaged skin? Feeling anxious or stressed? Sundance is pleased to introduce CBD-infused products that we’ve carefully curated from two trusted companies, Daughter of the Land and Floramye, to help you relax and feel better.

What is CBD?

Most people have by now heard about the popularity of CBD therapy. CBD is short for cannabidiol, a chemical compound derived from the cannabis plant, which is the source of hemp fibers. Hemp has a long history of human use, with clothing, ropes and many other products commonly made from it.

CBD-infused products contain only miniscule amounts of THC, which is not nearly enough to provide any psychological effects.

What is CBD used in?

CBD is used in a variety of products, many designed to offer relaxing and calming feelings in the user. These can include balms, lotions, tinctures, oils, edibles, skin creams, shampoos and even pet products.

What are its health benefits?

At Sundance, we take a cautious approach to promising CBD health benefits.

There is certainly strong anecdotal evidence that CBD products have helped many thousands of people to feel better. CBD is believed by these users to decrease anxiety and stress, improve sleep, help soothe musculoskeletal and nerve pains, and clear skin of acne and eczema.

Medical science, of course, relies on large, carefully designed studies to formally prove or disprove a product’s efficacy. Because CBD products are still relatively new, most such studies are ongoing. So, for now, we think CBD health claims should be viewed with at least some caution, even if your relatives or close friends rave to you about how it has benefited them. CBD is currently FDA approved only as an anti-seizure medication.

What CBD products we offer?

Our CBD products are a joy for the senses, imparting beauty and wonderful scents in addition to their healing benefits. They come from two companies we trust and respect:

Daughter of the Land specializes in organic skincare products designed with the lowest possible impact on the environment. We carry the all-organic Chamomile Calming Balm that mixes the herbal healing properties of arnica montana with CBD oil. It helps you to look and feel your best.



Floramye, which takes its name from an old French perfume house, blends CBD with fragrant essential oils. Their wellness products promise to soothe skin, reduce pain and restore beauty.

Our choices include:

Chamomile Calming Balm
Rose Hip Bath Soak
Balancing Facial Oil

Revitalizing Elixir
Balancing Facial Oil
Calming Body Cream
Keep in mind that topical products such as body creams are absorbed by the skin and hair follicles, but never reach your bloodstream. This allows you to focus CBD’s benefits only on where it is applied. On the other hand, ingestible CBD, such as Floramye’s elixir, are absorbed internally and spreads through the body by the bloodstream. This type of product is intended to offer whole body benefits.

Whether you’re a CBD first timer or already a devotee, you can count on our curated selection of CBD products to be of the highest quality.

Can household cleaning supplies be crafted sustainably and effectively? Absolutely. Our collection of high-quality cleaning products from Andrée Jardin, Fer á Cheval, and Makaua takes a page from the past by offering simple, handmade tools and soaps that are highly functional and double as beautiful decorative accessories for your home. They’re a wonderful complement to the artisanal heritage of Sundance.

Dusting Supplies from Andrée Jardin

Today’s disposable plastic products were not always the norm for cleaning supplies. These classic items from Andrée Jardin prove that newer is not always better. Their beautiful brooms and dusters are handmade the traditional way, using real French beechwood frames and genuine hog bristles to provide many years of service. They’re truly made to last!

The company has hundred-year-old roots in the French city of Nantes, where Georges Renée Julio started out as an apprentice brush maker. His company flourished for decades, until globalization and inexpensive plastic flooded the market. Determined to change this state of affairs, his two grandchildren reissued the original brushes, naming the new company after their beloved grandmother. Today, they’re keeping alive French craftsmanship and know-how with every authentic duster or broom you purchase.

Organic Soaps from Fer á Cheval

Soap should always be simple, natural and organic, traditions that Fer á Cheval has been following for the past 150 years. The company was named after the French words for “horseshoe,” following the quaint 19th century custom of giving a business a name evoking good luck or happiness. Once one of hundreds of local soap makers – the iconic product of Marseille – today they’re known proudly as the French city’s oldest soap factory.

After all these years, Fer á Cheval hard soaps continue to be crafted using four basic ingredients: sea water, vegetable oil, ash and lye. They hand-select the ingredients to create the bases for their soaps, passing on this know-how from generation to generation. (They’ve even been designated by the French government as a Living Heritage Company for the excellence of their expertise). Their proprietary age-old recipe results in a certified organic product that is treasured for its gentle cleaning power. They’re soaps that feel good and you can feel good about.

All these products celebrate a slower, more organic style of manufacturing that is harder than ever to find these days. We’re proud to offer them to you now to help elevate the beautiful and sustainable living we believe in.

Featured Products can be found in the Sundance Cleaning Collection

“I paint who and what I know, who I am, and what I imagine to be.”

So explains Erika Carter, the one-of-a-kind painter whose exquisite work we’re so proud to feature at Sundance this spring. A lifelong resident of Santa Barbara, California, Erika describes her paintings as being greatly influenced by her frequent travels to central Mexico over the past 20 years, where her grandparents immigrated from in 1915.

