NOMAD CHIC TEAM
LINDA HAMILTON creates simple, stunning aesthetics perfectly suited for a suite in Morocco or a living room in Sonoma. Inspired by natural materials and rich textures, she breathes worldly sophistication into everything she does. And she does a lot. After studying art, architecture, and interior architecture at California College of the Arts, she segued her time working for a high profile design firm into developing an internationally recognized presence. She started Bali-based Budiasa, which was featured in showrooms like De Sousa Hughes (San Francisco), Mirak (Los Angeles), and Thomas Job (Chicago). The Bali bombing of 2002 derailed her plans of growing deeper roots in Indonesia, but she recognized creative opportunities in the dusty desert town of Todos Santos. There, she designed and built her dream home – the aptly named Casa Linda – and opened Nomad Chic, a shop serving up her trademark style of global fusion and effortless cool. Perched in the heart of town, Nomad Chic is the calling card for everything Hamilton is. The shop is carefully curated with designers, artists, and brands found in the furthest corners of the globe, as well as Nomad Chic pieces conceived and designed by Hamilton herself. When she’s not roaming the world in search of new treasures, she’s hosting fashion shows, throwing dinner parties, or infusing new spaces with her elevated vision. She’s sipping champagne beneath a disco ball and she wants everyone to join her. Call her a traveler, call her an entrepreneur, call her a philanthropist, call her a nomad. Just don’t call her over if you’re out of tequila.
LINDA | CHIEF NOMAD
What guides your style?
The past, anything classic, Audrey Hepburn, Brigitte Bardot, St. Tropez.
What’s your dream space?
Casa Linda, Como Shambala (cocktails near the river), the living room at Azzouna 13, the rooftop at El Fenn.
What’s the most important lesson you’ve learned from your travels?Talk to strangers... Don’t talk to strangers.
If you were a cocktail, what would you be?
Mezcal Paloma – citrus fresh…salty…smoky…
It’s the last scene in your life movie. The camera is panning out, the world is coming into view, and you’ve landed here:
Bali, Marrakech or Lima.
Sign: Leo
Favorite Color: Black
#1 destination on Bucket List: Tangier
Favorite Place on Earth: Bali or Marrakech
NICOLE | TAN LINE COORDINATOR & STORYTELLER
Bay Area born and bred, Nicole puts the “California girl” in Baja California. She met Linda after returning from a long travel stint; the two bonded over their love of Canggu and Marrakech and the rest is history. Her favorite color is violet, she moonlights as a songbird, and she relishes in a good turn of phrase. Few things delight her more than driving through the desert at sunset or a good outdoor shower.
What’s your scent?
Fresh jasmine, coconut oil, Tom Ford Orchid Soleil.
What guides your style?
Uber femininity with a bit of edge. I love the overt sensuality of Brigitte Bardot and Dolce & Gabbana; pair that with some rhinestone cowgirl and a hint of punk rock, and you’ll start getting it.
What cocktail would you be?
Spicy mezcal margarita – a bit sweet, a bit sultry, with a definite kick.
Sign: Leo
Favorite Color: Violet
#1 destination on Bucket List: Greek Islands
Favorite Place on Earth: Bali, Baja, or Lake Tahoe on a clear summer evening
LIVIO | CHIEF SURF OFFICER
An even more accurate title? “Chief Always Saves the Day and Amazes Officer.” Livio was born in Lima, Peru, but he met Linda when they both were living in the northern Bay Area. It’s hard to overstate Livio’s impact on the shop, surprising even himself. He’s proven to be a real Renaissance man, capable of surfing, fixing, and selling all in one short Todos Santos day.
How did growing up in Lima shape you?
It gave me the love of the ocean and the desire to surf in different parts of it.
What cocktail are you?
Coke Zero
Sign: Virgo
AUDREY | NOMAD CHIC NEPO BABY AND ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE
Her title, of course, is a bit tongue and cheek, but it’s also the truth! As Linda’s daughter, Audrey has inherited the Nomad Chic lifestyle. From her childhood in Todos Santos to helping run the Sonoma shop to chasing her own dreams in faroff locales, she’s an unofficial mascot for the shop. Currently a student in London, she supports us from afar with her beautiful drawings, sleek graphic design, and brand ideations.
