About Us

 

Elsie Mendez, founder and designer of Elsie in Naples, has a passion for transforming her clients' looks with her collection of custom jewelry, linen and silk clothing, and beautiful accessories. She delights in seeing the joy and confidence her creations bring to her clients' lives.

Her storefront at The Galleria Shoppes at Vanderbilt and online store offer a curated selection of clothing, bags, and gifts designed to enhance personal style and beauty.

Beyond fashion, Elsie is the driving force behind Elsiemendez.com, a bilingual life coaching platform where she inspires her followers to live an extraordinary life through positivity, manifestation, and spirituality.

A fashionista and avid traveler, Elsie draws inspiration from her global adventures and diverse fashion trends.

Prior to founding Elsie in Naples, Elsie spent over 25 years in radio and TV broadcasting as an on-air personality in Dallas, New Orleans, Miami, and Colombia. She is also an author, certified life coach, international motivational speaker, and former owner of several print publications.

Born and raised in Cartagena, Colombia, Elsie now resides in Naples, Florida with her family, focusing on her store at The Galleria Shoppes at Vanderbilt and her presence at the Saturday Farmers Market at Vanderbilt for the past 12 years.