An end of year note, filled with gratitude while marking a moment to pause for thought.
To my dear friends, cherished customers, and all the beautiful souls I’ve had the honour of meeting and collaborating with along this unforgettable journey… After 8 truly soul defining years of creating, growing, and evolving through KALITA, I have come to the bittersweet decision to hold off designing a new 25 collection.
This is not goodbye, but a deep breath - a moment of reflection, a time to recalibrate. I feel in my heart that it is time to give space to new creative paths for KALITA.
We will finish our bespoke orders and continue this current collection until every item has a new home.
The door remains open for collaborations & to explore new opportunities...
We always said of the person that wears KALITA is that they are ‘triumphantly free.’ And this is where I find myself standing right now, in this moment: ‘triumphantly free’; thrilled for the next creative challenge in whatever form she presents herself to me.
I am eager to explore this new chapter with you and invite whatever opportunities it holds for KALITA into being. If you would like to discuss the possibility of collaborating or you are interested in hearing the KALITA story in more detail, it would always be a pleasure to talk - you can reach me at k@kalita.co.
Creatively and artistically, my mind and spirit burn as vividly as ever before, but sometimes in this life, other factors shift our direction of travel.
We find ourselves navigating a world in transition and it is no secret that the current market is a challenging one. Simultaneously we have consistently refused to compromise; on the quality of our fabrics, our deeply personal customer service and our consistent efforts to improve our sustainability credentials in honour of this beautiful planet we all call home.
Right now I want to focus on all that is good. Because that is truly what matters. All that has been learnt, loved, shared and all the people cared for - both within the KALITA family and to those of you who supported us so unconditionally over the years. Thank you, from the very depths of my heart.
To our loyal customers...
To those who have believed in us, dressed in our pieces, and made them part of their lives - you are the soul of KALITA. My aim was to create dresses for memories and each of you has taken our designs into the world and made them your own, sharing the diverse vibrancy of living a full life. You have given our creations a life beyond the studio, and for that, I will be forever thankful. The impact this brand has had on your lives - whether through the joy of wearing our designs, the confidence they brought, or the moments they were part of — fills me with pride and profound gratitude.
To our incredible team...
Who I have come to think of as family - you are the heartbeat of KALITA. From the vibrant teams in London, Bali, and India to the artisans who brought our collections to life with their extraordinary talents and dedication: I am so deeply grateful. Your hard work, your belief in the vision, and your unwavering commitment to excellence have allowed the brand to flourish over the years.
I am deeply grateful to have been allowed to play a role in celebrating women and creating beauty as it is the purpose that makes my personal heart beat and is the work that I know I am destined to do in this life.
Thank you all, for your support, your belief, and your love. I look forward to what the future holds, and I carry each of you with me as I step forward.
With deepest gratitude and love, Kalita