Cristina Ruales

Cristina Ruales Celebrating Individuality. Empowering Design that brings - in your space & your self.

“The structure in my collection reflects my belief that we should never let go of our strengths and our dreams... fashion is how I express mine.”

The line is inspired by the juxtaposition of Nature vs. Architecture

One of the “Top ten designers to watch”
– The Daily Front Row

“...Her creativity shines, I will be thrilled to see what she will do with unlimited resources, and I love her aestheti

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Sydney Bolden – In Style Magazine

“…Innovative and interesting, yet extremely wearable; a truly original talent with vast potential.”
Candace Mohr – Girlshop

“…Creates a combination of sexy and classic with luxury, her work always stands out, becoming unforgettable.”
Paul Berman – 30 Vandam

09/11/2026

A little bragging is allowed when you’ve been designing every detail. ✨

From the bar to the glassware, napkins, and event collateral, it has been such a thrill bringing the Oceano world to life for Drinks With Benefits in NYC.

And the part I’m especially excited about? We’ll be unveiling our exclusive Limited Edition Gap’s Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir — with a label designed by yours truly. 🍷

There is something incredibly rewarding about seeing an idea move from sketches and screens into a complete physical experience — and then getting to raise a glass in the middle of it.

Can’t wait to see it all come together September 17 at The Altman Building. Come find us at the Oceano bar and celebrate with us. 🥂

As a designer, I rarely leave home without a sketchbook. Some of my best ideas have come not from a studio, but from a b...
08/07/2026

As a designer, I rarely leave home without a sketchbook. Some of my best ideas have come not from a studio, but from a beach, a mountain trail, a café, or an airport.

Creativity isn’t something you wait for. It’s something you make space for.

Where is the place that inspires you most?

08/07/2026

August 12th don’t miss it!

08/04/2026

Great moments. Great people. The kind who make us feel seen, encourage us, and remind us that our work matters.

Sometimes we need to pause and remember just how close we’ve come to the summit before. Those moments become proof that we can climb again.

Here’s to new beginnings, new challenges, and my next summit.

Looking back, this triangle dress remains one of the designs I’m most proud of. It reminds me that great design is timeless—and that every new chapter begins with the courage to create again.

08/04/2026

Once in a while I am in front of the scenes vs behind the scenes… excited for the year ahead!

06/17/2026

From the cool coastal influence of Spanish Springs Vineyard to the glass in your hand, the 2024 Oceano Zero Chardonnay proves that exceptional w**e begins in the vineyard. Handcrafted, single-vineyard, and alcohol removed with remarkable precision, this is a w**e that preserves its identity, character, and coastal terroir.

As Sarah Kate of Some Good Clean Fun wrote:

“You can definitely taste the terroir of California.”

And perhaps the most meaningful reflection on the w**e’s achievement:

“A better representation of terroir, of a sense of place.”

Awarded 98 Points, the 2024 Oceano Zero Chardonnay was described as a “masterclass” in dealcoholized California w**e and praised for its complexity, texture, minerality, and authenticity of origin.

Read the full review:
Some Good Clean Fun Review of Oceano Zero 2024 Chardonnay⁠: https://www.somegoodcleanfun.com/non-alcoholic-w**e/review-new-oceano-zero-2024-chardonnay

05/26/2026

What came before shaped everything that exists today.

Every vintage, every review, every story, every table shared helped build the foundation for what Oceano is becoming now.

We honor that chapter with gratitude.

Today, Oceano Zero carries that same devotion to craft, coastal character, and intentional living into a new era redefining modern luxury through alcohol removed w**e.

Launching publicly on Instagram for ordering
Thursday at 7:30 PM.

The ritual remains.
Only now, with more freedom.

05/15/2026

Early access begins.

From the labels to the packaging, every detail of this launch was imagined, designed, refined, and brought to life with intention by yours truly for Oceano Zero.

A true creative collaboration where fashion, branding, ritual, and w**e collide. Excited to finally begin unveiling the 2024 vintages and everything we have been building behind the scenes.

The details matter. Always.

05/14/2026

There’s nothing more satisfying than sketching an idea by hand and then watching it come to life.

The new Oceano Zero labels are finally here and every detail was designed by yours truly. From linework to color, composition to texture, every element reflects the way I see design through a fashion lens first.

I’ve always been obsessed with asymmetrical symmetry, thoughtful color, tiny details, and that balance of irreverent innovation and elegance. Creating beyond fashion and translating that language into w**e has been such a beautiful process.

Love what you do and it shows.

05/13/2026

Behind the scenes of me designing the new labels for Oceano Wines

Sketches everywhere. Color corrections. Paper samples. Tiny details nobody notices until they do.

Turning ideas into bottles you’ll want to keep long after the w**e is gone.

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