“The cultural traditions they passed on, combined with my own experiences in the country, shaped my ideals and are the inspiration for my work,” she explains.



Erika waxes poetically about her wonder-filled visits to Mexico over the years. Her grandfather became a groundskeeper of a prominent estate, where Erika’s mother and her siblings were raised. The immaculate architecture, the beautiful colors and textures of the flora and fauna inspired Erika and her imagination. The influence of Mexican Culture stayed with her and now expresses itself in her paintings rendered in acrylic wood and tin.

“As a child I was fortunate enough, with my six siblings, to often skip back and forth between the vastly different houses, with free-roaming chickens, rabbits, and goats,” she says. “The warm smell of albondiga soup and homemade tortillas enveloped one end of the pathway, and a grand three-storied staircase, secret gardens, paintings, and sculptures graced the other end.



“The colors and textures of these two beautiful homes,” she adds, “and the lush green and flowery walk that connects them, have become the aesthetic I naturally default to in my work.”

This spring, Sundance is pleased to feature several unique, one-of-a-kind acrylic-on-wood paintings from Erika’s “Las Mujeres” collection. The paintings include a series of painted women, animals, flowers, and more that come in various sizes to fit any wall or home decor space. Find a handful of her one-of-a-kind paintings below or shop Erika's collection on our website.

La Luz Study Painting

Street-smart Spanish Sneakers

We’re crushing hard these days on the charmingly hip Alida Sneakers from the ARO footwear brand. Designed in Barcelona, Spain, these street-smart shoes really stand out, thanks to eye-catching colors and their fresh interpretation of the classic sneaker design.

The visual element, however, is only part of the Alida’s appeal. When you put them on, you quickly discover how light, breathable and comfortable sneakers they are. This is due to their ultra-flexible, well-cushioned footbeds and airy fabric/leather uppers. The result is true all-day walking comfort.

Artisanal Craftsmanship

We also appreciate the story behind these sneakers. ARO shoes are not mass-produced, but rather they are crafted by classically trained shoemakers from Romania. These talented cobblers use modern materials of the highest quality, while they employ a variety of traditional shoemaking techniques. The subtle detailing of these shoes is exquisite.

One modern construction upgrade is the rubber vulcanizing technique they use to craft each shoe’s footbed. This process of heat-cured bonding is preferred over the usual glues or adhesives because it creates soles of superior durability.

The Distinctive ARO Look 

ARO shoes are immediately recognizable thanks to their bright and vibrant colors, clean design and the prominent “ring” logo. The company was founded in Barcelona in 2005 with the desire to create new types of sneakers featuring stylish looks. With the Alida, they have found the sweet spot of modern design and old-school construction. We think you’ll love them as much as we do.

With spring weather coming soon, a pair or two of Alida Sneakers from ARO will make your casual adventures more stylish and comfortable.

Merino wool from Australia is not like ordinary wool. And Woolloomooloo does not make ordinary shoes. That’s why we’re so excited to offer this innovative brand for the first time in our Winter Catalog.

The Australian History

Woolloomooloo uses only sustainably sourced merino wool from their home country of Australia. A brief history: Merino sheep were introduced to Australia from Spain, soon after colonization in 1797.

While the harsh Aussie landscape proved too unforgiving for much of the introduced flora and fauna from Europe, the merino sheep thrived and since have become an iconic part of the country’s landscape.

Merino wool is an all-natural fiber with an unsurpassed reputation for quality. It contains lanolin, a natural wax that makes the wool feels soft, not scratchy, which is ideal for anyone with sensitive skin. It’s insulating, breathable and controls moisture, a combination that keeps you warm in winter and cool in summer. Merino wool from Australia is considered the world’s finest and is regularly used in elegant Italian suits and clothing.

Soft, Seamless Comfort

After years of development, Woolloomooloo learned to combine merino wool with 3D knitting technology. The wool is expertly spun and knitted into seamless, flexible and oh-so-comfortable shoes. They’re also lightweight, naturally odor-resistant and designed to last for years. Each upper is paired with an ergonomic footbed for support in all the right places.

Lastly, we love that merino wool is completely organic and chemical-free, so it’s not just your feet that will feel good about your purchase.

For winter travels or summers at home, we are excited to support Woolloomooloo with our featured Baaarbara Shoe. These Woolloomooloo shoes offer a stylish and sustainable way for your feet to be comfortable.

Each year during January, hundreds of thousands of people congregate in Utah from Park City to the Sundance Mountain Resort to celebrate new perspectives and creative artists. A variety of independent feature-length films will be shown during the 10-day festival between January 23rd and February 2nd, 2020 this year.

The Sundance Film Festival is the place to discover and be discovered. We are proud to be a collaborator of such an enriching experience that helps sustain many artists. Thus, we have created a list of our fresh, new winter looks that fit with the style of the Sundance Film Festival and will also provide warmth during your stay in the Utah mountains.

How to Festival:

The luxurious shearling coat to keep you warm - This is the perfect outer layer for your travels throughout the Utah Valley. It will keep you warm and turn heads. Our Gwyneth Shearling Coat may be a great conversation starter for those you meet, too!



