We always thought it was a Florida thing, or maybe an Odysseus thing or a Cher thing or a Daryl Hannah fixation or a fondness for Coney Island's mermaid parade, or even a StarKist thing. We could go on about the influences, but clearly many of us dream of either being or hanging out with the sexy, mythological(?) half-women, half-sea creatures. Austin's Sirenalia makes sure such pleasures exist in all their incarnations: The tiny local start-up makes gorgeous mermaid tails – ones you can actually swim in – along with mer-makeup, accessories, and mermaid performers for any kind of party or show. Founders Maria and Jason will make you feel comfortable, ready to unplug your ears and at last hear that sweet siren song.
