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The lovely Barbara Savage, Tribal Trust Foundation Founder
Barbara Savage is one of those people that you meet and you instantly feel at ease in her presence. She is such a genuine spirit and her life has been filled with so many interesting and meaningful experiences that you cannot help but want to be a part of her journey. Samantha of Adesso has been working with Barbara for a while now doing what she can to support Barbara’s organization, the Tribal Trust Foundation. Adesso’s upcoming collaboration with the Tribal Trust has us all very excited. On December 2nd, we are participating in the Enlightened Heart: An Artisan Collective. Adesso is one of numerous local artisans participating in this wonderful evening to celebrate and support the Tribal Trust.
If you would like to attend the Enlightened Heart: An Artisan Collective kindly RSVP [email protected]
Thank you to Barbara for allowing us to learn a little bit more about her.
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Name: Barbara Savage
Location: Montecito, CA
Astrological Sign: Pisces
Style icon: my daughter, she’s my style icon-alter ego
Doppelganger: Gloria Steinem
Dream Destination: Any Aman Resort around the world
A view from the resort in Indonesia.
Most Treasured Possession: my prayer bead necklace given to me by a San Bushman medicine woman in Namibia
How would you describe your style in 5 words or less: globally conscious, casual & classic
Pet: Standard Poodles
One of Barbara's beloved poodles.
Favorites
Magazine/Book: Ode Magazine
Adesso Piece: the Adesso Russell necklace
The Adesso Russell Necklace
Color: all variations of blue
Scent: Jubilee Celebration Rose from my garden
Artist: Allan Houser, Native American sculptor
"Desert Dweller", one of Houser's featured pieces
Piece of clothing: my riding boots
Locale: If I can’t be in Zanzibar, Rancho Toro
A friendly Zanzibar inhabitant!
Questions
Why is the work of Tribal Trust important to you and society as a whole?
The survival of ancient cultures could mean the survival of all mankind. The work of the Tribal Trust is to bring honor and awareness of indigenous peoples as a form of protection. It is important and fulfilling to me on many levels to contribute to this important cause.
If you could have one super power what would it be?
Shapeshifting to be anywhere or anything at anytime.
Which accessory do you never leave home without?
Wedding ring!
Your home is filled with treasures from around the world. If you can, which three have the most meaning to you?
1. Antique African wooden Mermaid sculpture. Many shamans have called me the “Mermaid.”
2. Medicine bowl(s) on my desk filled with sacred feathers and artifacts
3. My antique Mexican Mesquite bedroom door, which has become an altar filled with Milagros and prayer bead necklaces collected from around the world.
Milagros and prayer beads collected all over the world adorn Barbara's bedroom door.
Any tips for our readers on how to pack lightly for an adventure, while still remaining stylish?
Permanent (tattoo) make up! Exofficio wash and drip dry clothes.
What quality do you most admire about a person? Courage.
What was the best advice you were ever given? “Never give up!”
What 5 places are a must visit in your hood + why?
1. Lotusland- magical gardens
One of the many gardens at the magical Lotusland
2. Romero Canyon- best hiking trail in Montecito
3. Butterfly Beach- sunset walk and dinner at the Four Seasons Biltmore Hotel
The view from Bella Vista at the Four Seasons Biltmore
4. Santa Ynez Valley- beautiful vistas & great wine tasting
5. Santa Barbara Museum of Art Store …I’m the store curator!
