Houston Entrepreneur Brings Old World Craft to The Woodlands' Jo Malone Store

Palm & Agave's handwoven Spanish mohair featured alongside new Amber Labdanum fragrance launch

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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Houston entrepreneur Vanessa Estebanez brought her luxury mohair brand Palm & Agave to the Jo Malone London store in The Woodlands as part of the retailer's quarterly celebration of female entrepreneurs. Palm & Agave's handcrafted fashion and home goods, made using traditional Spanish weaving techniques, were showcased alongside the launch of Jo Malone's new Amber Labdanum fragrance, which is inspired by the rolling hills of Andalusia.

Why it matters

The partnership between Palm & Agave and Jo Malone London highlights the growing demand for high-quality, heritage-inspired products that blend modern style with traditional craftsmanship. It also showcases how local entrepreneurs can find success by tapping into global design influences and connecting with major retail brands.

The details

Palm & Agave's mohair products, including scarves, shawls, throws, and pillows, were featured at the Jo Malone London store in The Woodlands as part of the retailer's celebration of female entrepreneurs. The mohair is handcrafted by three generations of Spanish artisans using time-honored weaving techniques. The brand's fashion and home collections were displayed alongside the launch of Jo Malone's new Amber Labdanum fragrance, which is inspired by the Andalusia region of Spain.

  • Palm & Agave launched four years ago after founder Vanessa Estebanez moved her family from Spain to Texas.
  • The Jo Malone London pop-up featuring Palm & Agave took place in January 2026.

The players

Vanessa Estebanez

The founder of Palm & Agave, a luxury mohair brand based in Houston, Texas.

Jo Malone London

A British luxury fragrance and lifestyle brand that hosted the pop-up featuring Palm & Agave's products at its Market Street store in The Woodlands.

Nadia Gill

The store manager at the Jo Malone London location in The Woodlands.

Amber Labdanum

A new fragrance launched by Jo Malone London that is inspired by the Andalusia region of Spain.

Palm & Agave

A luxury mohair brand founded by Vanessa Estebanez that features handcrafted fashion and home goods made using traditional Spanish weaving techniques.

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What they’re saying

“It's inspired by the rolling hills of Andalusia with an Arabic flair. The top note is a bitter mandarin. As it evolves, what's left is the warmth of the labdanum, an ancient and luxurious incense.”

— Nadia Gill, Store Manager (papercitymag.com)

“These are high-end products. The throws come in solid and blended colors. They add life to a bed or living space.”

— Vanessa Estebanez, Founder (papercitymag.com)

What’s next

The Jo Malone London store in The Woodlands plans to continue featuring products from local female entrepreneurs in upcoming quarterly pop-up events.

The takeaway

The partnership between Palm & Agave and Jo Malone London demonstrates how local brands can find success by tapping into global design influences and collaborating with major retail players. It also highlights the growing consumer demand for high-quality, heritage-inspired products that blend traditional craftsmanship with modern style.