We had the good fortune of connecting with Keilana Ellison and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Keilana, is your business focused on helping the community? If so, how?
Outside of empowering people of all kinds through art and fashion, KeilanaDezignz helps the world by practicing sustainability and helping our ecosystem by adding a planter kit to every order! Not only do we outsource eco-friendly fashion solutions, we also include a free tree seed in every order, along with a compostable package that can be planted in order to start a garden. We believe in giving back to the world and community one step at a time!

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
My brand’s story in short… I started KeilanaDezignz initially as an art business; creating art pieces that were abstract paintings, while also adding in a flow/fluid art style. I believe that art should take the viewer on a journey and that’s what I keep in mind when creating art pieces. What sets KeilanaDezignz apart from others is that we believe that art can be healing, so that is what we aim to do. While on my artist journey, I thought that it would be a good idea to add clothes to my shop, as I have always been into fashion and believe that it can heal a person as well. Now, KeilanaDezignz offers art pieces and clothes for all, inclusive to different body types and genders. I am always looking for ways to elevate my brand, which has been a fun challenge so far! We have new initiatives coming soon to our shop, such as custom, 1 of 1, handmade clothing, to create a luxury (but affordable) brand experience. Overall, our brand’s goal is to empower people through art and fashion, one order at a time!

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I would take my best friend downtown for live music and then we would grab a bite to eat somewhere we found on Yelp! I am a foodie so I love trying new food establishments. After eating, we would most likely explore and check out some views. I love sight seeing and pretty scenery…it helps me stay inspired!

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I want to dedicate my shoutout to our amazing supporters! Whether it’s our brand ambassadors, social media followers, customers, or friends and family, we would NOT be here without their support, love and recognition. Through connections and networking, we have be able to reach people on a global scale and that alone means so much to me! It lets me know that my journey thus far, has been impactful and that’s what it’s all about!

Website: KeilanaDezignz.com

Instagram: @keilanadezignz

Twitter: @keilanadezignz

Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCETLLr9VHFZIcuE6k2Bpz2A

Other: https://linktr.ee/keilanadezignz

Image Credits
@goddessa.o @color_drip_ @thesophisticatedgoddess @coach.jessepopez @heidyakidz @carmen_sandiego_

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