The overnight tote for your stay - The Molly Overnight Tote is as beautiful as it is practical. It’s sturdy design and comfortable carrying strap is perfect for your short getaway to the festival.

The stunning, yet cozy shearling knee-high boots - Frye Footwear never disappoints! The Valerie Shearling Boots are lined completely with shearling and provide a reputable over-the-knee style you will love for the festival. They also come in three different colors. Once again, these are designed for maintaining warmth while in the colder weather!

The perfect waist bag for strolling the streets - Once you’ve arrived at the festival, you’ll want to have your hands free to shop, eat, and delight in the various activities offered. The Diamante Waist Bag provides an easy alternative to a purse that can be adjusted to fit on your waist or crossbody. The leather is simple and clean to fit any outfit!
The eye-catching fedora - What better way to bring a fresh, eye-catching flair to your outfit than with the Larkspur Hat. Fedoras are used often to style outfits, but the Larkspur Hat offers a unique twist with the dyed ribbon band and floral rope. This fedora looks great paired with our neutral cashmere sweaters and stylish jeans, take a peek at our confidence-boosting Audrey Innovator Jeans.



The brilliant blue vintage necklace - To truly stand out and be discovered this year at the festival, we suggest one of our heritage pieces to spruce any outfit. The Easter Blue Squash Blossom Necklace is one of our favorites with the turquoise cabochons, sterling silver Naja pendant, and string of Navajo pearls. Discover even more options from our Heritage Jewelry Collection.


These styles are a perfect way for you to tell your story at the Sundance Film Festival this year. They will not only keep you warm while touring the streets of Park City, but give you the fresh look needed to fully enjoy all of the emerging films, live music events, and shopping offered there in beautiful Sundance style. After all, you never know who you'll bump into!

Shop the entire collection for the festival and be sure to tag us on Instagram while you’re festivaling!

Sundance artisan Tej Kothari has a passion for creating jewelry of timeless elegance. The master jeweler’s distinctive vision is to take the detailing and proportion of antique jewelry and update it with his own modern, minimalist sensibility. We are in awe of his craftsmanship.

Tej was first exposed to jewelry at a very young age, thanks to his mother who ran a successful antique jewelry venture. It was in college when he was first encouraged to create his own designs as a way to help pay for grad school (at the time, he was majoring in molecular biology). Thanks to his mother’s tutelage, his first pieces sold quickly and the creative freedom he felt soon eclipsed his plans for further education.

Modern & Minimal

Today, many of Tej’s captivating designs are inspired by nature and its tiniest wonders. His pieces stand out for their refined, hand-crafted character and visual balance, qualities that create graceful wearability. Stones are custom cut or hand-selected and are primarily set in beautiful 18k gold.

Discover the inspiration behind Tej’s latest offerings:

The Mystic Lake Ring is Tej’s stunning take on the classic halo ring.  Two rows of diamonds surround the center aquamarine to make this an heirloom-quality ring that’s designed to complement any look.

Tanzanite Falls Earrings have a tanzanite and diamond “cinnamon fern” design. This was inspired by nature he observed while walking trails during a recent visit to Rhode Island. Spring distilled into an earring!

Another classic Kothari design, the elegant Aqua Raindrop Necklace has simplicity at its core. Like drops of rain, the window-set aquamarines playfully shimmer across the neckline, while subtle color variations add visual texture. Stunning by itself, it layers easily with other pieces too.

Bloom in Blue Earrings represent an amalgamation of the wildflowers spotted on that same Rhode Island trip. This eye-catching style features aquamarine and tanzanite petals and diamond accents.



Starlight Chandelier Earrings exude old-world charm while using modern proportions. With their diamond window accented by a swaying fringe of polka diamonds, these truly are petite works of art.

Part of his stargazing-inspired “starry night” collection, the Stars Aligned Diamond Ring has a double shank to provide a strong presence to its otherwise tailored look. The elegantly modern ring dazzles with brilliant-cut diamonds lined up and shining brightly.

His L’eau Necklace combines an antique sensibility with a modern, tailored look. Two asymmetrical polki diamonds offer a brilliant yet understated presence that gives this necklace its defining look. Think minimalist style with maximum effect!

Marguerite Diamond Hoop Earrings pay homage to the abundant wildflowers found in the coastal bluffs and rolling hills of the Bay Area. His diamond "wildflower" and classic marquise hoops are an elegant way to give yourself flowers every day.

The delicate Starry Starry Night Earrings are inspired less by van Gough than by his observation of star patterns during clear Northern California nights. Like starlight, the brilliant-cut diamonds will add a sparkle to any evening.

One of our favorite Tej masterpieces is the Diamond Profusion Ring. This exquisite design was created with a shimmering mosaic of rose- and brilliant-cut diamonds in this handcrafted ring and with a satin-finished 18kt gold. This is a jewelry statement you won’t want to miss!
These magnificent works from Tej are online-only, with several being Sundance exclusives. Discover our entire Tej Kothari fine jewelry collection here, and experience the enduring joy of wearing a Kothari design for yourself.