You get a call inviting you to hop on a private jet to Ibiza. Plane leaves in an hour. What are you throwing into your carry-on??
~ Frankie Bikini~ Chanel sunglasses~ OAS Odilia Terry Dress~ Black Flip Flops~ Loving Tan Drops~ Pat McGrath lip gloss~ Passport
What cocktail would you be?
Espresso Martini or Whiskey Sour
Sign: Scorpio
Favorite Color: Butter Yellow
#1 destination on Bucket List: Brazil
Favorite Place on Earth: London (for now!)
MILI | OUR EUROPEAN CORRESPONDANT
Mili first arrived in Todos Santos and Nomad Chic by way of the Mexican Caribbean, where she spent a year and a half (given one of her favorite memories is Pipa Beach in Brazil, it’s safe to say she’s something of a beach dweller). A true traveler, her style evolves as she explores; she collects pieces from everywhere she goes, but if pressed to define it, she’ll describe her style as “summer”. She loves the shop because she feels like she can be in three countries at once, any nomad’s dream; she's now living her dream life to the fullest, traveling while continuing to support the shop from the road.
Where’s your dream place to visit?India. I’ve dreamed my whole life of going to India.
What’s the best lesson you’ve learned from your travels?
To escape your comfort zone and challenge yourself at every step.
What cocktail would you be?
Red wine, absolutely. I’m from Mendoza, Argentina, the capital of wine in Latin America. Red wine is strong, mysterious, and deep.
Sign: Scorpio
Favorite color: Deep blue, like the sky at night
#1 Destination on Bucket List: India
Favorite Place: Pipa, Brazil
FLORENCIA | THE ADVENTURE SEEKER
Call it fate, call it intuition, call it divine coincidence, but Florencia had just interviewed for another job when she first wandered into Nomad Chic. A conversation with Linda was all it took for her nomadic heart to realize she'd just found her new place! Well-traveled and adventurous, she's happiest when she's with her siblings and her dog, and she wants to end up in a place reminscent of her hometown of Córdoba, Argentina.
What guides your style?
My style reflects my personality, embodying both a tender side and a completely revolutionary one. For a long time, my self-expression has been influenced by the artists I enjoy listening to, whether from the punk rock genre or alternative indie music.
What’s your scent?
Vanilla, roses, and coffee.
What’s the most important lesson you’ve learned from your travels?
In my travels, I’ve learned to be open to the signs and that answers are always there; you just need to feel free to perceive them. I’ve also realized that morality has a broad spectrum, and it's important to do what feels right, even if it may not seem right to others.
What cocktail would you be?
A Moscow Mule- a spicy kick and touch of sweetness.
Sign: Aquarius
Favorite color: Electric blue
#1 Destination on Bucket List: Japan
Favorite Place: Wherever my siblings and dog are
AGOSTINA | FRESH FASHIONISTA
The Nomad Chic Argentinian invasion continues with Agostina, a fun fashionista from just outside of Buenos Aires. She credits her mom and grandmothers with her love of fashion; though she studied International Commerce in school, she later pursued clothing design (and even had a small boutique of her own for several years!). She was drawn to the creative, vibrant energy of Nomad Chic, and we’re honored she decided to join the team.
Describe a favorite travel memory.
Three of my favorite travel memories are related to animals and nature:
When I saw elephants in a Sanctuary in Thailand.
When I swam in the ocean with whales, dolphins, and other incredible animals in their natural habitat.
And keeping with the animal theme, I’ll always remember seeing a wild bear in California.
What’s your dream space?
A world without disease and war. Being close to my family and friends, where we can all eat from my garden…
What’s the most important lesson you’ve learned from your travels?
I’ve learned the importance of acceptance and respect for nature and all its living species; people, animals, plants, and so on. Everything has value and should be taken care of with all our efforts.
If you were a cocktail, what would you be?
Fernet Branca- I'm Argentina in the flesh.
Sign: Gemini
Favorite color: To wear, black; for my home, beige; to feel free, sky blue
#1 Destination on Bucket List: Morocco
Favorite Place: The ocean