mi | tu corazón
As mi|tu corazón prepared to launch its first collection, the brand needed to make red lipstick feel both iconic and newly accessible: bold enough for seasoned risk-takers, supportive enough for first-time wearers, and versatile enough to become an everyday signature. Rooted in founder Andrea Tello’s Latina heritage and extensive beauty industry experience, we developed a brand strategy and visual identity that paired passion, glamour, and cultural richness with inclusive representation, expert education, and high-performance product credibility. The resulting system centered on the power of red, combining daring art direction, bilingual messaging, and rich, symbolic details across the packaging, photography, e-commerce website, and supporting brand touchpoints. The result was a confident invitation for people across skin tones and identities to try something new, step more fully into their power, and make bold decisions from the heart.
MIAMI, FLORIDA
Brand Design
Packaging Design
Business Card Design
Shopify Website Design
Custom Artwork
Brand Guidelines
THE PALETTE
ORIGINAL + POWERHOUSE
DARING SELF-EXPRESSION
UNAPOLOGETIC CONFIDENCE
BOLD LATINA GLAMOUR
NURTURER + ENTERTAINER
INCLUSIVE BEAUTY
WARM GUIDANCE
PASSION + PLAY
UPHOLDER
BEAUTY EXPERTISE
HIGH-PERFORMANCE FORMULA
QUALITY WITHOUT COMPROMISE
THE LOOKS
kind words
FROM WOMEN FOUNDERS
"I went on this trip thinking it was a business trip with the hope of maybe making at least one friend, but what actually ended up happening was I met 9 lifelong friends that I happened to discuss business with. I will be forever grateful to Erika as she curated a group that included such diverse women whom all I could relate to in one way or another and I look forward to watching them all grow and succeed not only in business but their personal life. Anyone would be crazy NOT to attend something Erika puts together."
Sheena Keo, SMK & CO.
"I learned more about business in the Brand Building Foundations Course than 2 years of business classes!"
Lauren V., UCLA
"I’ve worked with Erika for over 10 years with three different companies and across 9 brands. She has an amazing intuitive understanding of how to design for different customer segments and across different industries that is really hard to find in other designers and brand consultants. She’s a joy to work with."
Tiffany Wong, Million Dollar Baby
"Thanks to the retreat, I found my group of trusted people and a space I can rely on. Although it was daunting at first to spend an entire week with strangers I only had one Zoom call with, throughout the week we got closer and closer to one another, started forming real relationships, which led to amazing discussions about work, life, and everything in between. I got to witness people breaking out of their comfort zones, realizing their worth, and finding clarity with the help of everyone in the group, and that's something I wish I can experience over and over again! And now, I'm grateful to have a group of people I can go to for help and know that we care for and love one another as friends."
Haeun Park, Made at Dawn
"I enjoyed the whole trip! Every day had a lot to offer and was well balanced with workshops and activities. I loved not knowing all the details of the places we visited. To me it added more magic to the experience. Coming in not knowing any of the ladies made me a bit nervous at first. I believe Erika did an amazing job selecting the candidates. Everyone was amazing, kind, supportive and had a lot to offer in terms of business and personal experiences. The place we stayed at was perfect. It felt like home and the food was delicious. There was a great level of attention to detail that elevated the experience. I am so grateful to have been part of this and to all the amazing connections I made. I was looking forward to being part of the Project Soar volunteering opportunity and I think that was an important part of the retreat. Thank you!!"
Oula Siblini, OU LA
"This retreat was truly life changing. I felt my travel to be very purposeful since I was able to contribute to something much bigger than myself. I am so grateful to Erika for putting all of this together, with every detail intricately woven into the beauty of the retreat. It doesn’t matter what stage of business you are in, every woman leader needs a space like this. To feel empowered, comfortable, and unapologetic around other women that are free to do the same. The lifelong friendships I have made here will be taken with me forever. My mind is blown as I try to absorb every piece of valuable experience I got in such a short time. My body, mind, and soul are happy. Thank you Erika 💕"
Brianna Diaz, BriGainz
"Working with Erika was an absolutely transformative experience, both personally and professionally. She took me through everything from getting clear on my brand mission, to identifying my brand personality and legacy. I learned a wide wealth of knowledge that has completely transformed how I view my business and has invigorated my passion and commitment to my greater WHY. Thank you Erika from the bottom of my heart!
Alessandra Salituri, Founder & CEO, Citizen Atelier, Montreal
"I’ve admired Erika and her work for YEARS and am now lucky enough to know her personally and work with her professionally. She is one of the most talented, creative, inspiring, and hard-working women."
Kat Tanita, With Love From Kat