BEHIND THE SCENES

KIMIAS "Oleó" Leather - Why We Made Our Own Leather
KIMIAS "Oleó" Leather - Why We Made Our Own Leather
Behind the Scenes - Fifteen months of testing and ultimately developing our own oil wax "Oleó" leather in partnership with an LWG Gold certified tannery.  OLEÓ leather. From the Latin... Read more...
Building House of KIMIAS: Part 3 - Production Challenges as a First Time Producer
Building House of KIMIAS: Part 3 - Production Challenges as a First Time Producer
Creating a brand is more than just crafting products—it’s about building stories, relationships, and memories that reflect the heart of the vision. Our latest chapter took us on a whirlwind... Read more...
Building House of KIMIAS: Part 1 - Italy Trip Overview
Building House of KIMIAS: Part 1 - Italy Trip Overview
Creating a brand is more than just crafting products—it’s about building stories, relationships, and memories that reflect the heart of the vision. Our first chapter took us on a whirlwind... Read more...
Building House of KIMIAS: Part 2 - Julie / DJILI - Lake Como Production Shoot
Building House of KIMIAS: Part 2 - Julie / DJILI - Lake Como Production Shoot
Driving around the winding roads of Lake Como wasn’t just a day of work—it was a reflection of the values that guide everything we’re building. Each stop, each frame, and... Read more...
Building House of KIMIAS: Part 6 - Leather Engineering
Building House of KIMIAS: Part 6 - Leather Engineering
Leather isn’t something you use—it’s something you negotiate with as a character with predisposed instincts, desires and resistances of its own. After visiting over 400 leather showrooms and tanneries across Italy... Read more...
Building House of KIMIAS: Part 5 - The Problem Beneath the Surface
Building House of KIMIAS: Part 5 - The Problem Beneath the Surface
The journey of launching KIMIAS’ first luxury handbag collection hasn’t been simple. After discovering that 80% of our production leather delivery was unusable, I'm traveling back to Guangzhou to resolve... Read more...
Building House of KIMIAS: Part 4 - Why I chose Guangzhou over Florence, Ubrique, Portugal and Istanbul.
Building House of KIMIAS: Part 4 - Why I chose Guangzhou over Florence, Ubrique, Portugal and Istanbul.
Creating a Leather bag isn’t just about the design or leather—it’s about finding someone, somewhere, who can bring your vision to life.  Execution is everything. I searched everywhere: drove across... Read more...
Elevate Your Life with KIMIAS: Innovative Lifeforms for Everyday Enchantment
In the ever-evolving landscape of modern living, we often find ourselves craving something more - a touch of magic, a spark of wonder to ignite our senses and elevate our daily experiences. Enter KIMIAS, a new approach redefining the way we interact with the world around us. You'll be greeted by a mesmerizing array of "lifeforms" - captivating lifestyle creations that defy conventional categorization. These are not mere objects, but living, breathing entities that seem to possess a life of their own. Imagine hosting a dinner party where your guests... Read more...
THE CAFFÉ CLUB: Food and Beverage Ethos
THE CAFFÉ CLUB: Food and Beverage Ethos
We prioritize organic, pesticide-free, non-GMO ingredients grown for flavor and nutrition, using conscious cooking methods that preserve their natural integrity and nutrients. With a seasonal, sustainable, small-batch approach and an... Read more...