Versatility, Wellness, Community and Everything In Between: KALM Wellness by Kamila Ord
The beautiful thing when I was living in Oʻahu is the lifestyle, and the uplifting, tight knit community. On the island of Oʻahu - wellness, a balanced life and exercise is a big and booming topic. Everywhere and anybody you would talk to would advocate for health and balance. With all of the people I was surrounded by, I naturally got into the wellness lifestyle as well. It has now been integrated into my day to day life!
Likewise - many up and coming brands/ideas have spurred and have been created the last couple months and year or so. There are so many new products and lines coming out; but quality and authenticity can be hard to find amongst the wellness community. But, one wellness brand and person that has definitely caught my eye and as well exudes these two important mantras is KALM Wellness by Kamila Ord. I genuinely believe that KALM Wellness is a brand, collection, and welcoming community that is paving a path of versatility and confidence. It truly is a brand to consider about integrating into your day to day life!
I recently had the pleasure of touching base with Kamila to get the behind the scenes of her first release: THE BASELINE COLLECTION!
- THE BASELINE COLLECTION -
“Designed for those with busy lives, I wanted to offer versatile pieces suitable for various activities, from workouts, to running errands, and everything in between!”
-Kamila
Interview with Kamila Ord:
From when the idea sparked while spontaneously traveling, to the clothing coming to life - how long did the process from idea to a real product take?
“It took about 4 to 5 months, from when I had the idea until it launched. It was very slow but also very fast at the same time. I think a lot of people don’t know what it takes with manufacturing in a different country and timezones. Lots of late nights and early mornings - and takes a lot of communication!”
What makes your first collection: The Baseline Collection stand out from other competitors?
“Across the entire collection, it is very consistent with the quality of fabric. The fabric is just butter on your skin. It’s stretchy, breathable and comfortable! I wear it pretty much everyday! I have even washed it so many times; and it doesn’t pill at all. The quality is just always there.”
“[Also], the swoop sets we have made - I have never seen that design before and thought it was really creative. Along with our black basics, you can dress it up and down. Also the price is very affordable with the quality that you get.”
Where did the inspiration spark for the designs of these pieces?
“I have tried everything with activewear. From that, I took what I loved and didn’t love and took it into account when creating my perfect everyday basics.”
“I jazzed up my everyday basics. I love wearing black, I could wear black every single day of my life and not get tired of it - and I feel like that’s with a lot of other people when they’re working out. [Also], I know sometimes, I want to jazz up what I am wearing to a workout class. I love when I go into a workout class and someone will say:
“Oh my gosh, where did you get your set from?”
I feel like that’s the best compliment when someone says something about your matching set. So, that’s what I wanted to create - something for every single day. But, also have activewear available like the swoop set or onesie that people will compliment you no matter where you go. These pieces that will make you confident but also are a little bit different.”
Which one of your pieces from your first collection is your personal favorite and the one that you gravitate to the most?
“I gravitate more towards the onesie. I think it is so easy to put on and to not even think about what you’re wearing. It hugs you, but also is not compressive at all. It’s super breathable! I wear it from working out, running errands, and even the farmer’s market.”
What do you want your consumers to know about the brand you’ve created and are continually building? What does KALM exude and represent?
“KALM is called KALM Wellness for a reason, not KALM activewear. From the beginning, I wanted to create something bigger than just selling athleisure. I really just want to curate a community of people who want to look and feel good in their body; and overall have a balanced lifestyle. I think that everyone is wrapped up in one lifestyle or another; and I think everybody should just preach balance.”
“But, overall we are really excited to do wellness events and hopefully open up some wellness studios. But, still going towards fashion and athleisure wear, yet still within that wellness area/space.”
“We, above all else, want people to feel safe and welcomed within a community.”
- Kamila Ord
I urge everybody to go check out Kamila’s first collection! KALM Wellness is the go-to for confidence, basics and all around versatility in your closet!
Website: kalmwellness.co
Instagram: @kalmwellness_
All my love,
Brejette Nepa
Swoop Top and Swoop Bottom in black!
Anytime Bra and Anytime Shorts in black!
Swoop Set in different colors!
Anytime Onesie in black!